Key Rules to Remember for GAA Members and Club Officers

You can find the GAA's membership and registration rules in the GAA Official Guide Part 1 and the GAA Codes, available at: MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION RULES Here's a simplified summary of key rules for members and Club Officers, but always refer to the Official Guide for the full range of rules and the exact wording:

1. Membership Year and Rights 
The GAA's Membership Year runs from January 1st to December 31st each year. 
Full Members must pay their annual Club membership by March 31st (or an earlier date set by the Club Executive Committee) to vote at Club meetings and nominate people for or seek election to the Executive Committee at any General Meeting in the same membership year. 
Member rights are contingent upon adhering to the rules of the Club and Association, including the payment of membership fees.

2. Annual Registration of Members
The Club Registrar must ensure that all Full and Youth Members are registered on Foireann by 31 March annually. 
Clubs must pay Central Council an annual fee of €2 per Full Member. Each County will communicate the payment timeline and process each spring.

3. Annual Registration of Players
The Club Registrar must ensure that the Club's Adult, Under 21/20, Minor, and Juvenile (all grades) players are registered annually on Foireann before training or games. 
Players must be registered at least three days before a game.

4. Use of Third-Party Platforms
While Clubs may choose to use third-party membership platforms, each Club Registrar must ensure that members - including players - are registered on Foireann to comply with membership rules and injury fund cover requirements.

Please be aware that when someone adds a Club to their Foireann profile, they will show up on the Club's Foireann Members List as a 'New Member' which means the Club Registrar has not yet verified them as a member. This allows Clubs time to have each new member proposed and seconded as member at a Club Executive meeting in line with the Club Constitution.

Once approved by the Executive, each Club Registrar can then choose to verify new members on Foireann, a step that will only need to be done once per member, following the steps outlined in the Foireann help centre: Verifying Members, or leave them unverified.

Verified members are only deemed ‘registered’ once they register themselves on Foireann or are registered manually by the Club Registrar. This process needs to happen annually.

Only a member who is verified and registered will have a Membership ID, so if no ID is visible on Foireann, they are either unverified or unregistered. 

Registering for BANTRY BLUES Membership online
Login to www.foireann.ie 
 >> If you already have an account select  "LOG IN" option 
          If you cannot remember your USERNAME or PASSWORD select "FORGOT" option
 >> If no account select "Create an Account" & complete all data required 

TO COMPLETE MEMBERSHIP 
 
>  SELECT "MEMBERSHIP" from MENU 
        ~~ PC - MENU Bar on left of screen
        ~~ PHONE - 3BARS top of screen 
> Click on the ‘Register’ button beside the membership option you wish to select. [ ADULT PLAYER ]
> Check all PROFILE details are correct & EDIT (blue link) if any amendments need to be made
> Continue to end to Code of Conduct and Behaviour. Once you are happy with the CODE OF CONDUCT & BEHAVIOUR TICK CHECKBOXES & select [CONTINUE]
> IN PAYMENT OPTIONS Select [PAY NOW] & [CONFIRM} name you are registering  and you will be forwarded to [STRIPE PAYMENT SECTION]  . Complete your payment info 

When PAYMENT COMPLETE  You will be redirected back to the homepage within Foireann.

Your membership will update accordingly and you will see in green text opposite your name :  GAA 2024 - Full (Playing) PAID 

## You have now completed your GAA Registration for 2024 with Croke Park and are eligible to compete in GAA Fixtures
## You are now covered under the GAA Player Injury Benefit Scheme
## You are now a BANTRY BLUES MEMBER for 2024
            THANK YOU  

NOTE: IT IS EACH PLAYERS PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THEY HAVE THEIR MEMBERSHIP UP TO DATE

WHAT YOUR ADULT PLAYER MEMBERSHIP INCLUDESAdult Membership (note 1)

> Registration with the club and respective GAA bodies.
> Registration MUST BE in place for all players by before commencement of activity. A non-registered player is not permitted to play or train or use club facilities until membership fee is paid in full
> Cover via GAA player injury fund (up to the value of €4,500) while training and playing matches – only fully registered players can avail of this.
> Full membership voting rights in AGM
> Eligible to apply and purchase tickets for inter-county games via the club
> Entry to All Ireland final members ticket draw
> Access to GAA GRMA scheme for discounts and special offers
> Health insurance re-claim (Irish Life Insurance )

Becoming a Member  Why Join Bantry Blues  Why Pay Membership ?

Become A Member     Loginto : www.foireann.ie

Joining Bantry Blues GAA Club can provide many benefits to individuals, including 

·       the opportunity to participate in and learn about Gaelic Games, 

·       the chance to be part of a community and make new friends, and 

·       the opportunity to develop personal skills such as teamwork and discipline.

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 The club's focus on individual development and well-being can help members achieve their full potential in their chosen roles within the club. Additionally, the club's commitment to promoting Gaelic Games in the local community can provide a sense of pride and connection to the local area for its members.

Bantry Blues GAA Club is a community-based club where everyone is welcome to join. We develop and promote Gaelic Games in and around Bantry. We promote individual development and well-being and strive to enable all of our members to achieve their full potential in their chosen roles. 

The club provides the youth of the community a chance to develop in a positive sporting environment while learning the values of teamwork and developing their social skills. Our club provides a safe place to enjoy sports and make friends. The personal development of all its youngsters is an important goal of the club through commitment, personal dedication and discipline.

