Become a member of Swansea Bay Orienteering Club
Regardless of whether you orienteer for competition, training, personal well-being, or the pursuit of new experiences, everyone is equally welcome!
We're an open and welcoming club, whether you're an experienced orienteer or just starting out.
Don't worry if you're new! We have beginner-friendly events and experienced members happy to guide you.
Ready to give orienteering a go? Check out our upcoming events or contact us for more info!
Membership benefits
There are plenty of perks to becoming a member of Swansea Bay Orienteering Club. As a member, you will:
- Stay Informed: Get regular updates about forthcoming events, ensuring you're always in the loop.
- Save on entry fees: Qualify for discounts on entry fees at events across the country.
- Represent the club: Opportunities to represent the club at relay races and club competitions.
- Be Part of Success: Become a member of one of the most successful and active small clubs in the country, contributing to its ongoing achievements.
- Socialise and Explore: Attend our great social events and get to know like-minded people (usually combined with some great orienteering).
- Club Kit: Have the chance to buy some of the best club kit in the country, showcasing your club pride.
By joining the club you will also become a member of the Welsh Orienteering Association (WOA) and British Orienteering, which offers you even more benefits.
Where to buy Orienteering Equipment.
There are many online suppliers of equipment. One of the most popular is Compasspoint Online. They will also attend large events and are able to provide advice on what you might need. The link to their website is Here.
British Orienteering membership benefits
- You will pay a reduced entry fee at most orienteering events
- You will be eligible to compete in major competitions such as the British Championships
- Your successes will be recognised through the 'Navigational Challenge' and 'Racing Challenge' incentive schemes
- You can access discounts from our partners a full list of discounts can be found here
- You will be able to score Ranking points at all Regional, National and Major Events(if you are 16 or over)
- You will have access to many resources in the members' section of the website
- You will have Public Liability Insurance when participating in events and activities registered with British Orienteering
- You will be able to receive the monthly member email newsletter
- You can vote at the British Orienteering Annual General Meeting
Welsh Orienteering Association membership benefits
- be eligible to be selected for the Welsh team to represent Wales in Home International Orienteering Championships against England, Scotland and Northern Ireland in the Junior, Senior or Veteran aged teams
- Compete at Welsh Middle and Long Championships
- Compete and support the Welsh 6 Day Orienteering International Festival (every 4 years) Details here
Membership Fees
The fees below include membership to the Welsh Orienteering Association and British Orienteering.
New SBOC members receive FREE SBOC + WOA membership for the first year
i.e. only the British Orienteering fees are payable (senior £17.00 and junior £5.00).
New members also get a free guidebook to orienteering by Carol McNeill
Membership and Renewals are administered by British Orienteering on our behalf.
You’ll find more info on the form. Click the link below to sign up!
Membership Category | Junior | Young Adult | Senior | Family |
Fee | £10.00 | £17:00 | £27.00 | £60.00 |
Senior (£17) – any member aged 26 or older at the end of the membership year
Young Adult (£11) – any member aged 21–25 at the end of the membership year
Junior (£5) – any member aged 20 or younger at the end of the membership year
Family membership offer (£39) – for a maximum of 2 seniors and 1 or more juniors.
British Orienteering membership runs for a calendar year from 1st January to 31st December.
Membership renewals start on the 1st of November. If you are a new member wishing to join in November, then your membership period will run from the 1st of November to the end of December of the following year.
Join online
To join SBOC online, click here
By post
Download the appropriate membership form;
Please complete and post it with a cheque made payable to British Orienteering.
By phone
You can phone the National Office on
01629 583037 to join and pay by credit or debit card.
Any questions?
