Have you considered the benefits of a weekly track session with London’s Premier athletics club? Whether you're aiming to compete at the highest level in events like the Met League, Southern, or 12 stage, or simply striving to improve your ParkRun time, Highgate Harriers has a tailored training group for you.
Existing Members
Your membership grants you track access on Tuesdays and Thursdays, along with participation in club events and open meets (including entry into leagues like the Met League for cross country and SAL for track & field, and middle distance). For pricing details, please visit the membership page.
Prospective Members
Welcome to Highgate Harriers, London's premier running and athletics club! Feel free to drop by and try out a session before committing to membership. No need to contact us in advance unless you have questions; just ensure you book a slot. Please note that we limit trial slots per club night. To reserve a trial member slot, please visit the WebCollect page and select 'New Member Trial - Seniors only'.
Disability Athletics Sessions
Did you know we also host inclusive athletics sessions tailored for individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities?
Discover more about our disability sessions
Sessions Timetable
Time | Age Group | Type | Coach | Notes | Group Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:00pm | Women U23/Senior | Distance | Hannah Ryden | This session is for Women Athletes only, run at efforts between 3k and 10k. No fixed standard. Enquire for levels at the track. In addition, a second endurance-based workout will be suggested for the weekend. An option for more structured training could also be provided, working together with the middle-distance track group. Please enquire with Hannah at the track or contact her via email at h.rayden [--at--] btinternet.com (h[dot]rayden[at]btinternet[dot]com) Notify Hannah on the Spond app or just show up! | 20 - 25 |
Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:15pm | U20 and Up | Track & Field | Andrea Spaccatrosi | This session is for 800 / 1500 / 3000 runners Periodized, structured training aimed to race short middle distance track races in Spring and Summer. No fixed standard but please enquire beforehand via email at andrea_spaccatrosi [--at--] hotmail.com (andrea_spaccatrosi[at]hotmail[dot]com). | 20 - 25 |
Tuesdays 7:05 - 8:00pm | Senior | Middle Distance | David Chalfen | This session is an interval session where you will be doing intervals ranging from 200m - 1 mile reps. Standards: Approx 16min/17min 5k To be in the loop of these sessions, please email Ben Pochee | Just show up! No need to email |
Barny / Cal Gordon | This session is an interval session where you will be doing intervals ranging from 200m - 1 mile reps. Standards: No fixed standard, but recommended to change the session to suit your running needs as and when you want. At Parliament Hill | Just show up! No need to email | |||
Thursdays 7:00 - 8:00pm | Women U23/Senior | Distance | Hannah Ryden | This is a speed session for Women Athletes only, usually run jointly with the Middle-Distance Track Group. just show up! | 20 - 25 |
Thursdays 7:00 - 8:15pm | U20 and Up | Track & Field | Andrea Spaccatrosi | This session is for 800 / 1500 / 3000 runners Periodized, structured training aimed to race short middle distance track races in Spring and Summer. No fixed standard but please enquire beforehand via email at andrea_spaccatrosi [--at--] hotmail.com (andrea_spaccatrosi[at]hotmail[dot]com). | 20 - 25 |
Saturdays 9:00am | Seniors | Middle Distance Longer Efforts | No Coach | Sessions could include: Regents Park laps Heath Extension Muddy Miles Standards: Approx 16min/17min 5k. Please contact Rob at Robert.Wilson [--at--] Highgateharriers.org.uk (Robert[dot]Wilson[at]Highgateharriers[dot]org[dot]uk) or Ben at ben [--at--] lgnwellbeing.com (ben[at]lgnwellbeing[dot]com). Please note that this session may not run when the date clashes with a major race. | No Limit |
Middle Distance B Group Training | Cal Gordon | Sessions could include: Regents Park laps Heath Extension Muddy Miles Standards: Approx 17min/22min 5k. Please contact Cal at Callum.Gordon [--at--] highgateharriers.org.uk (Callum[dot]Gordon[at]highgateharriers[dot]org[dot]uk). Please note that this session may not run when the date clashes with a major race. | No Limit | ||
Anyone and everyone | 5k (some hills) | Parkrun UK | Hampstead Heath parkrun This is not Highgate Harriers specific, but many of us go to do Hampstead Heath Parkrun on Saturday mornings (when they are on of course) which is an absolute hoot. 9am. | Please attend Barny & Cal's training session on Tuesday to be added to the whatsapp group and get involved with saturday sessions |
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