Testimonials

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 Hello, my names Nick and I first joined Drighlington Dynamos in 2021 with my wife where we were part of the Couch to 5k program. Unfortunately nearing the end of the program I got injured meaning I had to drop out and later finish it independently however, running solo didn’t quite have the same desired enjoyment and I quickly stopped running altogether.  Fortunately for me my wife stuck at it and would often tell me of the enjoyment and encouragement she was getting from the club and so in August 2022 I took the plunge and decided to re-join the Dynamos. The run leaders were delighted to see me back and really encouraged me to stick at it. Fast forward to Feb 2023 and I’ve now completed a number of official runs such as Leeds Abbey Dash, Bradford 10k & Dewsbury 10k as well as recently stepping up to the clubs group 2.

The clubs run leaders are absolutely brilliant motivators and running collectively with a group of likeminded people really helps you to push yourself. I’ve made some great friends from within the club and I have no doubt that my progress would be no where it is now with my running if I hadn’t have joined the Dynamos!  If you are thinking of joining the club just give it a go, you won’t look back

Hi all, I joined DDRC on the first evening it met, in June 2021. Initially I went on a couple of walks but found myself looking longingly at all the people running and how happy they looked and thought ‘I wouldn’t mind giving running a try’! The C25K was announced so I put my name down, feeling nervous but excited about a new challenge. I hadn’t run since school but the welcoming support of our run leader and the lovely friends I met whilst doing the C25K was all I needed, and I found a newfound ‘love’ for running! I graduated in June 2022 so to keep motivated I signed up for Morley 10k in October. This was a huge challenge but one of the best days ever, the whole club was out supporting one another, and the atmosphere was incredible.  Abbey Dash followed soon after Morley and was another amazing day. As newbies, the run leaders ran with us on these runs which says a lot about them and how much they care. Dewsbury 10k in February 2023 was the next challenge which kept me motivated over the Christmas period and the cold nights in January! Dewsbury was fantastic and I knocked 8 minutes off my Abbey Dash time which is testament to the training and the challenges the run leaders provide to keep us improving. If you are thinking about joining a running club I cannot recommend DDRC enough, it is friendly, caring, and has its members at its heart, as well as being incredibly supportive of the local community. Everyone starts somewhere and no one is left behind – an added bonus is that Dynamos certainly know how to party!
Thanks for reading x

I joined DDRC when the club first started in June 2021. I never thought I would be a runner or part of a running club. Prior to the club being set up, me and my friend Sarah (who is also part of the club), would go running twice a week. Our definition of running was to run a bit, stop at the bottom of a hill and a lot of walking!

We then heard that a running club was being set up and decided to join.  All I can say is, this was the best decision I’ve ever made. We turned up to the first night, there were a lot more people there than I expected and we went into 4 groups, 1 being the easier group and 4 the harder group.    

I started off in group 1, over time I have improved and I now run in group 3. This, is all thanks to the encouragement of the run leaders, making me believe in myself.

I am the fittest I’ve ever been, I never thought I would be able to run 10km, but I do this twice a week and last year completed the Dewsbury and Leeds 10km races.

Joining the club isn’t all about running and your physical health, it’s good for your mental health too. 

DDRC is a very social club, we have many get togethers throughout the year, including award nights. All the members are so friendly and easy to get on with, I’ve made so many new friends. 

I was really pleased when I received my 100th run badge at the end of last year. I was the first female to receive this and the second in the club. These little things are another reason why DDRC, is the best club.

If you’re thinking about joining DDRC do it! You won’t regret it. It doesn’t matter how fast, slow, big or small you are, or if you’re experienced or a beginner, you’ll be made welcome. They also run a C25K group twice a year and there is also a walking group, which is growing week on week.

I truly love being part of this club and the friendships I’ve made. This is down to the run leaders, the committee and the members. I’m so glad I gave it a go. 

 I have been a member of the Drighlington dynamos since it started and I have just completed my 100th run with the club. I moved to Drighlington in November 2019 and then lockdown struck. I didn't know anyone in Drig before moving here and obviously lockdown  didn't help that. Once lockdown was lifted I saw a post on Facebook about a new running club that was starting. I have been running for a number of years before moving here and thought this would be great way to meet fellow runners from the area. I had never run with a club or even more than 1 other person before so was a bit apprehensive at first. I wasn't sure if I was going to be able to keep up or feel isolated being new to the village. It took a few weeks to get to know people and feel comfortable but I am so glad I took the step to join up. I have met some great people in the club and its not always about running too (some visits to a pub are planned away from running).

The club is full of all abilities at running/walking level and you never feel like your slowing people down or anything. It's a great bunch of people who make everyone feel welcome.