1. Badminton Ireland BI Clubmark Badminton Ireland BI Clubmark

3. BI ClubmarkBI Clubmark  Recognised quality standard for Badminton Clubs  Valid for all size and standard of Badminton Clubs that are committed to continuous development  Mechanism by which Clubs that are proactive in the development of Badminton can be recognised and rewarded for their efforts

4. BI Clubmark – Pilot (2012/2013)BI Clubmark – Pilot (2012/2013)  Applications open from August 1 st – 31 st 2012  All Clubs in Ireland are eligible to apply  4 Clubs will be selected to participate in the Pilot  Pilot clubs will not receive awards in the first year but they will be in a good place for the start of the initiative in the 2013-14 season

5. BI Clubmark – How will it work?BI Clubmark – How will it work? Club Registration by emailing development@badmintonireland.com Introductory Meeting with BI Support Officer organised and Club Support Folder dispatched Introductory Meeting (at the Club) with a BI Support Officer Club works toward accreditation, submits application & all relevant evidence / documentation If all documentation is in order, club visit by a Badminton Ireland assessor will be arranged. If not, club will be notified of areas requiring attention and given the opportunity to resubmit Club assessment visit Accreditation (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) awarded & arrangements made for presentation of certificate, annual health checks (self evaluation every 12 months) and future accreditations (every 3 years)

6. BI Clubmark – Intrinsic BenefitsBI Clubmark – Intrinsic Benefits  Club Development Framework  Potential to increase Membership  Development of Club Administrators, Coaches & Volunteers  Raising Club Profile

7. BI Clubmark – Extrinsic BenefitsBI Clubmark – Extrinsic Benefits  From Badminton Ireland: Badminton Ireland Credit (valid for Coach Education and/or Coaching) Up to 30 dozen free shuttles (for clubs achieving Platinum accreditation) Discount on shuttle purchases through our partner ‘Yonex’. MMI.ie discount Free Irish Open Tickets  Local Sports Partnerships Badminton Ireland accredited clubs are also eligible for development grants from Local Sports Partnerships  Podium 4 Sport 15% discount to clubs on future equipment and kit purchases 15% discount for all club member for use in Podium 4 Sport retail shops and online