National Federations
Organisations established to coordinate eligible pole and aerial disciplines at national level.
GAPAF MEMBERSHIP
National Federations
Join an international framework dedicated to the responsible development of pole and aerial sports.
A global platform for national development
GAPAF welcomes duly established national sport federations and equivalent national governing organisations whose activities support safe, inclusive and transparent development of pole and aerial disciplines.
Membership creates a structured channel for international cooperation, technical exchange, education and participation in eligible GAPAF programmes.
Who may apply
National Governing Bodies
Equivalent organisations with a documented governance mandate and national development activity.
Developing Organisations
Emerging national structures may contact GAPAF for guidance before submitting a formal application.
Core eligibility
- Legal establishment or verifiable organisational status
- Written statutes, bylaws or governing rules
- Transparent leadership and decision-making
- Demonstrated national activity and development capacity
- Commitment to athlete welfare and safeguarding
- Integrity, fair play and non-discrimination
- Appropriate disciplinary and appeal procedures
- Compliance with applicable national law
Important: Membership does not itself create governmental recognition, legal exclusivity or authority over third parties.
Membership benefits
01
International cooperation
Connect with federation leaders, technical experts and sport-development partners.
02
Education and standards
Access eligible GAPAF education, technical guidance and development resources.
03
Participation
Engage in eligible events, consultations, committees and international projects.
04
Institutional visibility
Present verified federation information through approved GAPAF channels.
Application process
- Initial contactSend a short profile of your organisation and country.
- Application packageComplete the form and provide the requested governance documents.
- Eligibility reviewGAPAF may request clarification or additional evidence.
- Decision and onboardingThe applicant receives a written decision and, if approved, onboarding instructions.
Documents normally requested
Certificate of registration or equivalent evidence
Current statutes or bylaws
List of authorised officers and official contacts
Overview of disciplines, athletes, clubs and national activities
Safeguarding, ethics, disciplinary and anti-doping policies where applicable
Signed declarations and acceptance of GAPAF requirements
The final list may vary according to the applicant's legal form and membership category.
READY TO CONNECT?
Begin the conversation with GAPAF
Introduce your organisation, country and principal disciplines. Our team will provide the next application steps.
sportgapaf@gmail.com