Join Achilles NZ
Everyone is welcome to join Achilles NZ. You can join as an athlete, a supporter, or a guide. Annual membership is $50 a year. If you want to make a further donation to Achilles, you can do this with your membership fee or via our Give A Little page.
Joining Achilles is simple just complete the form below, see our FAQ page if you have any questions. Once we’ve received your membership application, one of our friendly volunteers will be in touch to invite you to a training sessions.
Membership renews on 1 September each year. You will receive a reminder before then. Membership is free for guides and other Achilles volunteers although donations are welcome from everybody! Visit Give A Little to make a donation. We’re unable to issue Donor Receipts for membership fees or other ad hoc payments to our bank account.
At present we only have one method of payment for your membership and joining fee - bank deposit. This can be done online or at your bank branch. Please deposit your membership fee in our ASB account, you are welcome to set up an annual automatic payment
Account name: Achilles Track Club NZ
Account number: 12-3141-0248433-00
Particulars: your SURNAME
Code: MEMBER
Reference: CHAPTER (Please type the chapter you are joining)
If you are experiencing financial hardship or have any questions, please contact admin@achillesnewzealand.org in absolute confidence to discuss alternative fee arrangements.
Please read the following terms and conditions, and indicate that you have read, understood, and agree to the below terms by ticking the acknowledgement box at the bottom of the application form.
Terms & Conditions for Achilles New Zealand Membership
Safety and Participation Agreement
I understand that participating in Achilles New Zealand (Achilles) training or events involves potential risks.
I agree to participate only if I am medically fit and properly trained for the event.
I will respect and follow all instructions given by event officials, Achilles organisers, and race marshals. This applies whether I am participating as an athlete or a guide.
I acknowledge and accept all risks associated with participation, including but not limited to: Falls, Contact with vehicles, other participants, or spectators, Weather-related risks (heat, cold, humidity) or Traffic conditions
I understand that: (a) My participation with Achilles is entirely voluntary; (b) I will receive/provide only running companionship, advice, and encouragement from fellow Achilles athletes/volunteers/guides; (c) If I'm asked to do anything else or feel uncomfortable, I will immediately inform an Achilles organiser.
In consideration of Achilles accepting my application, I (a) Release Achilles (including board members, officers, leaders, members, athletes, volunteers, guides), Achilles International, affiliated clubs, associations, agencies, and event sponsors from all present and future claims related to my participation, and (b) Agree to indemnify and hold harmless the above parties, even in cases of ordinary negligence.
By registering for any event through Achilles, I authorise Achilles to act as my proxy for that event, including executing any necessary consents or releases.
I grant permission for Achilles to use photographs, videos, recordings, or any other record of my participation for legitimate purposes without compensation.
By completing the online form at www.achillesnewzealand.org, ticking the box to acknowledge this agreement, and clicking the 'Submit' button, I confirm that (a) I am the person named, or (b) I am legally entitled to act on behalf of the person named (if they are under 18 or unable to read and understand this agreement independently), and (c) I fully understands and agree to these terms and conditions.
Remember, your safety and enjoyment are our priorities. If you have any questions or concerns about these terms, please contact an Achilles representative before agreeing.