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If you enjoy running or jogging, you'll enjoy the Atlanta Track Club!   Here's what you receive as an ATC member: • Free entry into most ATC races (see complete list below)  All ATC races are open to everyone. Entry is free for members; $5 for non-members. Most of our races are low-key, no T-shirt events; registration is on race-day only and begins approximately one hour before the start of the race.   Awards are usually given in the following age categories: Male and Female Overall open and masters,  Male & Female 14 and under through 75+. (Note: Children under 16 are not permitted in ATC races of over 15 miles. Children under 12 should be encouraged to run in races 5 miles or less). Join or renew online:   Sign Me Up Sports Or renew by mail:   Renewal form     Looking for the perfect gift? Give an ATC membership!       Membership Categories: Individual - $35 • Free entry to most ATC races • One monthly issue of Wingfoot magazine • One (1) vote for annual selection of Board of      Directors Dual - $50 Open to any two (2) people at same address • Free entry for each person to most ATC races • One monthly issue of Wingfoot magazine • Two (2) votes for annual selection of Board of     Directors   Family - $60 Open to one or more adults and unlimited dependents under age 21 living at the same address • Free entry to most ATC races for up to two   adults and children under 21 • One monthly issue of Wingfoot magazine • Two (2) votes for annual selection of Board of   Directors   • Subscription to our award-winning magazine, Wingfoot. Wingfoot is the best print source for metro-area running news, feature stories, calendars, race results, and photos highlighting club members and activities. Wingfoot was voted Outstanding Large Club Newsletter by the RRCA in 1991, and in 2005 was selected as Best Custom Publishing Magazine by the Magazine Association of the Southeast.   • Find coaching assistance with the ATC Volunteer Coaching Program The ATC Volunteer Coaching Program matches volunteer coaches with ATC members based on geographic location and running goals and experience. Click here for information and registration form.   • Challenge yourself in the ATC Grand Prix Series The ATC Grand Prix series begins with the Singleton Stone Mountain 5M & 10M in September. Runners collect points for races completed; standings are automatically tracked and published regularly in the Wingfoot and on the ATC website. Members in the final standings are recognized at the annual Club banquet.   • Compete with the ATC teams Members interested in local, regional, and national competition are invited to join one of the ATC's competitive teams: Women's Open and Masters, Men's Open (under age 40), Men's Masters, and the Men's and Women's Open Track and Field Team (age 20 and up). For qualifying standards and contact information, click here.   • Receive discounts at area running stores Show your Wingfoot mailing label for a discount at many area running stores. For a store listing, click here.   • Vote for candidates nominated for the ATC Board of Directors ATC members are eligible to participate in the selection of the ATC Board of Directors and receive discounted admission to the annual Awards banquet and Board member elections, held in September.   • Support the sport of running in Georgia A portion of each membership fee helps to support the ATC's programs that promote running in Atlanta and throughout Georgia. Our Kilometer Kids program brings running and fitness to members of area Boys & Girls Clubs. The ATC also honors the state's best high school cross-country and track athletes and coaches, naming the All-Metro team at the close of each season. Through the ATC Foundation, the Club provides financial support to numerous independent area youth running programs, contributing to the sport's next generation.   The Club also works with the Piedmont Park Conservancy on beautification and maintenance projects in Piedmont Park. Previous projects include installation and maintenance of drinking fountains, the iron gates at the 12th and 14th Street entrances, and installation of the Active Oval running/walking path.   • Membership Cards Effective July 1, 2007, the ATC will no longer be utilizing membership cards. Printed membership rosters will be available at all ATC events to verify membership. A Wingfoot mailing label or copy of the ATC member handbook may be used as proof of membership if requested for the purpose of discounts at area running stores.   Questions? Click here for FAQ's (frequently asked questions) about ATC membership.   Membership in the Atlanta Track Club does not guarantee entry into, or preferential seeding in, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race.