The club meets three times a week for a variety of structured training sessions for walkers and runners. (See training days for more info). It is a very inexpensive, social, fun club to join which currently boasts over 80 members. Club Objectives o To provide a local friendly walking and running club, which is easily accessible to everyone regardless of gender, age or ability allowing people to progress at their own pace o To promote fitness levels and encourage people to look after themselves through regular exercise o To promote amateur athletics o For Phoenix Striders to work in partnership with agencies, organizations and charities to promote walking and running as a means to a healthier lifestyle Club History The club has come a long way since its emergence from a series of training sessions set up for women who took part in the 2004 "Race for Life" held at Gloucester Park, Basildon. Both men and women make up the club in 2007. Organized Events The club has been involved in organizing the "Run for Children" 3K fun run for all ages in Gloucester Park. The inaugural "Little Havens 5K". The "Summer Series"; four 5K evening trail runs around the Plotlands Nature Reserve. The Langdon "5". And importantly three fun 3.5K walking events through the reserve for families, dogs and walkers alike. These events have raised money for Essex Wildlife Trust, Little Havens Children's Hospice and Children with Leukemia. More events are organized for 2007. Other Events Our members have achieved great things including taking part in the London Marathon raising over £6,000. Some members completed the "Edge to Edge" marathon in Vancouver Island, Canada. Two members took part in the 100 Mile Himalayan 5 day Stage Race 2006. A major achievement. And many other members have enjoyed taking part in various 5K, 10K, half marathons and marathons around the UK. The greatest success of the club is seeing members progressing and getting fitter each month. Management CommitteeWebsite design by Stephanie Palmer. Maintained by Jeffrey the Hutt. To comment on the website please mail website.