Northern Aces Membership
Northern Aces welcomes membership from people over the age of sixteen, who are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered and those individuals who accept and support the needs of such a group.
Membership is open to anyone: from absolute beginners to league players. The aim of the group is to provide a friendly environment where we can all learn and improve our games.
Members are encouraged to take an active part in the operation and development of Northern Aces, by volunteering at events and by participating and voting at the AGM. In addition, it is an expectation of the group that all members take on the role of session organiser at least once a year.
For the safety, comfort and enjoyment of all Northern Aces members, members are expected to abide by the Group rules and Code of Conduct.
Playing Fees and Charges
Playing fees are agreed on an annual basis at the AGM. Annual membership is currently £25 payable from 1st January each year. For people joining part-way through the year the following rates apply: £20 (from 01 April), £15 (from 01 July), £10 (from 01 October). Members can enjoy a wide range of membership benefits and entitlement to play at the weekly sessions at a reduced rate.
Northern Aces is a non-profit making group and aims to break even, accordingly all tournaments are prices so as to cover costs and be affordable to members.
Weekly Sessions
The cost of play for a standard member is currently £8 per session. Members can purchase vouchers to be used for future sessions: an extra voucher is given if 10 vouchers are bought at once (at a cost of £80).
The cost of play for students and unemployed members is £5 per session. Evidence of eligibility for a reduced rate should be presented at membership renewal time. (Members are expected to inform the Committee as soon as they are no longer eligible for a reduced rate). Students and unemployed members can purchase vouchers to be used for future sessions: an extra voucher is given if 10 vouchers are bought at once (at a cost of £50).
Guests, ie non-members, pay at the rate of £10 per week in cash, irrespective of status.
Tournaments Fees
Tournaments fees can vary depending on length of the tournaments and number of enterants. Please see specific tournament details for more information.
Insurance
Northern Aces is covered by public liability insurance for the activities it provides. However, the personal belongings of players are not covered and it is recommended that players take out their own insurance should they consider personal cover is required.
