MORE ABOUT TAVISTOCK
ATHLETIC CLUB . . .
INTRODUCTION
The club was formed in 1985 to promote athletics in all its forms in the
area, and at present is going through a very successful phase with over 200
members drawn from all over West Devon and East Cornwall.
We pride ourselves on being friendly, and welcome all newcomers whatever
their ability and whether they have belonged to a club or not. So, whether
you are already a seasoned athlete or a first time jogger, we can cater for
you. We have a strong Junior Section for 8 - 16 year olds, and particularly
welcome whole families.
The club competes throughout the year with individuals and teams taking
part in Cross Country, Road and off-Road races and Track & Field Meetings.
Our more successful members travel to take part in big city marathons, or
have represented Devon and the South West., but there is no compulsion to
compete, and many of our Senior members just come along to keep fit and
enjoy the company. For those who do wish to compete there are many events,
near and far, to take part in to suit every ability and preference.
During the Spring and Summer, the whole club competes in the Devon Track
& Field League against other clubs in the county. In the Autumn and Winter,
Cross Country comes to the fore with the club competing against other clubs
in Devon & Cornwall. The Juniors also take part in the Sportshall League
where running, throwing and jumping events are modified so they can take
place indoors.
We have a large band of coaches who have contributed to our success : all
coaches are fully qualified. The club has an active programme to ensure its coaches upgrade their
skills. The club is affiliated to the South of England Athletic Association
and adheres to all the Codes of Conduct laid down by our parent body, UK
Athletics, especially those relating to Juniors. The club has a Welfare
Officer to ensure these codes are carried out - copies of the codes are
available on request.
The club is always on the lookout for coaches, so please let us know if
you are interested in coaching.
CLUB NIGHTS
The club meets on Tuesdays at Tavistock College, Crowndale Road
throughout the year in classrooms opposite the main entrance with car
parking adjacent. The Juniors are split with training for up to School Year
6 from 6 to 7 pm and for Year 7s and above from 7 to 8 pm. Parents are asked
to bring their children in for registration 15 minutes before the start of
their session. Training for the Juniors takes place around the College
campus during British Summer Time, and in the Sportshall otherwise.
Seniors meet for registration at 6.15 and train for an hour from 6.30.
Apart from the Jogging groups, there are 2 groups for established runners
catering for those running faster and slower than 7 minute miles.
Refreshments are available after training to replenish spent energy.
CLUB EVENTS
The club organises 2 major events during the year, the Town Relay races
in the Meadows during Carnival Week, and the Tavy 7, a 7 mile road race
starting and finishing at Middlemoor, Whitchurch Down in November. All
members are asked to help with these.
MEMBERSHIP, SUBSCRIPTIONS & BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
It is club policy to allow new members to attend 3
meetings as taster sessions after which you expected to join the club. The
subscription is payable to the end of the calendar year, so it reduces as
the year goes by. Find out the current amount payable by contacting the
Membership Secretary or whoever gives out the notices on a Tuesday. To
become a member, fill in an application form, a copy of which is in this
pack, and hand it with your fee to whoever deals with the registration of
the Juniors on a Tuesday.
Money raised is spent on hiring the College facilities, affiliation fees,
the purchase of equipment, courses for coaches and competition fees for
members representing the club in the various leagues.
CLUB COMMITTEE & COMMUNICATION
The club has a general committee to deal with the day to day running of
the club, with sub committees formed to organised specific events when
required. The AGM is held at the end of January. The officers you may wish
to contact are listed under 'Contacts'.
Please contact the relevant committee member if you have any queries, or
wish to raise any matter. We wish to make the club even better, so your
input will be very welcome.
Important announcements are made before each session, and details of
recent & upcoming events are posted on the notice boards and our website,
and
a monthly newsletter is produced.
We hope that you will wish to join the club so that you can benefit in
many ways from membership. Above all, we hope you have fun and enjoy
yourself !