Stuart Dowden Coach

08/09/2026

06/09/2026

Biathle, Triathle, Laser Run training and time trial day Sunday 4 October at Leweston School. All standards welcome from novice to experienced athletes, laser pistols available for those that do not have their own. To book a place or more information Email Mick Flaherty [email protected]

06/09/2026

We are looking forward to getting back to coaching our junior athletes after the summer break.
Here is a little about our philosophy from our coach Al Thorner.

‘Why this philosophy matters to me

As both a coach and a father, I’ve been lucky enough to see first-hand just how important those early years in athletics can be.

My own children began their journeys through Wells City Harriers. At the time, none of us could have known exactly where the sport might eventually take them. What mattered was that they were given the opportunity to run, jump, throw, learn, compete, make friends and most importantly, develop a belief in what they were capable of.

Years later, having watched them progress into elite sport, it has reinforced something I believe very strongly as a coach - we should never put a ceiling on a young athlete’s potential.

Not every child who comes through our junior group will want to become an elite athlete — and they don’t need to. Success can mean so many different things. It might be representing their school, joining their first cross-country team, improving a personal best, gaining confidence, or simply discovering a lifelong love of being active.

But equally, somewhere amongst the children turning up to training on a Monday evening will be a future national champion, international athlete or even an Olympian. We simply don’t know yet.

That’s why our job is to give every young athlete the foundations - strength, speed, endurance, balance and coordination, while creating an environment where ability isn’t predetermined and ambition isn’t limited.

As a parent, I know how powerful it is when somebody believes in your child.

As a coach, I want every child who comes through Wells City Harriers to feel that same belief.

Every child has potential. Our job is to help them discover how far it can take them.

— Al Thorner
Coach & Parent, Wells City Harriers’

29/08/2026

29/08/2026

🔫🏃 LASER RUN TRAINING IS BACK!

Our Tuesday evening Laser Run sessions return this September at Millfield School, Street.

A great opportunity to work on shooting accuracy, speed, running fitness and race skills in a fun, friendly training environment.

📅 Tuesdays: 8, 15, 22 & 29 September and 6 & 13 October
⏰ 6.30–7.30pm
💷 Just £2.50 per session for Wells City Harriers members
📍 Millfield Running Track, Street

Whether you’re looking to improve your Laser Run or fancy giving it a go, come along and get involved!

📧 [email protected] for more information.

🔴⚪🔵 RUN • SHOOT • REPEAT


Wells City Harriers

26/08/2026

Mick Flaherty’s last Beach Biathle training of the season at Weymouth this Sunday 30th August 11am meet at Greenhill Gardens at 1045.
Sea swim, run, transition training.
Suitable for beginners as well as those wishing to get more sea swimming experience.
Don’t forget your tri shoes and tri suit (or suitable equivalents).
Email: [email protected]

24/08/2026

📍 Liverpool, we’re coming!

The UIPM Global Laser Run City Tour arrives at Pier Head, Liverpool on 20–21 September 2026.

20 Sept: Pentathlon GB Members Laser Run competition – the final major domestic race before the UIPM World Laser Run Championships.

21 Sept: Schools & Youth Participation Day, introducing young people to Laser Run.

Whether you’re racing, cheering from the sidelines, or discovering Laser Run for the first time, this is one event you won’t want to miss.

🔗 Find out more and enter via the link in