About Us

Founded in 1983, Sydney Frontrunners has proudly built a legacy as one of Australia’s longest-running inclusive walking and running clubs. What began as a small group seeking safe, inclusive connection through sport has become a vibrant community of runners, walkers and allies united by pride, movement and mutual support. 

Our mission is to foster an inclusive, welcoming space where people of all identities and fitness levels can come together - whether to pursue personal goals, stay active or simply enjoy community. We believe movement is more than exercise, it’s a pathway to connection, visibility and empowerment. 

Through regular weekly runs, social events and community engagement, we promote well-being, friendship and belonging.We continue to represent Sydney with strength, inclusivity and authenticity - celebrating who we are and how far we’ve come, one step at a time.

We are affiliated with International Frontrunners, and we welcome visitors from clubs around the world particularly during the Mardi Gras season.

Our club is inclusive and will suit anyone of any age or gender identity. Let us know your ability and we'll do our best to match you with similar runners. You can run with the club a few times before considering becoming a financial member of Sydney Frontrunners.

Sydney Frontrunners are proud to have the following Honorary Lifetime Members:

• Dennis Johnson (awarded 2014)
• Jim Box (awarded 2016)
• Vicki Jeffreys (awarded 2017)
• Wayne Morgan (awarded 2024)

The Front Runner - a part of history

The first FrontRunners club was formed in San Francisco in January, 1974. It started as an "introduction to jogging" group listed in the bimonthly publication of "Lavender U", which was organized to serve the gay and lesbian community.

 In 1978, Lavender U ceased to exist and the leaders held a series of reorganization meetings that resulted in the group renaming itself "FrontRunners."

The new name was inspired by Patricia Nell Warren's 1974 novel The Front Runner, about a gay track coach and a gay runner.

The International Front Runners was created in 1999 and became a more formal body by drafting and adopting a mission statement and constitution at the Front Runners International Front Runner Forum.

There are now over 100 Frontrunner clubs worldwide.

Source: Wikipedia