Queen Mary Running & Athletics Club (QMRAC for short) is a friendly and welcoming club for anyone who is interested in running, cross-country or track & field. We welcome athletes of all abilities! Whether you are a seasoned runner or have never set foot on a running track we would love to have you as a part of our team. In 2025 we had over 65 members ranging from beginners to top 30 BUCS XC finishers.
We offer weekly coached track training sessions, and our members will have the opportunity to represent Queen Mary at various events throughout the year, from indoor and outdoor athletics to x-country and road relays. We primarily compete in events held by LUCA and BUCS. If competing is not your thing we would love to have you come along to our training and social activities!
Membership
Annual Full Membership (Training, Competition, Race Kit, Socials):
- Access to 2 weekly coached training sessions and training advice
- QMRAC Race Singlet
- Entry to all club-related competitions (LUCA, BUCS, HPR)
- Social events and access to custom QMRAC stash
Semester Full Membership (Full Membership for 1 Semester):
- All benefits of Full Membership (Incl. Race Singlet & Coaching)
- Entry for all club-related competitions (LUCA, BUCS, HPR)
- For one semester only - Not valid for the entire year!
Annual Social Membership (Social Runs, Social Events, Stash Access):
- Access to all committee led runs and our Annual Merger Cup race against Barts
- QMSU & QMRAC Social Events Access (Session, Hail Mary, Tenpin Bowling, Christmas Meal, Cinema Trips, etc)
- Access to custom QMRAC stash
Social Membership Upgrade (Social to Full)
- For if you change your mind and want a Full Training membership ;)
Training
Each session will cater to new runners as well as those who may be more advanced, ensuring that everyone feels welcome.
Tuesday – Short/Middle/Long distance training (16:30-17:30)
Wednesday - 15:00-16:00pm 5k or 3K Run Club
Thursday – Short/Middle/Long distance training (16:30-17:30)
Saturday- 9:00am to 10:30am 10k Run Club or parkrun at Mile End Park
It is completely up to you which sessions you would like to attend, but if you would like to attend the coached sessions (Tuesday and Thursday) you must purchase our full membership.
Get Involved
- Follow the club Instagram account: @qmrac If you are not on social media, please email us so we can add you to our Whatsapp group to ensure you receive the most updated news from us!
- Join our WhatsApp group (link in instagram bio)
- Attend a session - We will be holding a number of taster sessions which are free to attend in the first week.
- Purchase your subs - at the Hub (Mile End), BLSA reception (Whitechapel) or online.
Contact Details
All enquiries please feel free to contact: queenmaryrac@gmail.com or @qmrac on instagram
2026/2027 Committee
President: Luke Franklin - l.a.franklin@se24.qmul.ac.uk
Vice President & Competition Captain: Kai Owen
Treasurer: Orson Baugniet
Social Secretary: Kristian Perry
Social Media Officer: Amina Maidan
Welfare Officer: Daniel Egwu
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