Sittingbourne Striders was established in February 1986 as a running club affiliated with England Athletics. In 2013, a triathlon section was introduced, which is affiliated with British Triathlon. Furthermore, in April 2023, we expanded our offerings by creating a junior section under British Triathlon. All segments of the club are supported by qualified coaches recognised by both England Athletics and British Triathlon.
Sittingbourne Striders is a welcoming and well-established club that serves runners and triathletes of all skill levels, starting from the age of 8. Alongside our running and triathlon activities, we organise a variety of social events throughout the year.
Our primary goal is to promote physical and mental health and well-being through sports and the formation of friendships. Whether you are interested in jogging a mile or two or aiming for a marathon or triathlon at any level, you will find others ready to support you and accompany you at your own pace. The most challenging aspect is often taking the initial step to join us, which is why we offer a complimentary month-long trial.
There is a common misconception that all members of a running club are elite athletes; however, this is not true. Sittingbourne Striders strives to be inclusive rather than exclusive, welcoming individuals who run at any pace, whether it be a 6-minute mile or a 16-minute mile.
We are a friendly community, and while there are numerous advantages to participating in a group—such as providing security for women and juniors—you will quickly discover that engaging in conversation makes the miles pass swiftly amidst enjoyable banter.