Corona Virus - subscription renewals

Clubs may well have insurance that covers (some) loss of income. It's certainly available as part of the RYA policy.

Clubs registered as businesses should look at what the government grant schemes are.

Clubs will presumably make some savings:: fuel, wear and tear, utility use, etc.

I think so much at the minute is unknown, but the correct stance from a club will be to take membership if people possibly can (they will have to accept some members may not be able and so effectively don't renew [Make sure you don't flog their boat the day this is over!]) And look at what coast / income etc is to "reward" loyalty this year.

Originally posted by Paramedic I was going to say, not taking fees because you cant increase them might not be a sensible approach provided there isn't an underlying reason why an increase above inflation - such as it is - is essential. Once you've got people's money they are in the system and you'll retain them. Delay and you will inevitably lose a few. If you retain a couple of members that might otherwise have drifted away this must outweigh any benefit from increasing subs. Floating members or not their money is as good as anyone's! (Sorry Ian :) )

I think in a watersports environment- keeping everyone floating is our top priority!

Keep safe everyone, see you on the virtual sailing game platforms and back on the water on the " other side"



Edited by ian.r.mcdonald - 25 Mar 20 at 8:07am

We are trying out Zoom for my wife and son's dancing school to give lessons over the internet. It seems to work pretty well. Certainly perfectly satisfactory for committee meetings.

Originally posted by Riv members can take their own dinghies out if they want. As long as they keep 2m away from everyone. The place is deserted so that shouldn't be a problem