Wellington Harrier Athletic Club (Inc)

Welcome to Wellington Harrier Athletic Club

Take a step into history with Wellington Harrier Athletic Club, a cornerstone of athletics in New Zealand since its founding in 1903. With 123 years of competitive spirit, our club is a hub for runners, athletes, and families passionate about sports and recreation. We cater to all levels, from those seeking to improve fitness to seasoned competitors aiming for regional and national titles. Our diverse offerings include cross country running, road running, track and field events, and dedicated children’s athletics programmes for ages 7 to 14. Throughout the year, we host club runs, interclub competitions, and engaging social events that foster camaraderie and community.

Heart of Wellington: Our Training Locations

Headquartered in the vibrant city of Wellington, our club operates from two iconic locations. During the winter months, training takes place from our clubrooms on Mt Victoria, nestled in the heart of the capital with stunning views and challenging terrain perfect for harrier events. In summer, we shift to the all-weather Track and Field facility at Newtown Park, an ideal spot for honing skills in traditional Olympic events like jumping, throwing, and track running. Located at 164 Alexandra Road, Newtown, our facilities are easily accessible to locals and visitors across the Wellington region, making us a central part of the community’s sporting landscape.

Our Sections and Events

At Wellington Harrier Athletic Club, we proudly cover all three branches of athletics. Our Harrier Section focuses on cross country, road running, mountain running, and walking, with monthly club runs on the first Sunday of each month where groups of similar abilities run or walk together. The Track and Field Section offers midweek coaching and participates in Wellington interclub meetings at Newtown Park. For younger members, our Children’s Athletics programme builds basic skills and hosts Saturday club meetings, alongside weekend interclub competitions around the region. Additionally, we organise a monthly fun run along the waterfront, offering 5km and 10km options with registration at 8:00 am and a start time of 8:30 am.

Join Our Community

Joining our athletics club in Wellington is simple and inclusive. For harrier events, just turn up and introduce yourself—we’re always excited to meet new faces. If you’re interested in track and field, reach out to our T&F manager to get started. We offer competitive, social, and support membership options to suit your goals. Beyond training and competition, our club thrives on connection, with informal training groups meeting across Wellington during the week and on weekends, as well as a variety of social activities throughout the year. Be part of a legacy and experience the best of athletics in Wellington with us!