COMMITTEE

The committee are here to ensure the club delivers the right training and support for its members. It also exists to ensure the club continues to develop, and to ensure that it meets the needs of members of all abilities.

As the club continues to grow, the array of tasks also grows, so if you would like to assist, especially in leading training runs or rides then please let us know. Your help is appreciated.

Should you have any suggestions or ideas that you feel may benefit the club, please do let us know by emailing chair@calnesmartt.co.uk. Should you wish to contact any committee members about their area of responsibility, the individual email addresses are shown below:

Brian Spiers - Club Chairman

Brian took over as our Club Chaiman in March 2020. He took up running in 2009 and has competed in numerous 10Ks, half-marathons, marathons and a handful of ultra marathons. In 2016 Brian cycled from John O'Groats to Lands End. Two year later he cycled from Lands End to John O'Groats.

Sonja Ockwell - Club Treasurer

Sonja has been with the club for 6 years, after completing a C25K. Running has now become part of her life. It's how she unwinds at the end of the day. She has also found a passion for swimming and cycling and has recently completed a few triathlons. Her next challenge is Ride London which will be her longest event to date.

Catherine Cole - Club Secretary

Catherine is now on her second stint as club secretary, having been re-appointed in March 2023. She has always been 'sporty' but only took up running in 2009 and more recently triathlons. She has completed 4 marathons (including London twice) but prefers the shorter distances. She can generally be spotted at the Chippenham parkrun on a Saturday morning.

Helen Waran - Club Social Secretary

Helen is our longest serving committee member. She organises all of Calne Smartt's social events from the training weekend to the Christmas party. She is also race director for the Smartt Smasher.

Helen is a keen multi sports competitor and open water swimmer.

Jane Board - Club Development

Jane joined the club after completion of the 2016 Beginners Course. She says "although I am not speedy, I have got the running bug and completed my first half marathon in 2019.

As Club Development Officer I aim to promote the club and our events within the local community and on social media. I am also responsible for the club kit to ensure we look our best when representing the club and attending local events."

Richard Smith - Club race co-ordinator

Richard graduated from our beginners group in 2017. He enjoys all types of running and has started to train for triathlons. As Club race co-ordinator Richard is responsible for putting together the seasons schedule for our multi-sport and road races as well as publishing the results on our social media pages.