BUY YOUR MEMBERSHIP THROUGH GMS
You must have a free RFU ID registered on the RFU’s Guest Management System (aka GMS) to purchase membership at Folkestone Rugby Club.

CLICK HERE to log-in to your existing GMS account or to Create a New Account.

Once you have an RFU ID linked to Folkestone RFC, log-in to GMS and go to the GMS DASHBOARD then click MEMBERSHIP to see and purchase the Membership Packages available.

GMS FAQs
If you have a membership related query, please email our Membership Secretary, Liza Cayley. Click the links below for some useful GMS guides:

• How to Create a GMS Account
• How to Reset my GMS Password
• How to Buy Membership on GMS
• How to Get an RFU Number on GMS
• GMS Membership Letters 2024/2025:
SENIOR | JUNIOR | SOCIAL

*All players must register themselves each season through the RFU's GMS Platform

WHAT MEMBERSHIP PACKAGES ARE THERE?
Folkestone Rugby Club's Membership Packages offer amazing value. For our current pricing, follow the instructions to BUY YOUR MEMBERSHIP THROUGH GMS above. Our packages are detailed below:

• Senior (Mens/Ladies) Player Membership: members receive full voting rights; members can train and play in the senior teams; member's children can train and play in the junior teams*; members receive invitations to club events; members can apply for international tickets.
• Vice President (VP) Membership: members receive full voting rights; member's children can play and train in the junior teams*; members receive invitations to club events including VP Dinners; members can apply for international tickets.
• Social Membership: member's children can train and play in the junior teams*; members receive invitations to club events.

*Players in our Junior Teams must be signed-up by an adult (parent/carer) who is a fully paid member of the club (Player/VP/Social) where the funds are split between the club and the respective teams, contributing towards the club's facilities, coaching courses, match meals, training equipment and other expenses.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BECOMING A MEMBER?
Being a member at Folkestone Rugby Club has many benefits, both on and off the pitch:

• You can enjoy playing rugby at a competitive level, with teams for different age groups and abilities.
• You can improve your skills and fitness with qualified coaches and regular training sessions.
• You can be part of a friendly and welcoming community, with a strong family feel.
• You can make new friends, socialise with other members, and participate in various events and activities throughout the year.
• You can access the club’s facilities, including the clubhouse, the pitches, the changing rooms, and the bar.
• You can hire the clubhouse for your own events, such as parties, meetings, or workshops.
• You can support the club’s development and growth, by contributing to its finances, governance, and vision.
• You can volunteer your time and skills to help with various aspects of running the club, such as coaching, refereeing, fundraising, or administration.

IS THERE A TEAM FOR ME OR MY CHILD TO PLAY IN?
We strive to be an inclusive club and to welcome everyone regardless of age, gender, ability or background. We have Senior Mens and Ladies teams and a popular Junior section with Minis and Youth teams that span from under 6 age groups up to under 18 colts. Click here for more information about our teams.

Download our HOW TO GUIDE at the bottom of this article to Add a Child Player to the club.

WHAT IS PITCHERO & DO I NEED TO SIGN-UP?
Pitchero is a platform used by many sports clubs to interact with and manage players, members, teams, fixtures, training and our website. If you, or your child, are looking to join our club as a member or player, you will need to register for a free Pitchero account.

Download our HOW TO GUIDE below to Join the Club Website for more info.