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This scheme is run by Stratford-on-Avon Gliding Club to encourage young people to take up gliding. While gliding need not be an expensive sport, the initial costs are certainly beyond the means of many young people, especially those in full-time education. The scheme provides reduced cost flying for suitably eligible young people. All we ask for in return is commitment and enthusiasm.
Who is EligibleIf you are between 17 and 22, inclusive, and in full-time education, you can apply for Junior Membership. We limit ourselves to a maximum of ten junior members at any one time. Junior membership is not automatic. Your application will be considered by the Club's Membership Secretary and, if appropriate, the Club Committee. After you are accepted on the Scheme we will periodically review your membership and decide whether to continue it. The only criteria that we apply when considering or reviewing your application and continuation are that you are enthusiastic about gliding, that you will make a competent pilot, and that you fit in as a good Club member. | ||||
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What is it WorthThe scheme provides reduced-cost Club membership and flying fees whilst you satisfy the requirements specified above. For less than £1 per week you could be a member of Stratford on Avon Gliding Club. The full cost of joining the Club is the annual membership subscription (in 2009, £350). As a Junior Member, the annual subscription is reduced to just £50. Insofar as flying fees are concerned you will fly at reduced rates, these being: £4 per launch (the full fee is £7.50 per launch); flying time at 10p per minute in a single seater and 20p per minute in a two seater (whether solo or dual). For a single seater one hour flight it will therefore cost just £10!
How to ApplyYou need to fill in an application form for Junior Membership. These forms are available at the Club, or contact the Membership Secretary. Acceptance into the scheme involves a discussion, at the airfield, with the prospective junior member, and a parent or guardian if you are not yet 18. This is partly so that the Membership Secretary can meet you and ensure that you have the right sort of attitude to be a good club member, and partly so that you can meet us and see how we operate. We have a formal Club Policy regarding our dealings with young members. It may help your application if someone could propose you for the scheme although it isn't absolutely necessary. However, if there is a Club member who will endorse your application, or somebody else connected with aviation, or another person in authority such as a teacher or tutor who can recommend you, it may help your application.
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