Bantry Blues GAA Club helps to create a sense of local identity and is an important social outlet for many of its members and players as well as a source of enjoyment for its many supporters. The Club has a long tradition, and it is hoped that we can continue that well into the future. The development of young players and our strive to provide top-class facilities are vital to ensure the club will be here for many years to come.

Membership is crucial for the sustainability and growth of Bantry Blues GAA Club.

We welcome all new members, regardless of their role within the club (e.g. player, coach, supporter, parent of a player) or their connection to the wider community.

The membership fees that we collect go towards important expenses such as maintaining our facilities, purchasing equipment, paying affiliation fees, purchasing insurance, covering utility bills, and funding team preparation and other administrative costs. These expenses are necessary for the club to operate effectively and provide the best possible experience for our members.

The Extended Family
If you, your child and/or family are thinking of becoming a part of the biggest sporting and cultural organisation in the country, experience camaraderie, introduce your family to a safe and secure environment then Bantry Blues GAA is the place for you, everyone is welcome, so if you:

# Would like to make new friends, have fun, learn and share new skills?
# Would like to spend time with your children in a team environment?
# Would like access to free training and resources, increase your knowledge and improve your skills?
# Would like to take on new challenges and expand your personal experiences?
# Would like to like to set a good example for kids in the area?
# Would like to like to become part of a community and/or be a part of a club?
# Would like to maintain fitness through your involvement?
# Would like to re-live childhood sporting memories?
# Would you like to play for Cork?
If the answers to any of the above questions is ‘Yes’, then why not ‘Give It A Go’ and join our extended family. 

Our advice is to throw yourself into it. Our club is enormous fun. You’ll gain a community at the click of a finger, regardless of the level you’re playing at. It’s the kind of thing you’ll get sucked into for life, feeding your soul long after your body has called time on you.

THE BENEFITS

Through payment of your membership, this allows you a number of additional benefits, depending on the membership which you avail of.

> Playing membership ensures that you are covered in the event of a sports injury under the GAA Injury Benefit Fund whilst playing or training with your team and membership is a requirement to be eligible to play for your team.

> Giving support to your club, both financially through the membership fee but more importantly through participation in club activities.
> Having a say through voting rights in how the club is run at the AGM for agreed membership types

> For members, 18 years & over, access to GRMA the new GAA Membership Card program providing benefits and rewards to you, as a GAA member. Using the Card or membership number will enable GAA Members to benefit from partner discounts, special offers and earn points for going to games.
> Eligible to apply for & purchase tickets through the club for Inter-county Championship games involving Cork Footballers & Hurlers

Become A Member     Loginto : www.foireann.ie     { Foireann Notes }

Membership is a vital part of ensuring the club’s continued success and development. Whether you are a player, coach, supporter, parent of a player or member of the wider community, we welcome all new members.

Our player membership covers the costs for players/teams, it is made up of two parts a) player and team registration with Cork GAA & Croke Park and the player injury fund; b) ongoing support of teams i.e. referee fees,competition entry fees, equipment, team gear and access to winter training facilities. The membership packages available this year to our members:

Adult Membership (note 1)

> Registration with the club and respective GAA bodies.
> Registration MUST BE in place for all players by before commencement of activity. A non-registered player is not permitted to play or train or use club facilities until membership fee is paid in full
> Cover via GAA player injury fund (up to the value of €4,500) while training and playing matches – only fully registered players can avail of this.
> Full membership voting rights in AGM
> Eligible to apply and purchase tickets for inter-county games via the club
> Entry to All Ireland final members ticket draw
> Access to GAA GRMA scheme for discounts and special offers
> Health insurance re-claim (Irish Life Insurance )

Juvenile Playing Membership ( U12s to U18s ) (note 2)

> Registration with the club and respective GAA bodies.
> Registration MUST BE in place for all players prior to commencing in Club activity . A non-registered player is not permitted to play or train or use club facilities until membership fee is paid in full
> Cover via GAA player injury fund (up to the value of €4,500) while training and playing matches – only fully registered players can avail of this.

Bantry Blues Academy (U7s to U11s)  ( GormaÓG )  Academy (Optional) Membership (note 3)

> Registration with the club and respective GAA bodies.
> Registration MUST BE in place for all players prior to commencing in Club activity . A non-registered player is not permitted to play or train or use club facilities until membership fee is paid in full
> Cover via GAA player injury fund (up to the value of €4,500) while training and playing matches – only fully registered players can avail of this.

Nursery ABCs  "Skills$Kids"    (4-6): €40   ( Note 4)
Age Limit : Year of Birth 2018 – 2019

Adult Non-Playing Membership (note 5)
> Registration with the club and respective GAA bodies
> Full membership voting rights in AGM
> Eligible to apply and purchase tickets for inter-county games via the club
> Entry to All Ireland final members ticket draw
> Access to GAA GRMA scheme for discounts and special offers
> Health insurance re-claim ( Irish Life Insurance )

Coaches, Mentors & Trainers (note 6)
>Mentors must complete the Garda Vetted process
>Mentors must complete the Foundation Course
> Mentors must complete the Child Protection Course
> Mentors must be registered with the club and respective GAA bodies
> Full membership voting rights in AGM
> Eligible to apply and purchase tickets for inter-county games via the club
> Entry to All Ireland final members ticket draw
> Access to GAA GRMA scheme for discounts and special offers
> Health insurance re-claim ( Irish Life Insurance )