Sport Clubs

Sport Clubs Defined

sports club programming provides for individuals to organize because of a common interest in a specific sport activity. the basic nature of clubs allows for members to direct their interest both within and outside the northridge campus.

Sports Club Participation
different levels of participation and varying degrees of interest are considered within the program:

social sport clubs social aspect incorporates various types of participation: regular club meetings, clinics, practices, informal get-togethers, and philanthropic functions as well as sport activities.
instructional sport clubs (outdoor rec, martial arts, etc.) instruction is primary element that attracts membership and aids in retention. instruction covers necessary physical and mental safety prerequisites for participation, as well as strategy, rules and skills of the sport activity. all levels of skill welcome: beginner, intermediate and advanced. instructors are usually provided.
competition sport clubs (water-ski competition, bowling, ice hockey. cycling, spirit squad) intensity of participation may vary depending on interest and desires of members. level of intensity is controlled by the club membership. guidance in the use and role of coaches should be provided.

Sports Club Programs

asrec sports clubs include current active clubs; ice hockey, karate, outdoor, spirit squad, and water-ski competition. inactive clubs include alpine ski racing, bowling, cycling, rugby, sailing, surf, triathlon, and women's soccer. informational binders are maintained by the clubs in the asrec sport centre. also check out additional information and schedules on the web page (www.csun.edu/~asrec).
southern california sports clubs at local universities (ucla, usc, san diego state, loyola marymount, pepperdine, etc.) include alpine ski, archery, badminton, ballroom dance, bowling, boxing, bridge, chess, crew, cycling, equestrian, fencing, fishing, golf, gymnastics, kayak, field hockey, lacrosse, martial arts (aikido, hapkido, hwa rang do, iaido, jka shotokan, judo, kendo, tai chi, tang soo do, tae kwon do), racquetball, rifle and pistol, roller hockey, rugby, running, sailing, scuba, skateboarding, squash, synchronized swimming, table tennis, tennis, triathlon, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, water polo, windsurfing, wrestling, etc. students are encouraged to form new clubs (see office of student development for details x2393)

Sports Club Leadership

asrec sport the director, geoff stocker, administers and directs the overall program.
sport clubs leadership techniques are employed in several forms: advisors, student assistance, club officers (president, vice-president, treasurer, etc.), coaches/instructors and officials/supervisors. each club has a constitution and bylaws for its own protection, as approved by the administration. coaches may be voluntary or paid, who are qualified to coach the sport. each club is assigned an advisor who is a full time faculty/staff member who will aid in the guidance of the organization and its leaders. rosters and waiver forms are required and are kept on file in the asrec sport centre.
risk management club member sensitivity to accident and injury prevention is part of the overall leadership. clubs are required to follow rules and regulations that follow appropriate university guidelines. includes documentation of incidents, follow-up, insurance filing, use of local ambulance and paramedic services, witnesses signatures, etc.

Sports Club Membership

asrec sport clubs comply with institutional policies and procedures that govern participant directed organizations and clubs (see office of student development x2393). included are eligibility standards (students, spouses, faculty/staff, community members, alumni, etc.)
varsity athletes are ineligible to compete at the club sport level (includes red shirts, etc.)
membership dues are usually recommended to offset the cost of club programming and to fund certain activities. the amount of dues should be set by the club membership (voted on before enactment)

Sports Club Equipment

all equipment must be purchased and maintained according to applicable institutional policies and procedures, including purchasing and inventory procedures, use and maintenance records, check out systems, etc.

Sports Club Travel

each club must abide by the institution's policies and procedures for travel included are institutional, personal and commercial sources. vehicles being used should have registration and roster of authorized drivers w/ appropriate state licenses. vehicle insurance, must be secured and documentation kept on file.

Sports Club Funding

proper accounting practices must be followed w/ all financial support provided.
sources of funding include self-generated funds, institutional support (associated students allocated and unallocated funds), sponsorships, gifts, commercial, etc. for most clubs, it is important that they understand the associated students annual budget process (associated students, x2477).