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Membership in RRCA
Local running clubs and crews offer a variety of activities including: beginning running programs, regular group training runs, distance training programs, organized racing teams, local event calendars, and much more.
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Membership Term
Annual membership in the RRCA, including insurance coverage, begins on December 31st at 12:00 AM and ends at 11:59 PM on December 30th of the following year. Clubs and events must renew their membership prior to December 31st.
There is NO prorating of dues or insurance for late payments or for new members joining throughout the year.
There are NO REFUNDS if a member cancels or dissolves an organization or event during the year.
There are NO INSURANCE REFUNDS if any race activities including pre-race planning, pre-race marketing, and registration collection have occurred in the year, even if the race gets cancelled.
Individuals and corporate members are renewed on an annual basis from date of joining.
RRCA Members Agree To:
Support the mission, vision and values of the RRCA, and promote equitable opportunities to membership and participation.
Note: Minors may be excluded from membership/participation at the discretion of club/event leader.
Pay RRCA dues according to the membership term and insure your activities.
Comply with RRCA Bylaws, policies and procedures governing membership, the insurance program, and the nonprofit status (as applicable).
Attest to reading the Safe Group Run Guidelines, Safe Event Guidelines, and agree to follow the RRCA Race Director Code of Ethics when putting on events.
Operate in accordance with local, state and federal laws pertaining to your organization.
Member Benefits
Benefits for Clubs and Events
Nonprofit exemption with IRS through the RRCA's group exemption. (Certain conditions apply)
Affordable insurance program design to meet the specific needs for clubs and events.
Affordable group music licensing program for clubs and events
Authorized use of RRCA logo on your club or event website as a seal of approval for your runners
Invitation to the RRCA Annual Convention and voting privileges at the RRCA Annual Meeting
Monthly e-mail updates from RRCA with topics of interest for club and event directors
Opportunity to host an RRCA Championship Event
Affordable Coaching Certification Program to assist club or event with RRCA Certified Coaches.
Turnkey youth running program to engage the next generation in the sport