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Membership of the u3a (IOM)

Membership of the u3a Isle of Man for the year 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 is £20.00. Membership also includes access to events, activities and support from the national u3a.

How to Join

What your membership fee covers:

  • Joining fees for as many Groups as you wish to join*
  • Attendance at monthly speaker events
  • Invitations to attend regular social events held throughout the year**
  • Membership of the National u3a with access to all their resources including online groups and discussions
  • Free u3a magazine
  • Insurance cover when you attend any group meeting
  • Option to join UK u3a events as a visitor, when in the UK
  • You can also "Try before you buy," See below.

* Some Groups may charge a small fee towards refreshments, rent, etc.
** A fee may be required for certain events


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Online Membership Application

    Membership Form Notes

    MEMBERSHIP FEES
    The membership year of u3a (IOM) is April to March. The membership fee is £20. This includes a £4.00 Capitation Fee to our national organisation, The Third Age Trust, which provides a wide range of services and benefits, including liability insurance cover.

    If you are applying after January 1st, the fee is £20, but includes the following year.

    ‘THIRD AGE MATTERS’ Magazine
    Your membership includes subscription to the National u3a magazine. If you do not want to receive the magazine then please select "NO" on the Application Form. By doing so you will save us approximately £4, so thank you. If at a later stage you wish to change your selection you can do so through the Member portal or by informing the Membership Secretary

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF MEMBERSHIP
    All members should:
    Support the Aims and Guiding Principles of the u3a movement and act in its best interests and never do anything to bring the u3a into disrepute.

    Agree to the terms and conditions of the Constitution and support Committee decisions and treat fellow members with respect and courtesy at all times.

    u3a (IOM) Privacy Notice

    (This is based on the legal basis of Legitimate Interest.)
    a. We will collect and store your contact details.
    b. We will use your contact details in the following ways:

    i. Emails concerning matters relating to u3a (IOM)
    ii. Phone calls concerning matters relating to u3a (IOM)
    iii. Entry into Beacon membership software. These details are accessible by Third Age Trust Trading Ltd (TATTL).  
    iv. To receive Third Age Matters magazine which is directly mailed
    v. For coordination between members of Groups within the u3a (IOM)
    vi. For emergency contact details during Group Trips


    c. Processing of personal details by Groups:
    We may collect contact details and emergency medical information for a specific trip. This information will be recorded in a paper form at the start of the trip and will be destroyed as soon as the trip is over. This information will only be used for the purpose of contact between the people on the trip and for emergency contact and providing information to the emergency services.

    Your membership will not be acknowledged or valid until both payment and a completed application form have been received by the Membership Secretary

    Please make your payment by bank transfer where possible. Account Name : The University of the Third Age (Isle of Man)
    Sort Code: 40-19-38 Account No. 94131932 Ref: Your Name
    To pay by cheque, please see below.

    Offline Application/Payment:

    If you prefer you can print the Membership Application form and either post the completed form or bring it to the next monthly meeting. Of course we can also accept payment by cheque or even cash - if you enrol in person.

    Payment by Cheque

    Payable to: The University of the Third Age (Isle of Man)

    Payment amount: £20
    Payment reference: First Name and Surname of Proposed member
    On the back of the cheque: Write the initial(s) and surname(s) of the proposed member

    Want to "Try before you Buy"?

    Not sure about committing to an annual membership just yet? Then use our "Taster" option. Contact the Group Leader of any of our groups and ask if you may attend for a "Taster Session". You may attend 2 Taster Sessions and then you must decide if you wish to join the u3a or not. You can find our full list of Groups and how to contact their leader on our Groups Page. Please note that only 2 tasters are allowed per person, not 2 for every group. You cannot return to a group after you've used your taster sessions without being a member of the u3a.
    Alternatively, you can use one of your Taster Sessions to attend a monthly Network Meeting.

    You need to complete a Taster Application Form and take this to your first session/meeting. This will cover your attendance for insurance purposes.