Best Athletics was founded by Nick Bester in March 2020 with a simple vision: to create a welcoming and supportive community where runners of all abilities could train together, improve, and enjoy the journey of endurance sport.
What began as a small coaching group quickly evolved into a thriving running club. In 2021, Best Athletics became officially affiliated with England Athletics, marking an important milestone in the club’s development. Since then, the club has continued to grow year after year, attracting members from across the UK and beyond.
At the heart of Best Athletics is a strong belief that running is about much more than performance alone. While we celebrate personal bests, race results and competitive success, our culture is built on community, inclusivity and long-term enjoyment of the sport. We aim to create an environment where every member feels welcomed, supported and inspired, whether they are taking their first steps into running or competing at an international level.
Today, Best Athletics is home to over 500 members, supported by a dedicated coaching team and committee. The club delivers regular coached sessions, community events, race opportunities and training camps, helping members connect through a shared passion for running and endurance sport.
Our values are simple:
💙 Community first
💙 Support every athlete’s journey
💙 Make running accessible to all
💙 Celebrate effort as much as achievement
💙 Create opportunities for people to grow both in sport and in life
From weekly track sessions and social runs to club races, international training camps and major race meet ups, Best Athletics continues to bring people together through the power of sport. While the club has grown significantly since 2020, the mission remains unchanged: to build a positive, ambitious and welcoming community where people can become the best version of themselves through running.
What makes Best Athletics special is the people.
From the very beginning, our goal has been to create a community where everyone feels welcome, supported and inspired, regardless of their experience or ability. Whether someone is training for their first 5K, chasing a marathon PB or competing at an international level, they will find a place within the club.
We pride ourselves on being a club where performance and community go hand in hand. We love seeing members achieve personal bests and ambitious goals, but we believe the friendships, confidence and sense of belonging that come from being part of a club are just as important.
Best Athletics offers regular coached sessions, races, social events, training camps and opportunities to learn from experienced coaches and athletes. However, what keeps people coming back is the supportive atmosphere and genuine encouragement they receive from other members.
Many of our members join initially for the training but stay because of the community. The club has grown through word of mouth, with people bringing friends, family members and training partners because they enjoy being part of something positive and welcoming.
At Best Athletics, no one gets left behind, every achievement is celebrated, and everyone is encouraged to be the best version of themselves. That’s what makes our club different.
One thing that makes Best Athletics stand out is the variety of opportunities available to members beyond weekly training sessions.
Throughout the year we organise club races, training camps, social events, educational workshops, community challenges and race meet-ups, helping members stay engaged and connected both on and off the track. We actively encourage members to get involved in shaping the club, whether through volunteering, leading sessions, supporting events or contributing ideas.
We are also proud of the supportive culture we have created. Members celebrate each other’s successes, support one another through setbacks and genuinely enjoy spending time together outside of training. This creates an environment where people feel comfortable turning up on their own and quickly become part of the community.
Our partnership with adidas has also provided exciting opportunities for members, including access to events, product testing and unique experiences that help enhance the club experience.
Above all, Best Athletics is a club that balances ambition with inclusivity. We strive to help members achieve their goals while ensuring that running remains enjoyable, accessible and something people look forward to being part of every week.
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