Seaford Striders Committee
We are a team of local volunteers passionate about community running.
Announcements: Track Nights are every Monday 19:00 at Lewes
Elected Committee Members
These are the current committee members.
Victoria Maleski
Chair
What being a Strider means to me…
“This photo was taken during the inaugural Beachy Head Half Marathon. The fact that I would even consider taking part in such an event is totally down all the support I have had from Seaford Striders. I only started running four years ago on Seaford Striders C25k.
I’ve met so many wonderful, encouraging and supportive people through Striders and although I will never be a fast runner I love being part of the Striders family. I feel honoured to be able to help others on their running journey and love being able to give something back to our wonderful Club which has given me so much.”
Katherine Simmons
Public Relations and Website Officer
I joined Striders in 2017 and have never looked back!
Striders offers up so many opportunities for runners of all abilities: summer trail runs in beautiful landscapes, a weekly track session, friendly competition in the Club Grand Prix or Cross Country, as well as social events.
My absolute favourite are the social runs -exercising outdoors with your Strider friends makes you feel good … and it usually leads to some proper belly laughs!
Leanne Pearce
Membership Secretary
What being a Strider means to me…
“I had always run by myself, plugged into some music and hadn’t thought about running in a group until a friend suggested that we go along and see what the Striders were all about. From that first group run with the Striders I knew that ditching the music and running with others would be my preferred choice from that point on. Everyone in the club is so friendly and supportive whether it be on club night runs, at Parkrun or just when you see each other out and about and I feel grateful to be part of this brilliant community. “
Kate Parkinson
Welfare Officer
What being a Seaford Strider means to me…
Seaford Striders Running Clun has been part of my life, on and off, for over 25 years. It’s a great club to belong to. I love the conversations I have with such a wide variety of people and the friendships formed along the way. It means a lot to me that every Wednesday evening, there’s a ready-made group of run buddies. Striders are there for the bad times as well as the good, and support each other during injury or the crises life throws at people.
Adam Haverly
Social Secretary
A long term friend shared a link to the local running club’s Couch to 5K programme and the rest is history! I’ve met some great friends through the club and it’s pushed me in a friendly and supportive way!
I ran 100 miles in 2024, the whole of the South Downs Way! I couldn’t even run round the block before Striders!
Monday night track sessions are great for all abilities to come together and this is something I would struggle to do alone. Meeting other Striders has always been a great way to get me out the door even on a wet and dark winter’s night!
CHARLOTTE LADE
Couch to 5k Organiser
With their superb support, I have had some great adventures and have gone on to run for fun (social Sundays are my fave)! I’ve also completed two half marathons and (my first and last) marathon! But it’s definitely not how far you go, it’s about the fun you have with those you run with!
Martin Bulger
Honorary Club Captain
Jo Robinson
Newsletter Editor and Social Committee
What being a Strider means to me…
“I joined Seaford Striders in 2022 after completing Couch to 5K, which I found really challenging. Wanting to keep meeting up with the fantastic Striders who had encouraged me, I signed up and the rest is history. Since then, I’ve completed four half marathons, which I would have never thought possible and now am proudly part of the Social Committee and the Newsletter Editor.”
“I love the friendships, fun and training I get from the club during tracks nights and our Wednesday night social runs. The supportive and inclusive atmosphere created by this amazing group of people makes Seaford Striders truly special!”
Emily Danvers
Junior Coach and Club Welfare Officer
I joined Seaford Striders when I first moved to Seaford. I hadn’t been running in a focused way for very long and I wanted to learn more about it, and meet people in the area. It has been such an amazing community to be part of and I’ve made lifelong friendships. Being on the committee is a way to give something back to this amazing club.
I am the Club’s Junior Coach and I am passionate about supporting our young athletes to improve their movement skills whilst having fun. I am also Welfare Officer and ensure the safeguarding of our Juniors and the wider well-being of our Senior members.
Josh Nisbett
Cross Country Rep
What being a Strider means to me…
“Being a Strider for me allows me to meet likeminded people from other walks of life I wouldn’t normally get to meet. It’s also brings massive support when racing, with every Strider around the courses cheering each other on. “
Kay Crush
Club Secretary
What being a Strider means to me…
“Striders is so much more than a running group it is a real community. Everyone is so welcoming and encouraging. I will never be one of the fastest runners but I really enjoy the Wednesday night running group and the support from fellow Striders at events is amazing”
AMANDA FEAST
Women's Captain
What being a Strider means to me…
Before I joined Striders running was a good way to keep fit, and I enjoyed racing every now and then, but as I trained for my first marathon block over winter the solo long runs started to feel well… VERY long!
