Unsanctioned Athletics

About Unsanctioned Athletics

Fast. Frenetic. Far from average. Unsanctioned Athletics celebrates the chaos in every runner. For those who want to compete at their highest level, making unforgettable moments. Starting life in the rebel city of Nottingham, Unsanctioned Athletics brings a disruptive energy to running events across Europe.

Our three UA founders, Luke, George and Gareth ripped up the rulebook of how racing is experienced - welcoming chaos into one-of-a-kind races. We don't always know where we’ll end up, but we pursue the win anyway. Right from the start, UA’s original desire to take running in a new direction has never wavered. We're real runners who are serious about making running race events less serious. UA events bring the vibes and high-energy with people who are the pulse of running culture today. Friendly, yet frenetic. Relatable and rewarding. Genuinely something different for everyone. We understand your audience and culture because we are them. The UA community live and breathe running and socialising in person, they don't live anonymously. They share our unique experiences in social calendars. We plan for every small detail to create an even bigger spectacle. With this meticulous organisation, the right kind of chaos can ensue come race day. It means people leave exhilarated by their experiences, not exhausted by them. This is racing, redefined. We are Unsanctioned Athletics.