Why the Scheme is important?

Provides clubs with extra funding that can be reinvested in improving facilities.

CASC registered clubs, by definition, have to be open to all with reasonable membership fees, ensuring greater opportunities for participation and can enhance funding applications.

Government have a commitment to ensure all children get the opportunity of 2 hours a week community sport.

Rising overweight and obesity levels in the UK in children.

Obesity one of the biggest financial strains on the NHS.

Community sports will have key role in creating a legacy for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympics Games.

‘Decade of Sport’ will create great awareness of sports and participation in local clubs should increase.