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Would I benefit from joining a running club?

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Not so lazytoad! May 2012 1:17pm, 21 May 2012 51 posts	Quote Pin Not so lazytoad! Thanks everyone Will maybe see if I can give my local one a go, will I have to pay for the first couple of sessions do you think or is it usually see if you like us first? I like running both on my own and with others, have to say the most noticable improvement in my running has come when running with others as I seem to push myself more.
Frobester May 2012 1:19pm, 21 May 2012 19,650 posts	Quote Pin Frobester My club gives you 4 weeks free first, I'm sure most clubs would do something like that (or pay for a few sessions with no further obligation).
Mick n Phil May 2012 1:21pm, 21 May 2012 3 posts	Quote Pin Mick n Phil give it a try, you've nothing to lose by it they should tell you how long they give you as free trial period just cause you try a club dont mean you have to join in with the socialising aspect of it all , just do the bits that suits you clubs suits some and for others not - for me its a no go sadly ( but then i'm a loner - i know it and admit it ) thats just how it is, good luck and try and enjoy
Frobester May 2012 1:21pm, 21 May 2012 19,651 posts	Quote Pin Frobester Huddersfield, which may or may not be your nearest, does the first 4 weeks free.
Frobester May 2012 1:22pm, 21 May 2012 19,652 posts	Quote Pin Frobester huddersfieldroadrunners.co.uk
Not so lazytoad! May 2012 1:29pm, 21 May 2012 52 posts	Quote Pin Not so lazytoad! Thats good to know, I guess its just going to be a case of trying some and seeing which I like. I think I need one with a good mix, as well im a slower runner and wouldnt feel comfortable in a club thats full of very speedy bees. Oooh thats near where I work and probably about 5 miles from home, will have a squizz now.
Mick n Phil May 2012 1:35pm, 21 May 2012 7 posts	Quote Pin Mick n Phil just be honest with them when you first get asked they will or should have alsorts there, and plus, they were all once beginners!!!!!!!!!!!!!! regardless of how they might be now
The King Of Carrot Flowers May 2012 1:38pm, 21 May 2012 96 posts	Quote Pin The King Of Carrot Flowers As a general rule would join a club. My form improved massively and i think that was down to being in a club, if the first one you visit isnt good for you try others
Son of a Pronator Man May 2012 2:18pm, 21 May 2012 6,422 posts	Quote Pin Son of a Pronator Man Doh - I seriously misread the header . I thought it said SWIMMING club. That was £30 per month. My running club fees are £22 per year and another £15 of you affiliate to SAF.. Money well spent.
macapple May 2012 2:32pm, 21 May 2012 43 posts	Quote Pin macapple LOL at the most expensive running club in the country! I must look into joing my local club, some company on long runs would be good.