New members are welcome to join Boccia Ireland. All members are subject to the Sport Ireland Code of Conduct which can be seen below.
The membership process is available online only and all data collected will be kept in strict confidentiality in accordance with our data protection policy as adopted from Paralympics Ireland: http://www.paralympics.ie/dataprotection.
Only one type of Boccia Ireland membership is currently available. During the membership process, however, you will be asked what Type of Member you are. The options given are for Boccia Ireland admin purposes only and do not denote any specific entitlements in your Boccia Ireland membership, e.g. a person choosing “Coach” will not be recognised as a Boccia Ireland coach.
Boccia Ireland members benefit from public liability insurance while at official Boccia Ireland events (e.g. Boccia Ireland training and or Boccia Ireland organised competitions). Members attending any other training days, tournaments or events should confirm their level of insurance cover with the club/school (etc) that are organising that activity.
List of benefits for members:
Your membership is vital for the growth and development of boccia in Ireland. We invite you to join us on our journey as we work to develop, promote and grow the inclusive sport of boccia in Ireland.
All those involved with boccia have a responsibility to uphold the highest standards of integrity and to ensure that the reputation of the sport is preserved. Failure to adhere to the Codes of Conduct may result in disciplinary action. Everyone involved in boccia is expected to adhere to the principles set out in these Codes of Conduct.
Some individuals may have multiple roles and are expected to use the respective Code of Conduct for each role. It is important to note that the Codes of Conduct are expected to be followed by all; whether at a Boccia Ireland organised competition or at a local club; and whether or not a member of Boccia Ireland.
Boccia Ireland has adopted the Sport Ireland Code of Conduct for all members. It is a condition of membership that you must agree to adhere to the Code of Conduct at all times when competing in Boccia Ireland competitions or when representing Boccia Ireland as a player, mentor, administrator or in any other capacity.
Please read the code below: