If you’ve been thinking about taking up running, why not join one of the clubs below?
You can also check what running events are coming up in your area, if you want to train for a specific event to stay motivated!
Get running
Get in shape, lose weight, build confidence and have fun in the fresh air
Run Walk Local
Fun, family-orientated, free running and walking events in Portsmouth
Choose between a 2k and a 5k – every Sunday from Hilsea Lido at 9:30am
Parkrun
Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you
Follow the links for information on:
Paulsgrove Joggers
A free group which meets every Wednesday at Paulsgrove Community Centre.
- email thepaulsgrove.gym@hotmail.co.uk for more information
Portsmouth Joggers
Based at the Mountbatten Centre; they meet at 7pm on Tuesdays, Thursdays and weekends for training, split into various ability groups. There are about 400 members – over 18s only. The club organises six open races over the year.
- for more information visit Portsmouth joggers
Southsea beginners running group
This local group can offer the support of a qualified and insured leader and gradually take you from walking to running in weekly sessions. It costs just £2 a week – but you can have a free trial session before you decide – all beginners welcome.
- phone 02392 734037 for more information
Participants will also need to join Run in England – for just £20 you will receive one year membership, a T-shirt, logbook, water bottle and newsletters.
Other local running groups
- City of Portsmouth Athletic Club
- University of Portsmouth Athletic Club
- Denmead Striders
- Fareham crusaders running club
- Gosport road runners
- Isle of Wight Athletics (Facebook page)
- Isle of Wight road runners
- Havant Athletic Club
- Ryde harriers
For further information about athletics in our area, including club listings, contact:
- Hampshire Athletic Association
- Cancer Research UK – Race for life
- Mountbatten centre facilities
