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MISSION STATEMENT
At Reading AC, our mission is to create a diverse, inclusive and competitive athletic community. We are dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment where individuals of all ages can pursue their passion for athletics, challenge themselves and contribute to the collective success of the club.
What We Do
Reading Athletic Club Offers opportunities for children, adults and veterans to train with fully qualified coaches in their preferred events and to participate in a range of competitions from school year 5 (9-10 year olds) through to senior and veteran leagues.
MEMBERSHIP
Full membership is available to 12 year old athletes and over. At this age all athletes wishing to compete for the club must be registered with England Athletics which the Membership Secretary does for you.
If you plan to train more than once per week on average, our subscription membership should be the most attractive package for you. Paying your subscription as a one-off payment will also attract an approximate 5% discount.
The club also operates a limited hardship scheme for members in need.
Training
We train at:
Palmer Park Stadium, Wokingham Rd, Reading RG6 1LF.
For full club members we train at the following times:
Tuesdays 5:30pm - 8pm
Fridays 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Thursdays 5:30pm - 8pm
Sundays 10am - 12pm
Cost: £3.50 per session
For athletes school years 7 - 11 we train at the following times:
Fridays 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Sundays 10am - 12pm
Cost: £3.50 for members, £5 for non-members
For primary school prospective athletes we will link you with Fundemental Fitness (see link below) who train:
Fridays 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sundays 9am - 11am
| Member Type | MEMBERSHIP ONLY | MEMBERSHIP PLUS TRAINING |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £100 | £22.50 per month |
| U18 Athlete | £75 | £18.50 per month |
| Full-Time Student | £75 | £18.50 per month |
| U12 Athlete | £25 | £12.50 per month |
| Second Claim Athlete | £40 | £15.00 per month |
| Training Fee (per session) | £3.50 | Included |
CLUB COMMITMENTS
We will maintain a vibrant athletic community experience where members, officials, volunteers and supporters have pride and feel rewarded by their involvement.
We will compete at a high standard across all age groups offering a range of competitive opportunities for athletes.
We will support excellence, seeking out, nurturing and developing talent; helping athletes of all standards through their pathway to athletic competition.
We will support excellence in coaching across the range of disciplines.
We will develop and support a group of qualified officials.
We will maintain a safe environment.
We will not tolerate unacceptable behaviour.
We will provide value for money for members whilst seeking out other funding opportunities.
About US
Reading Athletic Club was established in 1881 and over the years we have had many County, National, International, Commonwealth and Olympic Champions who have been or are still members of the Club and we are very proud of our long and successful history. In our 125th year a History of the Club was written by Brian Bacon and just some of the names mentioned in that history are Harry Whittle, E.H. Oliver, W.E.N. Breach, Ann Packer, Beverley Callender, Kathy Cook, and Gerry Stevens to mention just a few. Some of these still hold Club records, one of which the Senior Men's Long Jump record was set as long ago as 1937. Our current members are continuing our fine tradition of producing champion athletes.
READING ATHLETIC CLUB competes in a number of different leagues which ensures that we compete with Clubs from all over the Country and thus enjoy a good level of competition for all our teams which is as good if not better than most other Clubs in Berkshire. The leagues we compete in are:
Southern Athletic League
Youth Development League -Upper and Lower Age Groups
Alder Valley League
Southern Vets League Western Division
Hampshire Cross Country League
Berkshire Sports Hall League