1. 1-12 Club Sports Groups that organize because of a common interest in a particular sport

2. 2-12 Key Aspects of Club Sports Self-administered/self-regulated Members seek opportunities for regular participation Offers more structure than informal sports Allows more flexibility than intramural sports

3. 3-12 Historical Perspectives Clubs are the forerunner of intramurals, varsity athletics, & formal physical education programs on college campuses Not limited to college campuses--also found in military, commercial, private & correctional settings Became popular again in the 1960s

4. 4-12 Types of Club Sports Athletic Instructional Social

5. 5-12 Factors influencing the type of club that evolves: Traditions associated with the sport Interests & abilities of the membership Capabilities of the leadership Type & availability of facilities/equipment Financial support Proximity of opponents

6. 6-12 Administrative Models Conservative, or formal Club members have little input Under direct supervision of staff person Financial support comes from institution Purchases require approval Must have staff advisor Travel must be approved Schedules for competition & facilities must be approved Must have formal documents

7. 7-12 Administrative Models Liberal, or informal approach Members involved in determining procedures for operations Clubs receive minimal or no assistance in funding, equipment, facilities, scheduling, etc. Clubs arrange competitive schedules & coordinate travel arrangements Members responsible for own insurance

8. 8-12 Classification System Risk Level I Activities involving deliberate contact Aikido, lacrosse, fencing, water polo, scuba, equestrian, wrestling, etc.

9. 9-12 Classification System Risk Level II Risks associated with these activities often pertain to their geographical location Cycling, fishing, crew, soccer, ultimate frisbee, etc.

10. 10-12 Classification System Risk Level III Traditionally not a high prevalence of injury, nor inherent risk in these sports Badminton, dance, table tennis, billiards, bowling, etc.

11. 11-12 Operational Guidelines Eligibility Affiliation Meetings Facilities/Equipment Insurance Travel

12. 12-12 Operational Guidelines Safety Schedules Instruction/Coaching Publicity/Promotion Finance Conduct/Governance Program Assistance