Since joining Striders I’ve seen what a wonderful running community we have in the club. There is no shortage of support, encouragement, and friendly competition to get us trying our best in both training and races. I particularly love Monday track nights where we get to test our speed and build endurance in a very friendly and supportive atmosphere.
KATHRYN WARREN
Women's Vice Captain
This photo was taken after I completed the 50k South Downs Uk Ultra, a huge achievement that was only made possible by the support and encouragement from the Seaford Striders. I’ve run since 2007 on and off having completed a few half marathons and the Flora London Marathon back in 2009 but since I joined the club in April 2022 my running journey has gone from strength to strength accomplishing so much that I didn’t think I was even capable of!
The club is a huge part of my life, running with like-minded people come rain or shine, being part of the social events as well as marshalling races with them by my side. Such an amazing and inspiring bunch, I am really proud to be a Seaford Strider!
Ray Smith
Social Committee/Joint Newsletter Editor
I first started running for Seaford Striders a long time ago back in 1987 and have been running on and off for the club ever since.
Supremely competitive apparently, love to pass but hate to be passed, love racing not so keen on the running. I do sometimes wonder when it will end. Co newsletter editor, I keep a record of race results and club records and help organise social events.
Graham Jones
Deputy Mince Pie Director/Social Committee
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Kat Chamberlain
Social Committee
I have run for over 15 years but I am a relative newcomer to Striders having joined in 2023!
KAREN FEAST
Assistant Treasurer
What being a Strider means to me…
Anneka Redley-Cook
COACH/Track CO-ORDINATOR
What being a Strider means to me…
Nick Farley
Mince Pie Director
What being a Strider means to me…
“I always saw the striders at races and stomping around Seaford, thinking I would love to be a part of that, however always felt that it would be too professional for the likes of me. How wrong was I!! Ive never looked back and have never felt more welcomed and as comfortable as I do when I’m with the team. Always friendly and fun with so much comradery, I love it!
Ralph Jennings
Club Treasurer
What being a Strider means to me…
“Being a Seaford Strider has meant gaining new friends for life, sharing my passion for running, being inspired by so many people of different backgrounds and abilities, and being completely re-motivated with my running and ‘racing’ again. I have competed in most distances ranging from 400 metres on the track, up to 100k+ ultra-marathons, and including the Ironman Triathlon. Trail running is my ‘real love’, but I also enjoy running on the roads and the track as well. Seaford Striders gives me the opportunity to enjoy all of this with my running! “
GARETH HUTCHINSON
Men's Vice Captain
It means meeting up once or twice a week with other people to go for a run on the downs, on the track or through the streets of Seaford. It’s also good fun to go to races and compete with runners from other clubs. It’s even more fun to go to those same races and trying to run faster than your fellow Striders!
JEFF YOUNG
MEN'S CAPTAIN
I know a lot of people may struggle to look up to me, but don’t worry I’m very down to earth. I’m also very approachable, so if you ever have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask and I’ll apologise in advance if I’m a little short with you. And if you have trouble finding me, I’m the one at the front when the Striders race day photo is being taken, grinning manically, although I’m not Happy, I’m more like Dopey.
I do love Seaford Striders and without exception everyone is so warm and friendly and I have so many great memories from my time with the club and have had so many laughs with everyone (usually at my expense) Although it’s easy to make fun of short people as most jokes go over their heads
LAUREN STALLARD
SOCIAL MEDIA
Striders is a wonderful community full of supportive individuals. There’s no way I could’ve completed my first Marathon without my cheerleaders! Everyone is so encouraging, no matter your ability or pace. I love running events with fellow striders or finishing a race, knowing I’ll have a fan group at the end.
Jeanette Wells
LIRF CO-ORDINATOR/Social Committee
This picture sums up what Seaford Striders means to me. I love every opportunity I get to run and socialise with the most amazing people – especially in fancy dress!
After running on my own during lockdown , joining the club was the best decision I have ever made. ‘
JULIE TAYLOR
SPECIAL EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR
Time for me…
I’ve always enjoyed keep fit classes/gym, but with the limited spare time I had bringing up my son, it wasn’t always convenient. So I decided to take up running to fit in with us as a family.
Initially, I ran on my own for a couple of years. But then decided to join Striders – very scary as I wasn’t sure what to expect but I was greeted very warmly by the ex-Chairman and founder of Striders.
From that day on, Striders has given me the confidence and support to go further than just running. I’ve made some incredible friends that I’m so proud of and lucky enough to meet and run with every week.
I’m also a junior leader, which is the most uplifting and rewarding time spent. Their energy and enthusiasm is simply the best.
"The obsession with running is really an obsession with the potential for more and more life."
GEORGE SHEEHAN, M.D.
AUTHOR OF GOING THE DISTANCE