Provincial Club
Cycling BC’s affiliated clubs are integral to the well-being of the cycling community and offer a supportive environment for people with a shared interest in cycling. Clubs are typically non-profit groups that aim to organize cycling events for their members. They have open memberships and are owned by their members. Individuals must have a Cycling BC membership to become a member of a club.
Club Affiliation Benefits
- Official recognition of provincial club name to be on race licences and results & the right for club members to participate and compete in club kit
- Access to insurance coverage for events, volunteers, directors, and members
- Recognition and promotion on Cycling BC’s website, social media, and newsletters
- A direct link to the largest group of organized and active cyclists in the province
- Eligibility for sport grants and funding opportunities
- Training and educational opportunities organized by Cycling BC
- Event support including assistance with insurance certificates and event marketing
Club Requirements
- Cycling BC recommends that clubs be registered as a not-for-profit society and have a minimum of three board members, a set of by-laws, and a constitution. Cycling BC can assist with templates to get you started.
- All board members must have a Cycling BC membership in good standing.
- All club members must have a Cycling BC membership in good standing.
- All technical staff (e.g. team managers, coaches, chaperones, etc) must have a UCI technical license.
- All club activities be registered and approved by Cycling BC. This is a condition of the general liability insurance coverage.
Visit the updated Insurance FAQ page
REGISTERING YOUR CLUB RIDES:
Please make sure to submit and get approval for your club’s group activities using the Registered Club Activity Form before beginning any club activities. It’s mandatory to have Cycling BC keep a record of these activities as it is a requirement of the general liability insurance policy for club activities.
CERTIFICATES of INSURANCE (COI):
Events or activities requiring a Certificate of Insurance must be submitted with at least 14 days notice.
TECHNICAL LICENCES:
All club ride leaders, instructors, coaches, and technical staff must hold a UCI Technical Licence as it relates to their leadership role in the club as detailed in Cycling BC’s SafeSport and Coach Excellence policy (cyclingbc.net/ssce-policy).
NON-CLUB MEMBERS:
Prospective club members who do not hold a Cycling BC licence may participate in a maximum of two club group rides within British Columbia and must sign the Cycling BC waiver—any subsequent participation by the rider will require a Cycling BC membership licence.
- To streamline this process for these prospective club members and reduce liability exposure to the club, Cycling BC encourages clubs to use our new club template, integrating the waiver into your system. Schedule a call with a Cycling BC team member to help get the club up and running quickly.
CYCLING BC SUPPORT:
To support your club’s development, Cycling BC offers administrative support for clubs. Contact ben@cyclingbc.net to schedule a call and set the club up for success this season.
Although it may seem simple to gather friends and create your own club, it is recommended that aspiring club leaders follow the guidelines outlined in Cycling BC’s ‘How to start a cycling club‘ guide. This will ensure that their club adheres to best practices and can benefit from the coverage provided by Cycling BC’s general liability insurance policy.
Cycling BC recognizes that youth-focused clubs require an additional emphasis on safety, skills training and long-term development (LTD) therefore we have provided a separate set of guidelines for these groups in Part 2 of the guide.