About Us
Click here for the club constitution.
Click here for a list of Committee Members.
Click here for a list of Coaches.
Click here for a list of club clothing and prices.
The club was formed in 1937 as a running club known as Worcester Harriers; in 1966/67 the club reformed as Worcester Athletic Club and members are now able to participate in all athletic disciplines - Road Running, Track & Field, Cross Country, Race Walking, Sports Hall and Disabled Athletics.
We are a family club, composed of over 500 members ranging in age from 10 to 90 (school year 5s see "Young Athletes" page). We cater for all athletic abilities, boys and girls, men and women both competitive and non-competing. We are Clubmark accredited and affiliated to UKAthletics and our members all enjoy the benefits of a thriving club and it’s facilities.
Based at the Nunnery Wood Sports Centre, Worcester (click here for directions), we welcome runners and athletes of all standards; our qualified coaches and members are only too willing to give advice and pass on their experience to beginners or aspiring top class athletes alike. The title ‘Athletic Club’ may suggest we are a track & field club only, this is far from the truth; you may choose to compete on the track, on the road, cross-country or just enjoy non-competitive running with a regular group. We are proud of our ‘Harrier’ roots and Worcester Athletic Club has a great deal to offer runners and joggers whatever their preference. If you simply enjoy the camaraderie of running with others, or want to improve on a PB then we are the club for you. There are many benefits to be gained from being a member of an affiliated athletic club.
We would be delighted if you came and joined us at Nunnery Wood. Under-11s (Tuesdays or Thursdays) and Under-13s (Tuesdays & Thursdays) meet from 1800 to 1900 and all other age groups from 1900 on Tuesdays & Thursdays. Training runs and event specific training also take place on Saturday mornings.
The club is administered by a committee (elected annually at our A.G.M.) on which all interest groups have representation (see link at the top of this page). The current president is John Brook.
With a large and diverse membership we believe our members’ and club interests are best served when we take a full and active role in local and regional athletics organisation; club officers currently serve on County and Midland area committees.
The club’s strength is in our UKA licensed coaching team (see link at the top of this page) who deliver their coaching with passion and professionalism, appropriate to age and ability.
Members also assist the athletics community as technical officials; they are licensed and graded by the governing body and we have officials to cover all the disciplines (starter/marksman, timekeeper, track judge, field judge, walks judge and endurance).
Members are encouraged to qualify or extend their coaching or officiating qualifications and usually receive financial assistance to do so.
Members registered as competing, have the opportunity to participate in the following leagues and meetings and proudly wear our club colours, the distinctive yellow vest with red and black diagonal sash.
Road Running
County Championships (10K, Half Marathon)
Midland Championships (various distances)
Senior and Young Athletes' Road Relays (Midland & National)
Cross Country
Club Championships
County Championships
Midland Championship
Inter Counties
National Championships
Midland Relays
Gloucester League
Birmingham Invitation League
Track & Field
Club Championships
County Championships
Midland Championships (also indoor)
National Championships
UK Youth Development League (U13/U15)
Heart of England League
Midland T&F League
Midland Veterans League
Midland Veterans Final
In addition our junior section can compete in Sportshall Athletics at local and regional level.
Members also participate in local and regional ‘open’ meetings and ‘open’ races to complement their training or for pleasure!
The club has throughout its history promoted school and youth athletics and road running, and we continue to be leaders in the athletic and running community by organising fixtures, races and indoor competitions.
Most years we were proud to host/organise the following events/meets:
Worcestershire County Track & Field Championships
Pitchcroft 10K and Fun Run
Worcestershire Beacon Race
Acorns Triple Run - Malvern Half Marathon
3 x ‘Open’ Track & Field
UK Youth Development League (U13/U15)
Heart of England Track & Field League
Midland Track & Field League
Midland Veterans League