East Ayrshire Sports Council

The East Ayrshire Sports Council (EASC) was formed in 1996, and is funded by East Ayrshire Council. It promotes the development of sport by supporting and advising local voluntary sports clubs, promoting joint work between member clubs and organisations and ensuring best practice and standards.

The East Ayrshire Sports Council aims to:

• promote and develop interest and participation in sport
• co-ordinate the work of clubs and organisations
• promote/support competitions, championships and social events
• assist clubs, organisations or individuals to arrange courses for the improvement of personal performance or training of coaches/referees
• assist in formation of sports clubs/organisations
• distribute information on local sports clubs, organisations, activities and facilities
• foster sports for people with additional support needs by promoting equality of opportunity for all

Sports council affiliation

Sports clubs and organisations can affiliate to the Sports Council for a period of a year for £40 (eligible for grant aid funding) and £25 (ineligible for grant aid funding).

Only voluntary run sports clubs with a sport specific focus and involvement in sports participation and competition are eligible for grant aid and 30% facility discounts. However, all other sports-minded organisations are welcome to affiliate so they can benefit from updates and training and forge links with the sporting community.

Benefits of affiliation

The Sports Council supports clubs with a range of opportunities and initiatives including:

• grant funding
• external funding opportunities
• training for club volunteers
• coach education courses and development
• support to develop/implement policies and procedures
• child protection guidelines
• representation at national forums
• newsletters and other updates
• nomination of club members for Sports Council awards
• advertising in our sports directory