The London Runner Distance Club is a provincially and nationally registered club that competes in Track, Cross Country, and Road Races. We offer the most comprehensive distance running programs in London and the surrounding area. Club athletes range from elementary school age to Masters (40+), and compete anywhere from the local level to representing Canada internationally. If you are looking to have fun and improve yourself as both a runner and as a person, you've come to the right place.

The Vision

The goal of the London Runner Distance Club is to create an atmosphere for success for our athletes. The club offers not just training partners and coaches, but an entire community of like-minded individuals looking to help all our athletes in their  pursuit of excellence - whether that be in placing well at a local competition or qualifying for an International event. 

New Athletes

New athletes interested in joining enter a trial period which includes attendance and evaluation at several workouts, followed by an interview. This process is designed to ensure athletes are going to be positive, contributing members to the group. The guiding principle through all groups is that of long-term development and viewing running as a life-long activity that enhances other areas of your life.

The LRDC offers numerous membership categories designed to fit each athletes needs. Brief descriptions are offered below; for more details communicate with the contact listed below.

London Runner - YOUTH (ages 11-14)

Designed for athletes who are ready to enter into competitive running. Aimed at providing a fun introduction to competition, primarily at the local level. Includes one workout per week. Athletes will also compete at Athletics Ontario-hosted Championships. Core concepts for this group include having FUN with your running, as well as team building.

London Runner - JUNIOR (ages 14-19)

Designed primarily for high school age runners, as well as those just starting College or University, who are interested in developing their competitive skills. Athletes will be competing in provincial, national, and international (for those that qualify) championship events, depending upon their skill level. The Junior program builds upon the concepts developed in the Youth group, introducing new skills such as Championship race strategy, while still focusing on having fun during the school years and aiming for long-term competitive success as the ultimate goal.

Junior athletes who are prepared to commit to work towards National level competitions will be put in the National Stream Program, details of which can be discussed in person with the coach.

London Runner - SENIOR (ages 20+)

Designed primarily for runners aged 20 and older aiming to achieve life-time personal best goals or to continue enjoying the competitive running environment. Athletes will compete in distance events on whatever surfaces (track, cross country, or roads) they wish to pursue competitively. As with the other groups, the idea is to create a positive atmosphere for athletes dedicated to working towards long-term competitive success.

Collegiate Runners
We will work with senior runners who are currently competing for their university or college together to balance the demands of collegiate competition and overall personal goals, such as outdoor track and road races.

London Runner - MASTERS (ages 40+)

Designed primarily for runners aged 40 and older aiming to achieve significant age-group performances or simply remain involved in the competitive running scene. Similar to the Senior athletes that may need it, Masters athletes are able to be more 'self-directed' then the school-age categories, while having a group to train with in workouts and coaching advice as needed.

London Runner - ALUMNI (ages 20+)

Designed primarily for Senior/Masters aged runners who would like to continue being involved with the LRDC but want to significantly decrease their commitment and/or competition level while continuing to enjoy the community atmosphere of the group when they can.

School-age Seasonal Memberships

Athletes juggling multiple sport commitments may enter into a seasonal membership, providing they meet the expected commitments of the club.

Winter Season (January – early April)

Outdoor Season (April to early August)

Cross Country Season (August to December)

Membership includes:
-full-time coach
-training schedule based around personal goals and skill level
-significant support network
-entry into all Club Sanctioned Track and Cross Country races including the Runners' Choice London Distance Series, Provincial and National Championship competitions (not road races)
-racing singlet and warm-up shirt
-weekly Club Newsletter

You can Contact the coach at:
Steve Weiler
steveweiler@hotmail.com (preferred)
(519) 777-6096