FICS membership
Your local connection.
Your global community.
Find the membership route that fits you, connect with your national or regional council, and become part of the international sports chiropractic community.
Choose your route
Membership options and fees
Your country determines where to start. Check the pathway below before comparing fees.
Membership pathways and country-based discounts
If your country has a recognised National Chiropractic Sports Council (NCSC), you must register for FICS membership through your national organisation.
If your country does not have a recognised NCSC, you may be eligible to join through a Regional Chiropractic Sports Council (RCSC). Reduced membership fees may be available depending on your country and FICS eligibility criteria.
Before registering, contact admin@fics.sport. Our team will confirm the appropriate membership pathway and whether you qualify for a discount code.
Join through an NCSC
CHF 30 / calendar year
The FICS component of your national council fee. Your council sets the total amount payable.
Register through your recognised national council.
Explore the NCSC routeJoin through an RCSC
CHF 60 / year
Standard annual RCSC membership. Country-based discounts may be available.
For eligible applicants without a recognised NCSC.
Explore the RCSC routeJoin through an associate
CHF 60 / year
Reduced FICS individual membership through a participating associate organisation.
Ask FICS whether this pathway applies to you.
Explore the associate routeIndividual applications
CHF 125 / calendar year
Individual membership, subject to FICS confirming your pathway and reviewing your application.
Contact FICS before completing an individual application.
Check the application processCHF means Swiss francs. Council or association charges may differ from the FICS membership component. Confirm the amount payable and your registration arrangements with your council or FICS before applying.
Studying chiropractic? Explore student membership and college participation.
Start locally
Find your council
Choose your region to find council details and local membership contacts.
The Americas directory covers North and Central America, the Caribbean and South America. If your country is not listed, contact the Membership Commission for help with the appropriate route.
Belong to FICS
A global community. A shared purpose.
FICS, the International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (Fédération Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport), connects sports chiropractors through education, mentoring, research and athlete care.
Our members and partner organisations represent, promote and strengthen sports chiropractic locally, nationally and internationally. Together, we work towards equitable access to sports chiropractic for all athletes.
National Chiropractic Sports Council
Join your national community.
Joining your local NCSC includes FICS membership, connecting you with colleagues, educational opportunities and international initiatives while supporting sports chiropractic in your country.
- Registration: your NCSC handles the local membership pathway. Some countries register their Fellows directly with FICS, so check your arrangements with your council.
- Fees: FICS charges the NCSC CHF 30 per person per calendar year. This component is included in the fee you pay your NCSC.
- Opportunities: access local events at member rates, FICS benefits, eligible ICSC scholarships and grants, and priority consideration for international event selection.
Establishing a new NCSC in your country
The FICS Membership Commission helps members establish a council and provides ongoing support as it develops.
A new NCSC needs articles and bylaws. FICS can supply templates designed to provide a clear governance structure while allowing flexibility for the council’s local needs.
Those forming a council may wish to obtain local legal advice about the requirements for establishing an association, including any minimum membership requirements.
Ask the Membership Commission for the current FICS Statutes and guidance on Article 4.1, which is referenced in the council registration information.
Regional Chiropractic Sports Council
Regional membership, local connections.
Who it supports
An RCSC is established by FICS for countries or regions where legal, political, professional, financial or membership barriers prevent a recognised NCSC from being established.
How it works
A committee nominated from the RCSC’s members manages its local activities, with financial and administrative support provided by FICS.
Regional coverage
Regional groupings cover Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania, North and Central America and the Caribbean, and Latin (South) America.
Check your membership pathway and country-based discount eligibility before completing the RCSC application.
The application form sets out recognised chiropractic qualification requirements. Submit your qualifications and chiropractic transcript, along with a professional referee and an explanation of why you wish to join.
Learn, connect and contribute
What membership can open up
Access opportunities through your membership category and local council.
Education & CPD
Sports-related webinars and seminars, member rates and discounts on eligible ICSC educational modules.
Explore ICSC educationSporting experience
Opportunities to gain experience locally and nationally, and apply for international events with sporting federations and event medical services.
