Ealing Eagles Running Club - Survey May 2020

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Summary of comments

1          It’s good value

  • lots of comparisons to cost of a gym membership, trip to the cinema, night out etc

  • financial value - money off races (£2/race), summer league & XC (£3.80/race) and discount in running shops

  • should there be a membership card?

2      The club is supportive and inclusive

  • a supportive environment helps mental health and very sociable

  • here is something for everybody regardless of age and ability

  • opportunity to make new friends 

3      Importance of coaching and groups sessions

  • There is training most days of the week, races throughout the year, socials, beginners programmes & special one-off training events & more ...

  • The Beginners’ programme plus all the other activities that the Eagles offer.

  • Free training plans and advice

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 Summary of comments:

  • Interest in all facilities but some concern at additional cost on top of the membership

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Summary of Comments

  • Amount members would be willing to Pay would depend on the mix of facilities – value proposition

  • Suggestions that facilities should be charged separately if not free

  • Location of any facilities is key – needs to be central

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Summary of comments

  • Widespread support for the Juniors section whether members have kids or not

  • Importance for club members and wider community and sport benefit

  • Juniors and their achievements should be given a higher profile in the Club

  • Retention and Transition from juniors to senior part of the club needs to be encouraged  

  • Juniors need proper facilities to develop a strong junior section

 

Summary of other comments

Charities

  • Keen to change charities we support every few years, ideally focus on local charities

Club funds and activities

  • Ongoing and repeated communication of club activities, coaching and spend is helpful