Got an idea for a Sports Club?
Don’t see your sport represented at Worcester? Start your own club. Whether it’s a traditional team sport, a growing activity or something completely new, we’ll support you in building a community of students who share your passion and help you become an official Students’ Union sports club.
Starting a New Sports Club
It's really easy to start a new sports club, here are the five steps you need to follow to set one up:
💡 IDEA →👥 COMMITTEE →📝 APPLY → ✅ APPROVAL →🎉 LAUNCH
1️⃣ Develop Your Idea
Before applying:
🔹Check for Similar Sports Clubs
Browse our current sports clubs to make sure your idea is unique.
🔹Build Your Committee
You'll need three students to form your committee.
See the role descriptions for committee positions here.
Want to start a sports club but can't find enough committee members? Get in touch and we'll help connect you with interested students.
ℹ️Only current University of Worcester students can start a sports club or hold committee positions.
🔹Test Interest
Think about who might join your sports club and how you'll attract members during your first few weeks.
🔹Choose a Name
Pick a name that clearly reflects your sports clubs purpose and activities.
2️⃣ Submit Your Application
Complete the New Sports Club Application Form and tell us about:
- Your sports club's aims
- Proposed activities
- Committee members
- Expected membership
Applications are reviewed five times a year.
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First Window
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Second Window
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Third Window
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Fourth Window
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Fifth Window
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Application Submitted
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From 1st Sept to 31st Oct.
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1st Nov to 31st Dec.
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1st Jan to 28th Feb.
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1st March to 30th April
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1st May to 30th June
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Application reviewed by Exec
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November
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January
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March
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May
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July
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Set up period
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Nov/Dec
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Jan/Feb
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March/April
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May/June
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July/Aug
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Draft Your Constitution
Every sport club must have a constitution. This acts as your sports club's rulebook and explains how the group will operate.
Download the Constitution Template, complete the sections highlighted in red, and submit it with your application.
3️⃣Meet the Activities Team
Once we've received your application, we'll invite you to a 30 minute Start-Up Meeting.
This is your opportunity to:
- Discuss your sports club's plans
- Explore funding or resource requirements
- Ask questions
- Receive guidance before your application goes forward
You'll meet with the Student Activities Team and the Vice President Student Activities.
4️⃣Executive Committee Approval
Following your Start-Up Meeting, your application will be considered by the Students' Union Executive Committee.
Applications are assessed against the Sport Club Approval Principles.
The Committee may:
✅ Approve the application
⏯️ Request amendments
❌ Reject the application
You can also view the New Sport Club Approval Process Flowchart for more information.
5️⃣Complete Committee Training
Once approved, you're officially ready to launch your sports club.
You'll need to:
This helps ensure you have the tools to set up and run your sports club successfuly.
While You Complete Training...
We'll be working behind the scenes to:
🌐 Create your sports club webpage
🎟️ Set up memberships
Once everything is ready, we'll let you know and you can start promoting your new sports club. Please don't set up any social media pages until you are approved and received guidance from us.
ℹ️ Most sports clubs are expected to recruit 12 members within 6 weeks of approval (some exceptions apply).
Need Support beofre applying?
Lois Stevens
Vice President Student Activities
✉️ STEL6@affiliate.worc.ac.uk
Sophie Smith
Student Activities Manager
✉️ Sophie.smith2@worc.ac.uk