Join WASM
Membership in WASM is earned, not purchased. Here is exactly what the process looks like.
Who Can Apply
Ordinary Member
Open to anyone aged 16 and above with a genuine interest in the Art of Magic, as an amateur or professional. Ordinary Members have full voting rights at general meetings, per WASM's constitution.
Associate (Youth) Member
Ages 12–15 are welcome, accompanied by a parent, guardian, or assigned responsible adult at all times. Associate Members have full access to meetings but, per the constitution, do not have voting rights. We're unable to admit members younger than 12 except at the committee's sole discretion.
Eight Steps to Membership
Attend Three Meetings
Come along as a guest so we can get to know each other — and you can see whether WASM is the right fit.
Secure Two Nominations
Find two existing members willing to nominate and endorse your application.
Audition — Three Tricks
Perform three magic tricks for the members. It's a very friendly audition — nobody's trying to catch you out.
Club Vote
Members vote on whether to accept your application.
Take the Oath
If accepted, you'll be asked to take a formal oath to protect our magical secrets — a tradition unbroken since 1922.
Settle Your Fees
A once-only joining fee, plus the annual membership fee to WASM.
Begin Participating
Attend meetings, join a workshop night, and start building your place in the Society.
Keep the Secrets
For as long as you're a member — and beyond.
Ready to Begin?
No cost to attend as a guest. No pressure to perform before you're ready. Just an open door — get in touch for a membership application, or come along to a meeting first.
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