Our mission is for the Whippets Running Project to be New Zealand’s most successful adult running club.
The Whippets Running Project aims to connect like-minded, social & competitive runners to help them achieve their running goals, whether they are competing in road, track, trail, or cross-country events.
The Whippets are based in both Auckland and Christchurch and have thriving and diverse membership in both cities. We also have amazing Whippets around the country and around the world!
Learn more about Whippets membership on our Membership page!
Our Members
The Whippets aim to be a safe and inclusive environment for all runners to thrive in. We have a mix of abilities from those that are elite national runners to those who are just getting fit for their first half.
The Whippets are based in Auckland and Christchurch. We also have members in Wanaka, Cambridge, Hawkes Bay, and Nelson. We have a few international Whippets in Australia, Sweeden, and the USA.
No matter where you are in the country (or the world) you are welcome at the Whippets.
Our Team (The committee)
Dan Donegan – President
Kelly Parlane - Secretary & Sponsorship
Mick Keating – Treasurer
Michael Dawson – Marketing & Brand
Kathleen Munson – Group Runs & Non-Centre Events
Annabelle Bramwell - Non-Centre Events & Fireball Enthusiast
Logan Griffin – Apparel and Cyclist Converter
David Lee – Team Captain
Will Little - Auckland Liaison
Laura Wood - Canterbury Liaison & Legal
Gabi Newman - GenZ Liaison
Our committee can be contacted via email - info@whippetsrunning.com
Gender Mix
The Whippets Running project is a not-for-profit incorporated society.
We are affiliated with Athletics New Zealand, Athletics Canterbury, and Athletics Auckland, allowing all club members to compete in these organisations’ sanctioned events.