SBI Safeguarding

National sports authority governing coaching standards

National guidance for protection and welfare of children

Local sports partnership — Safeguarding 1 training provider

Child and Family Agency — reporting and assessment

3-hour course organised through local sports partnerships via Sport Ireland. Mandatory for all SBI coaches before receiving accreditation.

Required

All coaches must complete Garda vetting each season through SBI. This is renewed annually and is required to maintain coaching status.

Required

SBI Children's Officer training, organised by local sports authorities. Required for all Level 1 coaches.

Required

All coaches must be current paid-up members of SBI (€50/year) to maintain their coaching accreditation.

Required

What Our Members Say

Joining SBI was the best decision I made. The standard of competition is brilliant and the community is so welcoming.

★★★★★

Shane M.

Amateur · Newbridge

The coaching courses transformed my game. PJ and the team really know how to develop players at every level.

★★★★★

Aoife K.

Junior · Carlow

Safeguarding is taken seriously here — as a parent that gives me real peace of mind for my kids.

★★★★★

Declan O.

Club Member · Celbridge

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Anyone with an interest in snooker or billiards in Ireland can become a member — players, coaches, referees and supporters of all ages and abilities.

Membership tiers and pricing are listed on the Join SBI page. There are options for juniors, adults and clubs.

Just your name, contact details and date of birth. You can register online in a few minutes.

Yes — individual SBI members can enter ranking events directly without being attached to a club.

Membership is paid securely online during registration or renewal.

Membership runs for 12 months from your join date and can be renewed online before it lapses.

Yes, members can request a club transfer through their member dashboard, subject to SBI approval.