Editorial

Well it's been a busy few weeks for the BAC on a number of fronts. The number of athletes signing up as full BAC members continues to grow steadily, and we are delighted that the benefits we have put in place already are being taken up in such numbers. There will be a number of significant benefit providers coming on stream over the summer so keep your eyes on the website (and this newsletter) for more details. What is especially encouraging is the number of athletes who are now recognising the work the BAC does outside of the provision of a great benefits scheme! We have had a significant increase in the number of athletes approaching us for advice and assistance on disputes and problems that they have had problems dealing with on their own or via their sports existing processes. This is the area in which the BAC can be especially effective for athletes and NGBs, and to increase our effectiveness, we will soon be launching our dispute counselling service. This is a network of experienced individuals that we are recruiting to help athetes and NGBs resolve issues at an early stage before they get out of control. The BAC has recognised over the past few years that most issues that arise in sports could be resolved effectively at an early stage if a trusted organisation or individual could be brought in to help both sides resolve their differences. For more information on this and our full range of services and benefits please keep on visiting our website at www.britishathletes.org.

Pete Gardner, CEO

This months competition!

The BAC is offering FREE MEMBERSHIP to the first person to answer the question below. Alternatively members can enter for the chance to win one of two Invitation Books (more info) full of vouchers!

To enter simply answer the question below:

"How much money can BAC members save by taking out an 18 month O2 VIP 1200 contract compared with the best high street equivalent?"

Hint: Answers can be found on our website.

Email your answer to paul@britishathletes.org and the first correct answers received will win a prize so act quickly

Got the new iPhone 3G S?

BAC members can get hold of the new iPhone through BAC partner Charles Porter with 30% off the contract.

iPhone 3G S features a remarkable new video camera and hands-free Voice Control. It's a revolutionary phone, a great widescreen iPod and a breakthrough Internet device in one. And it opens up a whole new world of applications. All that and more makes it the best iPhone yet.

Get the iPhone now with a heavily discounted contract by joining the BAC membership scheme now!

Free Lucozade goodies!

Lucozade want you athlete feedback on their products. Follow the link below for details and fill out the short survey entitled GSK Nutritional Survey:

http://www.britishathletes.org/resources/view/surveys

For each submitted survey they will send you:

- the new Lucozade Sport shaker (bottle)

- 1 sachet of Lucozade Pro Muscle Protein Powder

- 1 sachet of Lucozade Sport Recovery Powder

- 1 Lucozade Sport recovery bar

BAC has joined the online community

The BAC now has its very own facebook page. Click here and become a friend to stay up to date with the latest news in British Sport and the work of the BAC.

Want the latest sporting results from Olympic sports?

- Join the Facebook group BAC Elite Athlete Supporters Club

or alternatively

- Sign up and follow the BAC Twitter feed

And keep updated with the latest results in British Sport

BAC Affinity Scheme

The journey is starting, come join us...

Over the next three years, the nation's elite athletes will be embarking on a sporting journey of a lifetime and this is a unique opportunity for you to accompany them all the way through the Elite Athletes Supporters Club .

Join the Athletes Affinity Club and on every step of their quest we will give you updates on the athletes' progress with regular...

        - Athletes' interviews.

        - Features.

        - Articles.

        - Updates on the work of the BAC.

        - Exclusive Athlete Blogs.

Follow Britian's elite athletes on:

For those of you who wish get further, exclusive behind the scenes coverage and opportunities to win signed memorabilia, then please visit:

www.invitationbook.co.uk/bac

for details on how to become a Premium Member.

"This is an excellent opportunity for you to show your support for our nation's athletes."

Tim Brabants / Zac Purchase: Olympic Gold Medallists, Beijing 2008

Talk To Us

Want to talk to an expert in your field? Contact us through the BAC Mentoring Network using the contact us page.

Member Benefits

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• Insurance Services
• Legal Services
• Telecoms

• Travel
• Hotels

• Car Offers

• Health & Fitness
• Retail & Leisure

• Web Services
• Nutrition

• Accountancy Services

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Current Benefits

• Banking
• Financial Services

• Insurance Services
• Legal Services
• Telecoms

• Travel
• Hotels

• Car Offers

• Health & Fitness
• Retail & Leisure

• Web Services
• Nutrition

• Accountancy Services