Athletics
Loughborough is proud to be the most successful student athletics club in the country, catering for all athletes at every level.
Loughborough Students Athletics Club is the most successful university athletics club in the country. We’ve won 60 of the last 65 men’s and women’s BUCS Outdoor Athletics Championships, and we continue to lead the way in track, field, and cross-country.
As a club member, you’ll train in world-class indoor and outdoor facilities, with access to both professional and highly experienced volunteer coaches across every athletics discipline.
From sprints to distance, jumps to throws, and everything in between, you’ll find the coaching, support, and competition you need to excel.
Your membership includes entry to:
- Loughborough Indoor & Outdoor Opens
- Midland XC League
- Indoor Inter Varsity Meet
You’ll also be eligible for selection to the prestigious Loughborough BUCS team, where we proudly hold the titles of overall Indoor, Outdoor, and Women’s Cross Country Champions.
Whether you’re here to run for fun or push for a place on the podium, you’ll join a friendly, supportive, and ambitious club that caters for everyone, from recreational athletes to Olympic and Paralympic superstars.
Ways you can get involved
Performance
Our alumni include Olympians, Paralympians, World Champions, and national record holders, all shaped by Loughborough’s unique high-performance environment.
As a Performance athlete, you’ll train in world-class indoor and outdoor facilities, work with leading coaches across every event group, and benefit from integrated support services. You’ll compete regularly at the highest level, from BUCS to national and international championships, surrounded by a culture that challenges and inspires you daily.
Athletic Union (AU)
Loughborough Students Athletics Club is known as the best University Athletics club in the country with a strong track record of championship wins. Members can access top training facilities and coaching, compete in various events, and be part of a welcoming and inclusive club for athletes of all levels.
Members train multiple times per week at HiPAC and the Athletics and Throws Centre, and compete in the Loughborough Indoor & Outdoor Opens, Midland XC League, and Indoor Inter Varsity Meet.
Get in touch
Joining the AU team is done at the start of the year during Freshers, where you can meet the coaches.
If you'd like to get in touch about Athletics, complete our enquiry form.