Our Club Ethos & Values
City of York AC is a local grassroots Athletic Club catering for beginner and elite athletes, newcomers and veterans alike.
We offer quality and friendly coaching in a supportive environment providing opportunities for all participants to try all track and field events as well as road, cross country, trail and fell running.
We have an established disability athletes group and run weekly athletics training sessions in York to cater for all ages from School Year 6 for all levels of ability.
The ethos of City of York Athletic Club is to be a friendly, inclusive athletics club, catering for all disciplines, all ages and all abilities, enjoyable for all who contribute and compete and run by volunteers who are the backbone of the club.
We are committed to the continued development of our athletes, coaches and technical officials to support and grow our club.
Accessibility
The club is open to all and does not discriminate on race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, religious affinity, disability or mental health.
Sportsmanship
The activity of running and athletics should be enjoyable for their own sake with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect and a sense of fellowship with team members and competitors.
Endeavour
“The important thing in life is not the triumph but the fight; the essential thing is not to have won, but to have fought well.” - Pierre Coubertin, founder of the modern Olympics.
Enjoyment
Participation and involvement with our club should enhance peoples natural enjoyment of the sport both inside and outside of the competitive environment.
Dedication
We expect all members where possible to make a commitment to the club through volunteering at events it organises, supporting club management matters or team events.
About Us
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I cannot access the online registration form?Please speak to your club coach or Team Manager for the password. Alternatively please email the Membership Secretary.
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When do you train?A list of the training times and groups are located here. Please note that the timings do vary dependent on your age group, discipline and the time of year.
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Can I just turn up on a training night?It is advisable to make contact in advance to determine the most appropriate training group and availability at the time.
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When should I complete the online membership form?The club promotes 2 taster sessions to provide the athlete an insight into the club culture, training groups and competition opportunities.
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Do I have to pay any fees in addition to my membership fee?There are no additional fee’s to train however there may be additional costs for club travel or entry to certain events.
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How do I register with English Athletics?The club will automatically register 1st claim competing athletes with English Athletics. The club are unable to register 2nd claim members. Please note that EA affiliation year starts on the 1st April.
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How do I change clubs?Please refer to the instruction on the English Athletics webpage: https://www.englandathletics.org/athletics-and-running/athlete-registration/change-of-first-claim-club/
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Our Committee
Chairman
Craig Pounder
Vice Chair
Calvin Shaw
Treasurer
Mike Raynes
Secretary
Dave Paver
Membership Secretary
Sam Hadaway
Welfare Officer
Jane Bunton
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Rebecca Perry
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Greg How
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Joanne MacPherson
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Liz Moulam
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Don McMillan
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Therese Lathe