About Us

What We Do

Fraserburgh Running Club provides opportunities for all children, young people and adults, their parents/carers and volunteers to become involved in athletics. The club encourages competition, fun, participation, sportsmanship and the social aspects of sport to anyone interested in participating. All we ask in return is that you respect the other members of the club, other teams and officials who support athletics.

It provides a pathway for Jogscotland members and Junior Joggers to continue their athletic development whilst maintaining their links the Jogscotland.

Affliations

Fraserburgh Running Club is affiliated to Scottish Athletics, Aberdeenshire Sports Council, North East Scotland Athletics Partnership (NESAP) and The Fraserburgh Hub.

Membership

On request you will be provided with a membership form which asks for important contact and essential medical information. You are required to complete and return this following each years AGM. You should also ensure the information is updated if circumstances change during the year.

The Club fees shown below are set annually at the AGM which is normally held at the end of October. As of January 2022, membership fees now also include track membership.

Fraserburgh RC Membership (Adult 16+) (New Members)

£40

Fraserburgh RC Membership (Adult 16+) (Renewal)

£35

Fraserburgh RC Membership (Family) (New Members)

£75

Fraserburgh RC Membership (Family) (Renewal)

£70

Fraserburgh RC Membership (Junior) (New Members)

£25

Fraserburgh RC Membership (Junior) (Renewal)

£20

Fraserburgh RC Membership (Over 65s) (New Members)

£15

Fraserburgh RC Membership (Over 65s) (Renewal)

£10

A membership form must be completed and returned along with payment to the Club Treasurer.

If the appropriate fee hasn’t been paid by 31st December, then that members membership shall be deemed to have ended. A joining fee and annual subscription would then be required before being reinstated as member.

You must be a member of the Club to compete for the Club in Open, District, National and Club events including the fortnightly Club handicap. You will also be required to be a member of Scottish Athletics to compete in District and National Competitions.

New runners are welcome to join in any of the sessions but will be expected to join the Club following their third session.

Club Structure

As with the majority of sports clubs, this club is run by volunteers. These people are athletes, parents and other supporters who give their time to ensure athletes benefit. They administer the club and conduct the coaching.

The officials and Committee are agreed and appointed annually at the AGM.

For a full list of post holders, please visit the ‘Club Committee’ section of this website.

The main post holders are:

Post Name Contact Details
Chair person Lisa Allan fraserburghrunningclub@gmail.com
Vice-Chair person Euan Simpson fraserburghrunningclub@gmail.com
Secretary / Treasurer Alison West fraserburghrunningclub@gmail.com
Welfare Officer Richard Mutch Richard.mutch@btopenworld.com

07751 519226

The club also has qualified First Aiders that are present at each coaching session and event.

Any assistance you can give the officials or committee is always greatly appreciated. If you would like to find out more or join the committee, please contact the Club Secretary.

Club Sessions

Regular Club training sessions / runs are held at the following times and venues:

Day Time Location & Information
Monday 6:00 to 7:00pm South Links running track unless advised otherwise on the booking app or via Facebook

*A social run is usually organised for the same time, but we advise athletes to meet at the track 

Tuesday 6:00 to 7:00pm Junior athletics

Spring and Summer at South Links running track unless weather not suitable. *Parents will be advised if the session is cancelled

Autumn and Winter at Fraserburgh Community and Sports Centre

Wednesday 6:00 to 7:00pm Meet at Fraserburgh Community and Sports Centre

Alternate weeks will be the Club Handicap race series

Run Buchan events planned for Wednesdays will be communicated via the booking app and Facebook

These sessions are set and led by an appropriately qualified Coach.

Names of Qualified Coaches can be found on the website.

Other times: informal sessions are organised throughout the week by likeminded athletes, via Facebook the club booking app and word of mouth.

Races & Competitions

Athletes have the opportunity to train for and compete in a variety of open races and club competitions throughout the year.  We are affiliated to the North District Cross Country League.

The Club organises an annual 10k event in June and Half Marathon in November.

Club members can also compete in a fortnightly Handicap race series and the Annual Peter Ritchie Mormond Hill Challenge.

Junior athletics events will be planned in conjunction with Live Life Aberdeenshire and other regional clubs.

The Club receives a number of guaranteed entries for the London Marathon based on the number of members. These are allocated at the club AGM. To receive an entry members must also be members of SAL.

For a complete list of races and competitions refer to the club website calendar or follow the club facebook page.

Child Wellbeing & Protection Policy

The club has adopted and follows the Scottish Athletics Child Protection Policy which can be accessed from the link below:

Child Safeguarding Policy 2023

For further information or to raise any concerns please contact the club Welfare Officer Richard Mutch at:
email: richard.mutch@btopenworld.com
Phone: 07751 519226

Clothing & Club Kit

The club recommends members wear appropriate comfortable clothing and footwear, including a waterproof jacket.

Members are also required to wear appropriate reflective or bright clothing when running outside during the hours of darkness. The use of personal audio equipment is discouraged when running on or alongside trafficked roads and not permitted during organised training or competition runs.

The official club colours are black and white hoops. Various sizes and styles of tops are available via the Club Secretary. Prices vary and will be advised when ordering.

Club jackets are also available on request.

Club Policies

Click on the links below to view information on the club policies:

– Child Safeguarding Policy

– Adult Safeguarding Policy

– Affiliated Club Disciplinary Policy

– Codes Of Conduct Booklet

– Conflict Of Interest Policy

– Equality Policy

Where We Meet