All athletes wishing to take part in any Royal Scottish Highland Games Association [RSHGA] affiliated highland games event including running, cycling, light field, tug o war, adaptive or heavyweight events, must first register with the RSHGA PRIOR to competing.

Only registered athletes will be permitted to take part in official events, be awarded points towards the RSHGA leagues and be entitled to collect prize money, trophies or medals being presented by the RSHGA. Unregistered athletes are not entitled to any cover under the RSHGA’s Personal Injury Insurance Scheme (which covers all athletes up to 75yrs old). Membership of amateur clubs should be declared on the application form and members must wear club vests.