Membership
Last Updated 7th June 2023
Click HERE for On-line Membership application and subscription rates
email us at info@worcester-ac.co.uk.
How to join
The thought of joining an
athletic club may be daunting.
Don't be intimidated - we have
members with a wide range of
ability, age and commitment
(many are non-competing
members, who contribute their
time and expertise).
You are bound to find someone
in the club who is about the
same standard as you. The club
has a social aspect, with
several family events a year
and many of our running groups
finish with a few drinks in
the pub! We also travel
together to races at weekends.
The best way to find out if
you want to join us is to come
along to a club night or run.
You don't have to subscribe
immediately to come running
with us. Join us for a taster
session or two to see if you
like it? The training details
are as follows:
- The club meets regularly at Nunnery Wood Sports Centre on Tuesday and Thursday evening at 7pm.
- A mixture of different ability groups train, so there is something to cater for everyone's needs. Some training groups also do a long run/track work on a Sunday morning, but this is a more informal arrangement with those runners and coaches.
Juniors
Worcester AC has a thriving youth section. We welcome young athletes, male and female of all abilities, from age 10 and upwards. Our aim is to introduce athletics to young people in a fun and safe environment. Qualified coaches lead the training sessions, which provide gradual progression in the development of a wide range of skills, including running, jumping and throwing. Training sessions are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the year at the Nunnery Wood track.
- Tuesday & Thursday 6.00 - 7.00 pm: Children in school year 5 - see "Young Athletes" page for start dates
- Tuesday & Thursday 6.00 - 7.00 pm: Children in school years 6, 7 & 8
- Tuesday & Thursday 7.00 - 8.00 pm: Children in school years 9 - 12
Additionally, there are
specialised training groups
for sprinting, endurance
running, race walking, long
jump and circuit training for
young athletes (usually Under
15s and upwards) who are
committed and ready for
further development. Young
athletes are given ample
opportunity to compete in
track and field, race walking,
indoor Sportshall athletics,
road relays and cross country.
For further information or to
place your child's name on the
waiting list (if aged 10 or
above), contact Gill Repton -
email youngathletes@worcester-ac.co.uk
Benefits of club membership
- Safe training environment. All coaches and club officials are qualified and licensed by the sports governing body
- Discounts on running shoes and clothing. Club members get 10% (on production of their current membership card or England Athletics competition licence) at Runaround sports and health shop at Top Barn, Worcester. 10% discount at Sweatshop sports shop chain
- Discounts on races. Worcester Athletic Club is affiliated to England Athletics. Club members therefore do not pay the "unattached" levy when entering UKA licensed races
- Free public liability insurance when taking part in WAC organised training or events
- Access to club coaches for training advice and coaching
- Access to competition - track and field leagues, cross country leagues, road relays, County, Regional and National events and Sportshall Athletics
- Annual club championships
- Camaraderie from training with like-minded companions
- No track fees
- Use of Nunnery Wood Sports Centre facilities on training nights
- Newsletters
- Club social events. Christmas dinner, bonfire night party and more....
If you are already committed
to joining the athletics
fraternity - download
a membership application
form and return
it completed, with the
appropriate fee to any
committee member or by post
to:
Membership Secretary
Worcester Athletic Club
104 Grasshopper Avenue
Worcester
WR5 3TB