Wellington Scottish Athletics Club

It's clear we all love running... but what happens when you sometimes need to step away?

Join us at Waitoa Social Club in Hataitai for an important kōrero about what happens when running isn’t the centre of your life anymore.

With Professors Annemarie Jutel, Club President Simon Keller, and Olympian Anne Hare, we’ll share insights on stepping back from the run and finding new rhythms.

Bring your mates, questions and see you Sunday 26th July at Waitoa Social Club, Hataitai ✨

No time for group training Monday to Friday? Make Saturday morning the one and join us at Karori Park! ☕🌳🏃‍♀️

Every Saturday at 8am (excluding club race weekends), a great group of Wellington Scottish runners comes together for a quality session. Workouts are designed and led by some of our awesome members, often with a threshold focus.⚡

Training for a specific goal? Prefer an easy run? No problem. Bring whatever effort suits you that day and enjoy the motivation, support, and company of fellow runners. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💛

And if running isn't on the cards, you're always welcome to come along for the best part... the post-run coffee! ☕❤️

Wellington Scottish love a waterfront run, but we are so much more than that! Introducing Frictoria. ⛰️🏃‍♀️

The perfect way to mix up your training, explore the trails, and connect with fellow runners. Every Friday at 7am, a group of us meets at the top of Mt Victoria before jogging down together and finishing with a well-earned coffee. ☕️

Whether you're a regular or joining us for the first time, Frictoria is a relaxed and social way to start your Friday.

Come along and join us this Friday! 💛❤️

What's on this month at Wellington Scottish? 💛

🏃 As always, there are speed sessions every Tuesday, Frictoria on Fridays and a session at Karori Park on Saturdays.

🏃‍♀️ This month WS are pacing another Waitangi Park Run on the 25th, see you there!
Always lots going on at Wellington Scottish, see you at a session that suits you soon!

This club has a village of dedicated, talented and supportive members. Which always makes selecting our Runner of the Month a hard task.

This month we have another great nomination, our Mens Senior Team Captain, Joel!

Joel is an exceptional runner and an inspiring clubmate, with standout performances across both trail and cross country this year, helping lead our senior teams to success.

Beyond racing, he gives back by sharing training, organising workouts and long runs, and encouraging others to join in. Whether it's a hard session or a social run like Frictoria, Joel is always there.

A huge talent WS are lucky to have!

There are plenty of opportunities to run with us at Wellington Scottish, and our Tuesday Speed Session is a club favourite! 🏃‍♂️⚡

Held weekly, alternating between the waterfront and Newtown Park Track, each session features a structured workout designed by some of the team to help you get the most out of your training.

Whether you're chasing a PB, new to speed training, or simply looking to run faster, this session is for you.

Get faster. Train smarter. Have fun. Join us on Tuesdays! 💛❤️

Are you looking for a run club that goes beyond the weekly catch up?

Join Wellington Scottish and gain access to:

💛 A friendly running and walking community that caters to all abilities, from beginners to competitive athletes.
💛 A year of friendly running events and races — both social and competitive.
💛 Free coaching or mentoring from experienced runners and coaches.
💛 Helpful training groups to suit different paces and goals.
💛 A supportive, encouraging team environment — known for strong camaraderie and a history of developing athletes to improve.
💛 Regular interaction across social and competitive groups that train together.

See you at a run or walk that suits you soon!

Dorne Cup 2026 🏆

One of the most loved races on the calendar and another fantastic day out for the Scottish crew. 💛

Well done to all our members who took part, and special shoutout to our gold medal-winning teams in the Men's Senior, Mens 35+, Mens 50+ and Mens Open grades, along with silver medals in the Women's Senior, Womens 35+, and Womens 50+ grades.

If you want a club that performs while still having fun, this is it! 🔥🏃‍♀️

Are you an aspiring young runner wanting to take it to the next level?

Then you should apply for our Wellington Scottish Young Athlete Grants!

Supporting promising middle- and long-distance runners aged 16–26, these grants provide $2,500 in funding, with the potential for a further $2,500 in a second year.

📍 Live, train, and compete in Wellington
🏃 Represent Wellington Scottish
📅 Applications close 30 June 2026

What an opportunity! Apply now at https://www.scottishathletics.org.nz/support/young-athlete-grants

Need something to get you through the winter? Take a look at what's happening at Wellington Scottish this June.

Tuesday Evening Speed Sessions: Alternating between Newtown Park and outside Freyburg for some speed intervals.

Friday 7am: Meet at the top of Mt Vic Lookout, have a yarn and then enjoy the downhill adventure.

Saturday 8am: Start your weekend right with a training at Karori Park, post-training coffee always encouraged. Only on non-centre racing Saturdays.

And so much more! Long runs, park runs, trails and the Wellington Marathon, there's a lot happening this month and we'd love to see you there! All ages and stages welcome. ❤