Welcome to Lynnsport Ladybirds
Who are we?
We are an all women's running club who walk, jeff
and run for "Fun, Fitness and Friendship". The club was founded in 1993 and is open to all women from the age of 16+. Members meet on a Wednesday night in and around the King's Lynn area.
Our group is made up of mixed ability walkers and runners who meet for fitness and to socialise with others of a like mind. We organise ourselves into groups, matching running speed and distances. On a typical Wednesday night some members do a gentle run/walk of 2-3 miles while faster and endurance groups can run up to 6 miles. We follow routes round the town during the winter. In the summer we travel out of town to local beauty spots and run following trails and paths.
Members take part in a number of local events such as the Run for All Grand East Anglian Run (GEAR), Race for Life, Peterborough Half-Marathon, Cambridge Half-Marathon, Sandringham 10K and Half-Marathon and many more organised events. Many Ladybirds are also parkrun regulars.
We organise a number of social events during the year, for example our New Year meal and at least one barbeque to allow our members to get together and have a good catch up session.
Our AGM is held in September each year and again in March to allow members to raise, discuss and vote upon new ideas.
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Why an all women club?
Some women may feel threatened by running with men who are often more competitive. Being in a club encourages motivation and confidence.
How much does it cost to be a member?
As of October 2022 membership will cost £15 for the year. Part-year subscriptions can also be taken, speak to our secretary or treasurer for more details.
From this money the club insures all its members.
How did we start?
The group started originally as a Reebok Running Sisters group but changed it's name and with encouragement from the Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk Council began running beginners courses. Currently the club has over 80 members with anywhere between 20-30 attending weekly runs, this changes depending upon individual commitments.
To find out how to join contact us: web@lynnsportladybirds.co.uk
