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Membership

Whether you are completely new to running or already training regularly, you will find a place here.

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£30 per year Full membership runs April to March
3 sessions a week Tuesday track, Thursday run, Sunday long run
England Athletics Affiliated Optional individual EA add-on available
Benefits Discounted membership of Wodson Park

Why join Ware Joggers?

You could run on your own, or you could join a friendly group for everyone from beginners to competitive runners.

What you get here is more than that. You get structure, consistency, coaching, and a club full of people who turn up week after week and help each other keep going.

Our sessions are organised by pace and purpose, so you can train at the right level. Whether your aim is to get fitter, run your first race, or keep improving over time, there is a clear place for you here.

And because Ware Joggers is affiliated to England Athletics, membership also opens the door to team racing opportunities and championships that free running clubs cannot access.

"We have runners across a wide range of ages and abilities. Sessions are structured so everyone trains at the right level."

What's included for £30

  • Structured weekly training with qualified coaches and pace groups for a wide range of abilities
  • A varied training programme with sessions at Wodson Park, as well as plenty of training in and around Ware and Hertford
  • A welcoming club community that helps you stay motivated, improve consistently and enjoy your running
  • Free entry to the annual cross-country championship
  • Free entry to the Midweek League championship
  • Club communications, training diary and members-only updates
  • Eligibility for discounted Wodson corporate membership

Membership runs 1 April to 31 March each year.

£30 per year

Membership options

Most people join as full members. The other options are for specific circumstances.

Full membership — £30
For members who want to train regularly with the club, race as part of the club, and take part fully in club life.
Affiliate membership — £5
For people who have been members of Ware Joggers for more than a year and no longer wish to run with us regularly, but would still like to stay connected through club emails and the members-only Facebook group.
England Athletics add-on — £23
An optional add-on for eligible members who want the individual benefits of EA affiliation, including licensed race discounts and official registration.
Wodson corporate membership — prices in FAQ
An optional add-on for members who regularly use Wodson Park facilities and want the discounted corporate rate.

If you want to train regularly and race as part of the team, you'll need full membership. Not sure? Email us and we'll help you choose.

Session fees

Some sessions have a small per-session fee to cover track hire costs.

  • Tuesday track — Ware Joggers member £2.00
  • Tuesday track — non-member £4.00
  • Thursday track — Wodson corporate member £3.00
  • Thursday track — Ware Joggers member £5.50

A £1 visitor fee applies each time you use Wodson Park facilities if you don't hold Wodson corporate membership.

£2 track fee

How to join

Joining is straightforward and takes just a few minutes online. Set aside a little time as the form asks for your membership choices, personal details and emergency contact information.

Complete the membership form on Membermojo
Choose the membership options that apply to you, including any optional EA affiliation or Wodson corporate membership
Make payment by bank transfer, cash or cheque
The membership secretary approves your application and you'll receive a confirmation email

Once confirmed, you can come along to any session and get started straight away.

Common questions

No. We have runners across a wide range of ages and abilities, and sessions are structured so everyone trains at the right level. If you're brand new to running, our Beginners' Course is the ideal starting point.

Not at all. Racing is available if you want it, but many members simply enjoy the training, company and structure without ever entering a race.

Yes. Ware Joggers is for everyone from beginners to competitive runners.

Individual EA affiliation is optional, but it gives you discounts on licensed race entry fees and official EA registration. Ware Joggers being an EA-affiliated club is also what allows us to enter leagues and championships.

Not necessarily, but it's worth considering if you regularly attend sessions at Wodson Park. It gives you discounted access to all Wodson facilities and avoids the £1 visitor fee on club nights.

Many of our sessions make use of Wodson Park, and Ware Joggers has a long-standing arrangement with Wodson that gives members access to discounted corporate membership rates. This is an optional add-on, but it is a worthwhile choice for members who regularly attend sessions at Wodson Park or want to make wider use of the facilities.

For 2026/27, the Wodson Corporate Membership rate for Ware Joggers members is £47 per year, compared with the normal price of £55. The concessionary rate is £39 per year.

Joining part-way through the year costs less:
After 30th June - standard rate £35.25 (concessionary rate £29.25)
After 30th September - standard rate £23.50 (concessionary rate £19.50)
After 31st December - standard rate £11.75 (concessionary rate £9.75)

Concession rates apply to members who are aged 60+, registered disabled, Carer’s Passport holders, or receiving Universal Credit.

Wodson membership gives you discounted rates across the centre, including gym and fitness classes, track use, and access to the members’ café and bar. New gym users can attend a free induction.

If you do not take the Wodson membership, a £1 visitor fee applies each time you use Wodson Park facilities on club nights.

Once your form and payment have been received and approved, you will receive a confirmation email and can get started with the club.

You can get free entry to the cross-country and Midweek League championships that Ware Joggers competes in during the year.

This is a genuine membership benefit. These races are only open to England Athletics affiliated clubs, so members of free running clubs cannot enter them.

The championships are inclusive, friendly and open to a wide range of ages and abilities. You do not need to be one of the faster runners to enjoy them. For many members, they become one of the best parts of being in the club.

Ready to join?

If you are looking for a club that helps you stay consistent, improve, race as part of a team, and enjoy your running, you will feel at home here. If you're already a member, renew here. It only takes a few minutes.

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