The AVSPAN is made up of a range of organisations including Bucks Sport, leisure centres, sports clubs, and the District Council.
A sub group of the AVSPAN has been set up to develop and administer a small bursary scheme to support local talented athletes and sports coaches in the Aylesbury Vale area.
Sports Coaches
- Funding support to help you attend a recognised sports coaching qualification course (level 1, 2 or 3).
- Apply for up to £200 for a Level 1 course, up to £300 for a Level 2 course or up to £500 for a Level 3 course.
You are eligible to apply if you:
- Coach at a club or activity within the Aylesbury Vale District for the benefit of the local community
- Meet the minimum age requirements for coaching (16+ for Level 1, 18+ for a level 2 or level 3 course)
- Fulfil the detailed eligibility criteria outlined in the Bursary guidance notes
For Guidance Notes on this bursary, please CLICK HERE. For an Application Form, CLICK HERE.
Talented Athletes
- Funding support for help with training costs for local athletes.
- Apply for up to £300 per individual.
You are eligible to apply if you:
- Live in the Aylesbury Vale District area
- Take part in a sport recognised by Sport England
- Compete at a regional level against other regions
- Fulfil the detailed eligibility criteria outlined in the Bursary guidance notes
You can apply at any time throughout the year. Applications will be reviewed on a regular basis at the end of each month.
For more information on either bursary, email sportbursaries@aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk or tel. 01296 585301. Alternatively, you can contact Ben Fisher at Bucks Sport at bfisher@buckssport.org.
