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Who are we? CSSC Sports & Leisure is a not-for-profit membership organisation that was founded in 1921. With over 115,000 members nationwide, CSSC is the UK’s largest health and well-being provider endorsed and grant funded by the Cabinet Office. Membership is open to all civil service, public sector and military staff.

What do we do? CSSC has a comprehensive programme of sporting events and leisure activities that cater for all tastes and standards from novices to semi-professionals. Our aim is to encourage members to keep active and try something new so that they can achieve a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle with their family and friends at a fraction of the normal cost.

Volunteering with CSSC Give your time and make a difference - be proud to become a CSSC volunteer and use your skills and energy to help and inspire others. The fantastic range of sports and leisure activities that we offer our members is only made possible by our army of volunteers. Why not improve your skills, make new friends and enhance your CV whilst taking time to enjoy an activity of your choice? Mentoring, coaching and learning opportunities are available for all new and existing volunteers, and we will support you in whatever role you choose to take on.

Your Local Committee CSSC is run by being divided up into different regions and areas. Members are linked through the postcode of their workplace to an ‘Area Association’, which is made up of a committee of volunteers. The committee receives a grant to spend on local activities and events for all members in the area. Speak to your local committee to find out what’s on offer or view the website at cssc.co.uk and click on your area on the map to see details.

Sporting Activities Sports are run on a local, regional and national level and cater for all abilities. These include: Sailing, flying, fishing, netball, volleyball, golf, football, touch rugby, tennis, swimming, athletics, cycling, hockey, archery, fencing, bowls, skittles, hill-walking, badminton, cricket, snooker, squash, plus skiing and scuba diving holidays. Badminton is also available as a weekend training camp; ideal for those wanting to get to the next level. CSSC Scuba Trip 2015

Subsidy Scheme If you’re taking part in events such as running and assault courses (10km or more), triathlons, duathlons, cycling, open water swimming, or chipped wheelchair events then why not let CSSC help you with the cost! What you could claim:

Sports Official Subsidy Scheme If you want to become a sports coach, umpire or referee but need financial assistance, CSSC could help you with the training costs for accredited sports training. What you could claim:

CSSC Games Every other year CSSC hosts its flagship sporting competition where over 1,500 members come together to compete in a range of different sporting competitions. All abilities are catered for in a spectacular 2-day competition taking place at the prestigious Loughborough University campus.

Leisure Activities Members and their families can access many leisure activities that are organised locally, regionally or nationally including: Trips to shows, events, cities or attractions within the UK Trips overseas sightseeing or shopping Weekend courses varying from cookery to photography Discounts on fitness classes Family Fun Days Spa Days Golf Days Quiz Nights

Online Shop CSSC has its own Online Shop, where you can purchase discounted tickets for most cinema chains along with a growing list of local attractions and days out. Tickets ordered before 10am will be despatched the next day. Adult cinema tickets and e-tickets* are available from just £4.75, child tickets and e-tickets* from £4, and you can even get your hands on drink and popcorn offers too! All the national chains are included - Cineworld, Vue, Odeon, Empire, Showcase as well as independent chains like Picturehouse, Reel etc. *e-tickets available for Cineworld and Odeon cinemas only.

High Street Discounts CSSC’s membership card also doubles as a Countdown card, enabling members to access discounts at thousands of retail outlets, including high street giants as well as small local stores, plus theme parks, restaurants, hotels and holidays and much, much more. Simply order your vouchers from Countdown, or in selected stores you only need to show your card.

English Heritage CSSC are Corporate Members of English Heritage. Simply present your CSSC card at any of the 280 participating English Heritage site to gain free entry for yourself, one other adult and up to 6 accompanying children. As part of the Corporate Membership you will also receive: 15% discount in the EH online shop 15% discount in EH on-site shops on presentation of your card 10% discount on the EH Holiday Cottages when booked over the phone, rising to 20% when booked within three weeks of travel.

Workplace Fitness Centres CSSC is renowned for its unrivalled expertise in designing, financing and equipping fitness centres for workplaces. Great benefit to staff Affordable for all staff Accessible for all staff Email Alan Peed: alan.peed@cssc.co.uk

Linked Membership CSSC membership is not just for you - up to three of your friends and family can also enjoy the benefits of being a member, simply by linking to you. All linked members will receive their own CSSC membership card and will be able to benefit from virtually all that CSSC has to offer – events, activities, and benefits!

Member Get Member Fancy earning some £10 Sainsbury’s shopping cards? Introduce new members to CSSC and we’ll send you one for every new person you encourage to join! There is no limit to the number of new members that you can recruit, although only three people can link to your membership so any others would need to be eligible for CSSC membership in their own right.

How much does it cost? Membership of CSSC Sports & Leisure is only £3.80 per month*, payable by: Monthly, quarterly or annual Direct Debit Salary deductions (depending on employer) Annual payment by cheque, debit or credit card. Retired members receive a 10% discount on their membership (please inform us when you retire). *2015 rate