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Are you ready to ignite your running potential and join a community of supportive and inclusive runners?
Want to join one of Ireland's largest and most successful running clubs? Look no further than Crusaders AC!

Located in the heart of Dublin, we welcome runners of all ages and abilities to our thriving community. From beginners and recreational runners to elite athletes, we have a place for you. New members of all abilities are always welcome at Crusaders!

Whether you're just starting out on your running journey or you're an experienced runner looking to reach new heights, we have something for everyone. With group runs, training plans, and special events, we'll help you achieve your running goals. And with experienced coaches by your side providing guidance and support, you'll have all the tools you need to succeed.
As A member you'll have access to all of our amazing facilities, including the outdoor track, gym (during club training hours), clubhouse, and 40m indoor running track.
But it's not just about the facilities – at Crusaders, we're a friendly and sociable group of runners who love to get together and have fun. We regularly host running and social events, so it's easy to meet new people and make new friends.
And we know that having a team to cheer you on and hold you accountable can make all the difference on race day.

So, join us today and start your running journey with a supportive and motivated team by your side.
Join now and let's get moving!
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Terms and conditions apply. The club committee reserves the right to reject membership applications.
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Pricing

Adult Crusaders club subscriptions cover 12 months from the date of payment. This gives you full membership of Crusaders AC and access to all our activities for 12 months.
If you also wish to be registered with Athletics Ireland, this is available from this Membership page and costs an additional € 20 per calendar year.
Our current subscriptions for 2023 (inclusive of service fees) are as follows:

​Adults: €130
Juveniles (under 18): €125 (includes AI registration)
Students (full-time): €105
Unwaged: €105
(see Price Chart below for more info)

Non Subscription - Couch to 3K: €35

Juvenile Membership runs from December to December and the rate is reduced each month up to November where you will be given a membership up until December the following year.

Household Discounts
When purchasing 3 or more memberships from the same household.
There is a discount applied to the order as follows -
  • 1st two members- full price
  • 3rd member 50% Discount
  • 4th member 75 % Discount
  • 5th and subsequent Member 90% Discount
Multiple memberships must be purchased at the same time for discounts to be applied.

Athletic Ireland Registration is available as an optional extra for €20 please see information below for more details, terms apply.

Adult Trial period - Refund Request

To attend training sessions at Crusaders Athletics Club, you must pay the annual subscription. For those Seniors joining the club, paying the € 130 fee, please note that if you change your mind about joining the club then you have 14 days to submit a request for a refund from when you purchased the membership.

You can request a refund by emailing:
crusadersathleticsclub@gmail.com

If received within 14 days of payment a refund will be made less € 20 which represents the cost of insurance and attendance at training.
Requests made after 14 days will not be considered.
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 Athletics Ireland Registration (Optional)

This registration allows you to compete in Athletic Ireland National events and may allow you to avail of a € 2 discount from certain other races.
This membership of Athletics Ireland is only valid
for this calendar year. - Athletics Ireland membership needs to be renewed in January each year regardless of when it was originally purchased. To purchase an Athletics Ireland membership, you must be a current member of the club.

Purchase of an Athletics Ireland membership is available from the Membership page of our club system under our membership options - HERE
Juvenile Membership includes AI registration.
Once you have purchased the membership, you will normally be registered with Athletics Ireland within 14 days. If you have not been registered after this time, or if you need to be registered before the 14 days is up, please contact admin@crusadersac.ie

Price Chart

Adult / Senior
Juvenile / Under 18 years
Student
Unwaged
Juvenile
2 week Trial
Couch to 3K
130
125
110
110
10
35
per person
per Child
per person
per person
per person
per person
Outdoor Track
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Outdoor Track
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Outdoor Track
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Outdoor Track
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Outdoor Track
✔
Outdoor Track
✔
Indoor Track
✔
Indoor Track
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Indoor Track
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Indoor Track
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Indoor Track
✔
Indoor Track
✔
Performance Center Access
✔
Performance Center Access
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Performance Center Access
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Performance Center Access
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Performance Center Access
X
Performance Center Access
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Includes
Athletics Ireland
Registration
X
Includes
Athletics Ireland
Registration
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Includes
Athletics Ireland
Registration
X
Includes
Athletics Ireland
Registration
X
Includes
Athletics Ireland
Registration
X
Includes
Athletics Ireland
Registration
X

training times

Crusaders offers several weekly coached group training sessions that are tailored to all levels. 

Full details of the protocol for training are available here. Crusaders AC is a club run by dedicated volunteers and is a not for profit organisation. All of our coaches are qualified by Athletics Ireland.
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​​Adult Training
  • Tuesdays: 6.30pm (Irishtown Stadium)
  • Saturdays: 10am (Phoenix Park)
  • Thursdays: Social Run - 6.30pm (Meet outside Irishtown Stadium) or Sean Moore park interval session (meet at Sean Moore park)
  • Couch To 3K - Thursdays - 6.45pm (on the Track at Irishtown Stadium)

​Juvenile Training
The juvenile section has a limited membership capacity. From time to time we have a waiting list for certain age groups.  Please e-mail jnrcru@gmail.com to check the current position before joining.  More details can be found on the juvenile website www.jnrcru.org.

​The juvenile section training times are as follows:
  • Tuesdays: 7.30pm - 9pm
  • Thursdays: 6pm - 8pm
  • Saturdays: 9.15am - 11.55am