International Federation of Parks and Recreation Administration

Committed to the advancement of parks, recreation, amenity, cultural and leisure services

Membership Services

The IFPRA Membership form can be downloaded for viewing and printing from the links provided below

Members of Ifpra receive the following personal services:

Publications

A quarterly Journal is published which contains contributions from members throughout the world, advice of forthcoming events and Regional news.

Membership Network

The IFPRA Membership is the basis of a comprehensive international network that promotes the exchange of knowledge and best practice. Information regarding international member contacts is available to enable and encourage international contact and the sharing of knowledge and information.

Bookshop

Publications relevant to topics of interest to IFPRA members are available at discounted prices.

Professional Qualifications

The Federation supports the adoption of internationally acceptable qualification standards and offers the Ifpra Professional Qualification.

International Qualification Scheme

The Ifpra International Qualification Scheme is designed to create an internationally recognised professional standard. The Qualification Scheme is thesis based; there are two levels, access to both being according to experience and previously obtained qualifications.

International Congresses

World Congresses are organised every three years and IFPRA affiliated organisations throughout the world bid to host these events. Regional Congresses are organised by IFPRA Europe and IFPRA Asia/Pacific on a three-year cycle. All IFPRA Congresses feature a comprehensive technical programme, a full programme of social events and a post-Congress tour of the host country as an option. Discounted fees are available to IFPRA members.

Membership fees

The Membership year runs from the 1 April to 31 March each year.

Category	£Sterling
Professional	£45.00
Student	£25.00
Supporting Membership	£45.00
Retired	£25.00
Corporate/Affiliate	£175.00
Commercial	£175.00

Payment must be in Sterling and may be made by:

Cheque
Direct payment via the banking system
Credit Card

Membership Categories

Affiliate Membership Is available to National professional associations engaged in parks, recreation, leisure and related services.	Corporate Membership Is available to Government departments, municipal and public authorities, universities, scientific and educational institutions associated with the profession.	Commercial Membership Is available to commercial enterprises offering a service to the profession.
Click here for an affiliate / corporate / commercial membership form
Professional Membership Is available to an individual who is professionally engaged in the management or administration of park, recreation and allied services, an individual offering services to the industry, and academics involved in research or training within the industry.	Supporting Membership Is available to non-professionals who wish to support the work of the Federation.	Student Membership Is available to individuals attending a full or part-time course or completing a distance learning programme leading to a recognised qualification within the industry.
Click here for a professional / supporting / student membership form
Retired Membership Is available to individuals who have retired from a position which would have qualified them for Professional Membership.	Honorary Life Membership Is awarded by the World Commission in recognition of exceptional attainment in the fields related to the aims and objectives of the Federation or outstanding service to the Federation.