Membership & Sponsorship

The ARI NSW is a member-based organisation and the voice of the Aquatic & Recreation Industry in New South Wales. We aim to:

• Represent the industry as stakeholders on relevant advisory committees.
• Provide networking opportunities for members.
• Provide members the opportunity to engage with industry commercial suppliers.
• Host NSW Aquatic & Recreation industry awards.
• Advocate for the industry at a state and national level.
• Communicate industry changes.

Membership is valid for 12 months from date of application or renewal. To be part of and to support the aquatic and recreation industry, you can choose from the following membership categories to suit your professional needs.

With our above membership base, a robust marketing outreach, and a schedule of captivating events, we present unparallel sponsorship prospects for organisations seeking to showcase their brand visibility and influence in bolstering our sector. 

If you require any assistance with your membership or sponsorship, please email secretary@arinsw.com.au otherwise have a look below on what is on offer!

Membership Categories 2023 - 2024

Individual Membership - $99.00

Applicable for individuals who work in, consult with, or are involved in the aquatic and recreation industry or additional facility delegates.

• The opportunity to network and build relationships across the aquatic and recreation industry 
• Members discounts for: ARI Events, Professional Development Opportunities and Partner and Sponsor Offers
• ARI Voting Rights
• Ability to submit nominations for ARI awards in individual categories only 
• The ability to nominate for any vacant Board position (if a member for over 12 months) 
• Opportunity to participate in ARI sub-committees and groups 
• Free Australasian Leisure Management Magazine, industry updates and news 

Facility Membership - $299.00

Includes aquatic centres, private swims schools, fitness centres, and recreation and leisure centres. If an organisation has multiple facilities, additional Facility Membership is required and will provide access to the benefits below:

• The opportunity to network and build relationships across the aquatic and recreation industry 
• 4x free individual memberships for employees 
• Members discounts for: ARI Events, Professional Development Opportunities and Partner and Sponsor Offers
• ARI Voting Rights
• Ability to submit nominations for awards in all individual categories and for your venue 
• Ability to sponsor at applicable ARI events and awards 
• Facility listing in the ARI directory 
• Ability to advertise jobs within ARI communication channels 
• Ability to contribute content to ARI communication channels, including information, discounts and offers for ARI Members 
• Discount for partner and sponsor offers 
• Free Australasian Leisure Management Magazine, industry updates and news

Trade Membership - $399.00

Applicable to trade partners of the aquatics and recreation industry across Australia.

• The opportunity to network and build relationships across the aquatic and recreation industry
• 4x free individual memberships for employees 
• ARI voting rights and ability to participate in ARI sub-committees and groups 
• Ability to submit nominations for awards in trade categories 
• Ability to exhibit and sponsor at applicable ARI events and awards 
• Company listing in the ARI directory 
• Ability to advertise jobs within ARI Communication channels
• Ability to contribute content to ARI Communication channels, including information, discounts and offers for ARI members 
• Free Australasian Leisure Management Magazine, industry updates and news