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Membership Applications

Apply for Club Membership

Ready to join Leeds City Athletics Club and secure your place for the coming season?

Becoming a member is exciting but we encourage you to read through our parent hub and membership pages before applying.

If you are ready to apply follow out 2 step process below to start your journey with the club.

Please ensure all details are filled in accurately to avoid delays in processing your application.

Please note: Leeds City Athletic Club welcomes all applications for membership, irrespective of age (provided the applicant is 8+), gender, disability, race, ethnicity, religion and political view. Please complete the application to the best of your ability and knowledge. Any false information may invalidate your application and mistakes may result in delays.

The Application Process

Step 1
Request to join

If you are interested in joining Leeds City AC, or have any questions about the club, please contact us via this form. If you are a potential fit for the club we will invite you for your 2 taster sessions.

Ask to join
Step 2
Complete Application Form

If you have attended your two taster sessions and have been invited to join the club, you can access the application form below. 

Application form

Got Questions? We've Got Answers!

Most common questions ....

Whether you’re new to athletics or a seasoned runner, we’re here to make sure you have all the information you need. Check out our FAQs below for quick answers to the questions we get asked most.

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Yes. All new athletes can attend 2 ‘taster sessions’ (trial sessions) to see if the club is a good fit. The sessions cost £5 for junior and senior athletes. Wheelchair athletes receive the first taster session free to ensure equipment compatibility.

Yes. Leeds City AC is a competitive club, and participation in competition is important for athlete development. It is expected that all athletes compete in the club vest throughout the year. Coaches provide support and guidance to help members prepare for competitions.

All of our coaches are qualified, experienced, and passionate about helping athletes reach their potential. They hold nationally recognised coaching certifications and have extensive experience working with all ages and abilities. Many have competed at regional or national levels themselves, giving them first-hand insight into training and competition. For more details on each coach’s background and qualifications, please see our coaches page.

To join, simply fill out our online enquiry form with your athlete’s age, experience, and goals. If they’re a potential fit, we’ll invite them to a friendly assessment session to review their skills and strengths. Afterward, we’ll match them to a suitable training group or program, or keep them on our waiting list if no spot is currently available. Once a place opens, we’ll offer them a spot and provide all the details to get started, welcoming them into our supportive club community from day one.

Please only complete this form once invited.

    Member details

    This application is:     

    Is the applicant under 18?     

    As the applicant is under 18 years of age we need a guardians contact details. Please fill out the details below:

    Guardian Contact Name:

    Guardian Email:

    Member First Name(s)*

    Member Surname*

    DOB*

    Sex at birth*

    Address line 1*

    Address line 2

    County*

    Postcode*

    Mobile tel*

    Email*

    Membership Type

    On rare occasions we know that a combination of the below options may be required. If so please fill out the form with one option e.g. registered disabled. Then email with your secondary information - e.g. second claim.

    As you have selected family membership, please provide the full names of the other family members. Please note: each member must also complete the membership form separately.

    Please provide details of the club:

    Clubs name

    Clubs EA Number

    The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 defines a disabled person as anyone with “a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long term adverse effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities”.

    What is the nature of your disability?

    Training Night Subs

    How do you wish to pay for your training?

    Declaration

    PLEASE NOTE - for a young athlete under 18 the signature of a parent/carer is required. You will be prompted below.


    • I agree to take part in competitive athletics

    • I agree to be bound by the Leeds City Athletic Club rules as set out in the club constitution or in the code of conduct - Read here (opens new window)

    • I confirm that I am eligible to compete under UK Athletics rules

    GDPR

    • I understand that my personal data will be held securely by the club

    • Coaches at Leeds City AC sometimes take photographs or integrate video into their regular coaching and feedback to athletes. Using video provides coaches with the ability to track progress and individual skill development of their athletes. Filming will only be carried out by a Leeds City AC coach and will only be used as a coaching aid. In addition, authorised photographers may be used by the club to take pictures of LCAC members taking part in events for publicity and promotional purposes (e.g. club newsletters / LCAC website / local newspaper)

    • When you become a member of Leeds City Athletics Club you will automatically be registered as a member of England Athletics. We will provide England Athletics with your personal data which they will be able to use to enable access to an online portal for you (My Athletics). England Athletics will contact you to invite you to sign into and update your My Athletics portal, which amongst other things, allows you to set and amend your privacy settings. If you have any questions about the continuing privacy of your personal data when it is shared with England Athletics, please contact dataprotection@englandathletics.org.

    Signatures

    The signature boxes below will appear depending on the age of the applicant specified using the tick box in question 2 under the Member Details section. Your signature is required, or the signature of a guardian for under 18's.

    As the applicant is under 18 we need a parent guarian signature.

    Name of Parent/Guardian:

    Relationship to the Child:

    Parent/Guardian Signature:(Typed accepted)

    Date:

    Your signature is required.

    Signature of applicant*:(Typed accepted)

    Date:

    England Athletics Registration

    In order to compete as an athlete you must be registered with England Athletics. By completing and returning this form, along with your payment, Leeds City Athletics Club will process your registration on your behalf with England Athletics. Once registered, England Athletics will provide you with a unique registration number. This then enables you to compete. Your unique registration number must be quoted on all entry forms/lists alongside your name.

    Northern Athletics Levy

    Northern Athletics provide athletes with competition in the North of England. Due to funding cuts, a £2 (correct Yr 2026) levy per competing athlete has been agreed between Northern Athletics and the clubs per year. By completing and returning this form along with your payment Leeds City Athletics Club will process your registration on your behalf with Northern Athletics.

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ BEFORE SUBMITTING THIS FORM

    Once you have submitted this form you will receive a request for payment for membership and any training night subs via email from 'noreply@englandathletics.org'. Please check spam if you do not receive this in a few days.

    Applications will not be completed without payment. Failure to pay the correct fee and/or submit the correct forms may impact on the athlete being able to compete or train.

    Apply or ask a question ...

      Athletes name*

      School Year

      Gender*

      DOB*

      Parent/Guardian name*

      Email*

      Mobile tel*

      Home tel

      Any athletic experience?

      Please give history / details of experience if any:

      Reasons for enquiry:

      Other information: