About Us
We're a sociable running club based in Chepstow, Monmouthshire - with members of all ages and abilities. Whether you want to work on your speed & stamina or shed a few pounds; to race or simply to join us for a social jog, the Harriers has something for everyone, even the little-'uns!
Training Our “ Coaching & Training “ section sets out when we train. Training is normally planned on a monthly basis by the Coaching Team and published in the clubs monthly newsletter “ WOTs ON” as well as weekly news
Racing: There is a rich variety of running events to get involved in at Chepstow: cross country, fell races, road running, marathons, time trials, relays etc. We are also part of a group of 9 running clubs in East Wales which organise age category competition in both cross country and road racing. We have our own Championship, Fell Race Series and Handicap Races too.
We have:
weekly speed sessions and long runs
an annual club championship to take part in
free entry to road league & cross-country league races
various social events throughout the year
an opportunity to join the running abroad group ( RAG) to take part in the 'Super Halfs'
a club handicap series to compete in
car shares to local running events
eligibility for a draw for Club London Marathon places
a membership card which entitles you to discount on running gear in specific shops
reduced race entry fees
affiliation to Welsh Athletics
Club priorities 2023 can be viewed HERE
Membership forms are completed on-line here :On-line adult membership application
Please contact the membership secretary (Esther) with any queries membership@chepstowharriers.org.uk)
Legal
Chepstow Harriers Data sharing Policy Data Sharing Policy
Also, on our usual Tuesday and Thursday training evenings we welcome runners who can already run/jog for 45 mins. See here for more information.
However, if you’re not yet up to running for 45 minutes and can't wait for our next beginners course and really want to get started we advise people to follow the advice on one of the many websites that give beginners programmes. We have found the following to be helpful:
Beginners
Are you new to running? Fancy starting but don't know how?
From time to time we organise a beginners course. We have used the tried and tested 'Couch to 5K' course (C25K) - it's a world proven 9 week programme ending with a 5k run at a local Parkrun. If you can presently walk at least a mile then the programme is for you. Click here for more information C25K.