We’re an established multi-sports club with a range of interests, welcoming runners, cyclists, swimmers, and hikers of all abilities. Whether you’re just starting out or an experienced athlete, there’s a place for you here.
Reflection and Resolutions
The start of a new year is a natural time to reflect and consider new goals. With the right support, intentions are far more likely to become lasting habits. We hope to inspire you with experiences of four members of Paphos Running Club, why they joined, and what they have gained from being part of the club.
“I started running to meet new people”
Ben Green joined in 2021 after moving to Cyprus as a professional piano player. Although always active, he had never run before and initially joined to meet new people. Through regular club training and events, running soon became an important and enjoyable part of his routine.
Ben has made impressive progress, cutting five minutes off his Paphos Path Run time, from 27 to 22 minutes. He regularly attends Tuesday training sessions and represents the club at local races. Recognising his progress, he received the Most Improved Male Athlete award in 2024. His current goal is to achieve an 80% (national standard) age grade in 2026.
Ben is encouraging: “Just do it. The club was unbelievably welcoming when I joined.”
“I wanted to push myself outside my comfort zone”
Vanessa Morton joined in 2023 through a Couch to 5K running programme. Approaching her 50th birthday, she was keen to challenge herself and began swimming with the club. As her skills and confidence grew, swimming became her focus.
She went on to enter the Cyprus Swim Series and recently completed a ten-week challenge to swim the equivalent distance of the English Channel, covering 44 miles and raising £1,500 for Aspire, a spinal cord injury charity. This year Vanessa is combining her skills in yoga and love of swimming by delivering yoga sessions on international swimming holidays.
Vanessa is supportive: “Give it a try, do your best, and trust that your best is enough.”
“PRC is more than a running club”
Emma and Gareth Lewis joined in 2024 after moving to the island. Having previously noticed the club’s distinctive yellow vests, they were pleased to discover that PRC offers walking, cycling and swimming in addition to running.
As keen cyclists and walkers, they value the flexibility of taking part in multiple activities within one club. Emma says the club has helped them meet like-minded people, explore new areas of the island, and develop new interests through friendships formed at PRC.
Emma and Gareth are positive: “You have nothing to lose. The club is friendly, welcoming, and offers something for everyone.”
While each member’s story is different, they all show that it is never too late to start something new, to improve fitness and confidence, and to discover new interests and friendships.
Interested? Don’t hesitate to contact us
CONTACTS:
Website: www.paphosrunningclub.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/paphosrunningclub
Instagram: www.instagram.com/paphos_running_club
Phone: Sue Cordrey +357 9763 8375