THE RACE WALKING ASSOCIATION

Feature of the Month for February, 2008
(Extended for another month, in case you hadn't noticed it!)

The 200 Club

In 1974, the R.W.A.,  faced, as usual, with a shortage of funds, introduced the 200 Club. This was a monthly draw to which members could subscribe at the cost of £1 per share (which is still the rate), part of the income being returned in prizes and part being retained by the Association in its central coffers (well, to be more honest, purse would be a better word for the receptacle in which the R.W.A. keeps its spare money) and used from time to time for various purposes.

No-one has ever retired on the basis of his winnings from the 200 Club, but there is always the interest of  finishing ahead of the game (which most of us don't do when actually racing) and the Association does benefit.

The new Organiser of the Club, Catharine Telling, has various ideas for the Club's improvement and growth and is offering a BOGOF (Buy One, Get One Free) offer and a discount for those who pay by standing order. For more information, see the new 200 Club Page and get gambling! Remember; the more members, the better the prizes.


See previous months' Features