The “100% affiliation rule” means:
- Affiliated bridge clubs must register each of their members as members of the relevant state association.
- Affiliated bridge clubs must issue master points in accordance with the ABF Masterpoint Scheme at all sessions.
- Affiliated bridge clubs are expected to encourage all participants in their activities to become ABF registered players, however:
- people enrolled for beginner’s lessons are excluded from the application of this proposition.
- unregistered players may play as visitors to the club for a limited number of sessions (no more than 15). This applies equally to citizens of Australia and elsewhere.
- Affiliated bridge clubs are not entitled to rent their premises to unaffiliated bridge clubs.