Explore volunteeringGlobal connections
Connect with national councils, sports chiropractors and teaching institutions through an international professional network.
View the member directoryMentoring
Explore international mentoring opportunities that support professional development, academic learning and global awareness.
Explore mentoringScholarships & research
Access eligible scholarships, including master’s study opportunities with educational partners, grants and research opportunities.
Explore research resourcesPartner opportunities
Connect with FICS sponsors, explore available product offers, and contribute to shared initiatives across the profession.
Explore sponsors and partnersBenefits depend on membership category, eligibility and availability. Eligible NCSC and RCSC members receive priority for scholarships and international event selection over direct individual members when places are limited. Membership does not guarantee a scholarship or event appointment.
Associate membership
Support sports chiropractic worldwide.
Associate membership is for organisations, institutions and individuals who support the FICS mission. This may include national associations affiliated with the World Federation of Chiropractic.
Associate members help strengthen education, research and the profession’s global network. Participating organisations can offer their chiropractic members the reduced CHF 60 FICS individual membership pathway.
- Collaboration: continuing education partnerships, including opportunities to develop shared-revenue partnerships connected with recognition of the ICSC program.
- Communication: opportunities to share relevant news, educational programs and publications through quarterly FICS eNews and social media.
- Networking: connections with international colleagues, teaching institutions and developments in sports chiropractic.
- Student development: mentoring opportunities that support academic learning and international awareness.
Associate organisations
- Australian Chiropractors Association
- Chiropractic Australia
- Canadian Chiropractic Association
- Danish Chiropractors’ Association
- Swedish Chiropractic Association
- Malaysia Chiropractic Association
Contact FICS to confirm your association’s participation and the appropriate membership pathway for your country.
Ask about associate membershipIndividual membership
Individual membership enquiries
Individual membership costs CHF 125 per calendar year. Contact FICS first to confirm the appropriate pathway before completing an application. If your country has a recognised NCSC, you must register through your national organisation.
Application requirements and review process
- Complete the application. Explain why you wish to join directly and why the other membership pathways are not suitable.
- Include supporting details. Provide your chiropractic qualifications, transcript and professional referee information requested in the form.
- Submit for review. Email your application to admin@fics.sport. The Membership Chair and your Regional Representative review applications and may arrange an online interview if clarification is needed.
FICS aims to process applications within three working weeks of submission.
Download individual application (PDF)Colleges and students
Start your FICS journey as a student.
Chiropractic students
Free FICS student membership
Students enrolled in a chiropractic program at an institution registered with FICS receive full membership benefits.
Students can also join their local NCSC or RCSC. FICS student membership is free and connects students with local support, international mentoring and scholarship opportunities. Check local registration arrangements with your council.
Explore student resourcesStart a student club
If your institution is not a FICS member, you can still contact FICS about registering a sports chiropractic club.
Bring interested students together and ask the Student Commission about support for establishing your club and connecting with the wider community.
Email the Student CommissionCollege and educational institution membership
FICS works with institutions offering chiropractic programs to strengthen sports chiropractic education and research. Participation creates opportunities for students and faculty to collaborate, network and access resources.
Contact administration to discuss a package that suits your university or college. The membership and sponsorship brochure outlines the available areas of support; ask FICS for current packages and terms.
Universities, colleges and education partners
Contact FICS to confirm your institution’s registration and student membership arrangements.
Australia
- CQUniversity
Canada
- Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
Denmark
- The Chiropractic Knowledge Hub (CKH)
France
- Institut Franco-Européen de Chiropraxie (IFEC)
Malaysia
- International Medical University
South Africa
- Durban University
Spain
- Barcelona College
United States
- Life University
- Logan University
- Cleveland University
- Southern California University of Health Sciences
- Parker University
- Texas University
- University of Western States
- Northeast College
United Kingdom
- McTimoney College of Chiropractic
- Health Sciences University (formerly AECC University College)
- London South Bank University
Your next step
Forms and membership support
Choose your form
Ask the right team
Membership pathways and new councils
membership@fics.sport
Applications and institution enquiries
admin@fics.sport
Student membership and clubs
student@fics.sport
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