AFL membership provides footy fans with a range of benefits and privileges to enhance their experience as supporters of their chosen AFL club. There are different types of memberships available, with different entitlements based on membership level. Here we outline exactly what fans can expect from the various AFL membership packages.
General AFL Membership Entitlements
While specific membership benefits vary between clubs, there are some general inclusions that come with most standard AFL memberships:
- Reserved seat ticket to home matches at the member’s chosen club
- Discounted tickets to select away matches during the season
- Voting rights at the club’s Annual General Meeting
- Members pack – scarf, sticker, calendar etc
- Discounts on club merchandise at the team store
- Discounts on food and drink on match days
- Access to purchase finals tickets
- Invitations to club events, functions and forums
- Entry into member prize draws and competitions
These base benefits provide members with match access, voting rights, merchandise discounts and access to club events. But there are also more extensive memberships that offer added privileges.
Premium and Club Memberships
For fans who want more exclusivity and premium match day experiences, most AFL clubs offer upgraded memberships such as:
Club Membership
- Reserved seat in an exclusive members-only area at home matches
- Access to members-only clubs, bars and lounges on match days
- Complimentary food and drinks at club venues
- Guaranteed access to purchase grand final tickets
- VIP parking pass
- Behind-the-scenes club tours
- Special autographed merchandise
President’s Club or Chairman’s Club Membership
- Premium reserved seat in exclusive area of main stand
- Multi-year membership and seat renewal rights
- VIP parking with exclusive lift access to premium areas
- Premium dining before matches and at quarter breaks
- Player meet and greet opportunities
- Behind-the-scenes activities like banner making
- Priority access to purchase finals packages
- Membership gifts including signed guernseys
These premium AFL memberships provide five-star match day experiences, fine dining, player access and exclusive gifts that regular members don’t receive.
Interstate Memberships
The AFL has specific membership packages for fans based interstate who want to support a non-local club:
Interstate Club Membership
- Access to purchase tickets to 3-5 matches in Melbourne
- Discounted flights + match tickets packages
- Members pack sent via post
- Voting rights at club AGMs
- Discounted membership to club affiliate supporter groups
- Invitations to club events in home state
Interstate Premium Membership
- All the benefits of Interstate Club membership
- Guaranteed tickets to state-based matches
- Premium seat selection when purchasing match tickets
- Behind-the-scenes video content
- Personal online fan profile and number
- Special edition signed merchandise
Interstate memberships ensure out-of-state fans don’t miss out and have opportunities to attend matches and connect with fellow supporters.
AFL Membership Add-Ons
To enhance their membership benefits, AFL members can also purchase these optional extras:
Add-On | Description |
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Reserved Parking | Secure reserved parking spot close to stadium on match days |
Ticketing Packages | Pre-purchase multi-match ticket packages for premium savings |
Dining Packages | Match day dining packages for premium restaurants |
Merchandise Voucher | Voucher for money off merchandise purchases |
Upgrade Options | Upgrade your membership to a higher tier package |
These optional extras allow fans to customise their membership and access other benefits like better parking, dining and savings.
Junior AFL Memberships
The AFL and its clubs encourage kids to follow footy by offering these junior membership options:
Junior Member
- Reserved seat ticket for home matches
- Club t-shirt or cap
- Discounts on food and drink
- Entry into kids competitions to be match day mascot etc
- Invitation to kids only events and activities
Family Membership
- Parents membership with add-on kids packages
- Reserved seating together as a family
- Savings compared to individual memberships
- Kids club t-shirt or cap
- Access to family fun days
Junior and family memberships allow the next generation of fans to enjoy AFL matches and connect with their favourite clubs.
Membership Packages Summary
Here is a quick summary of the major AFL membership options:
Membership Type | Key Benefits |
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General Member | Reserved seat, merchandise discounts, voting rights |
Club Member | Premium areas, dining, finals access |
President’s Club | VIP access and match day experiences |
Interstate Member | Tickets to club matches in home state |
Junior Member | Reserved kids tickets, club t-shirt/cap |
Conclusion
AFL memberships provide footy fans with great benefits like match access, discounts, voting entitlements and access to club events. Higher tier premium memberships give added privileges like exclusive access, dining and behind-the-scenes experiences.
Special interstate and junior memberships also allow non-local and young fans to support their chosen AFL club. Memberships enhance the footy experience and provide a sense of belonging for passionate AFL supporters.