Club support for flying skills development

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It is with great pleasure that the TVHGC Committee can announce the following incentives available to all members in line with our goal to support improvement of flying skills, safety and airmanship.

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Only one incentive can be claimed per year by each member.

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SIV Training

 

The club will subsidise the cost of attending a BHPA approved SIV training course. The subsidy value is £100. Claimants must have been members for at least one full year unless the claim is made in the same year as gaining CP licence. Only one SIV subsidy can be claimed per member. Claims will be paid upon receipt of proof of SIV completion and submission of an experience write-up or video.

 

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Competition Support

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1. The club will provide up to £1000 contribution (maximum £500 per person) to club members in a major flying endeavour, such as the Red Bull X-Alps.

2. The club will support club members with up to £100 per person for entry into flying competitions, such as the X-Lakes. Claims will be paid upon receipt of proof of participation. Limited to one claim per year.

3. The club pays for the entry of two teams into the British Club Challenge. Point 2 above is not applicable for participation in any of the BCC rounds.

 

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Club Coach Course

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The club will provide a 50% subsidy towards the cost of a Club Coach Course.

 

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First Aid Course

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The club will provide a 50% subsidy towards the cost of a club run First Aid Course.

 

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Awards: Trophies, Tankards and Medals

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The following club events will be recognised with the awards listed:

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Club Waypoint Challenge

Top score: Tankard

Best Newcomer

Tankard

UK XC Firsts

50km:     Tankard

100km:   Tankard

150km:   Tankard

200km+: Tankard

Best XC distances

Women: Tankard

Men: Tankard

 

 

Presentations/Talks to club members

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The club will offer up to £100 for presentations/talks to club members on relevant paragliding topics.

 

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