Athletics and cross country
Welcome to the University of Liverpool Athletics and cross country club
The Athletics and Cross Country Club welcomes athletes of all abilities, from complete beginners to experienced competitors. Whether you’re looking to compete, stay active, or make new friends, our club offers a supportive and inclusive environment for everyone. We take part in all disciplines of the sport, from long and short distance running, jumps and throws, giving members the chance to explore and develop across different disciplines.
Social sport
We host structured cross-country sessions for our members, making the most of Liverpool’s diverse training routes — from track sessions to road runs and scenic park trails. Whether you want to build speed, throw further, or jump higher without the pressure of competing, we also offer athletics sessions tailored to all levels and goals.
For those selected and interested, members have the opportunity to train with the local athletics club, Liverpool Harriers, at Wavertree Park, gaining access to top-class facilities and a supportive athletic community.
Training Times
| Sport | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Harriers Athletics | Tuesday | 6pm |
| LUAXC Cross Country | Wednesday | 3pm |
| LUAXC Athletics | Wednesday | 3pm |
| Harriers Athletics | Thursday | 6pm |
| LUAXC Cross Country | Friday | 6pm |
| Harriers Athletics** | Saturday | 10am |
| LUAXC Cross Country | Sunday | 10am |
**Dependant on group
All Harriers Training slots are dependent on selection and group.
Social events
As one of the university’s largest clubs, we’re proud of our lively social scene! In addition to the ‘We Love UOL’ nights (preciously known as AU nights), we host frequent socials and joint events with other clubs, exploring some of Liverpool’s best venues together. Our socials are a great way to unwind, make new friends, and strengthen team spirit beyond training.
We also organise exciting trips away, including warm-weather training camps, giving members the chance to bond, travel, and train in new environments.
Plus, our active Strava group keeps everyone connected, letting members share their runs and add a bit of friendly competition.
For more details about joining our Athletics and cross country club, contact us today.
The Athletic Union
The Athletic Union (AU) is a student lead union founded in 1884. The AU consists of competitive sports clubs representing the University in British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS). The AU also provides opportunities for social sports with over 132 teams across three sports.
Being an AU member is a great way to stay active, develop management and leadership skills and meet people.
Other benefits include:
- Representation within the Sport Liverpool department through the elected student AU executive committee
- Elite personal accident insurance cover
- Access to physiotherapy treatment at our Sports injuries clinic
- Priority access to AU social events
- Financial support at representative level
- Subsidised support to coaching an officials courses
- Eligibility for colours and blues award.
The initial cost of the AU membership is £72 and this will allow you to join one club. If you wish to join multiple clubs, the cost for each club is £30 thereafter.