Group of six people standing on a small wooden deck in front of Nanaimo's historic Bastion building, clear blue sky in background.

About Bastion Run Club

Our mission is simple: bring people together through running.

Founded in 1981, Bastion Run Club is Nanaimo's oldest non-profit running club. We are a volunteer-run organization offering road runs, trail runs, track workouts and social events throughout the year. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, you'll find support, encouragement and great company.

Giving Back

Supporting our community is an important part of who we are.

Each year we help local athletes, contribute to community projects and award scholarships to graduating student runners. We believe running can have a positive impact both on and off the road.

Become a member

Our Board of Directors

  • A man running outdoors in a race, wearing a red and black sleeveless top, black shorts, and running shoes, with a race bib numbered 259, on a trail surrounded by grass and bushes.

    Jonathan Behnke

    President

  • A man with a race bib number 403 crossing the finish line in a race, wearing a black cap, reflective sunglasses, and a red and black running outfit. There are spectators and other runners in the background.

    Edwin Johnston

    Vice-president

  • A woman running in a race, wearing a red and black sports top with 'bastion run club' logo, race bib number 25, and wireless earbuds, smiling as she runs outdoors.

    Jessica Ainsworth

    Treasurer, Member Registrar

  • A woman running in a race, wearing a black and red athletic outfit with a bib number 253, on a rural road with a background of trees and other runners.

    Holly Pirozzini

    Secretary

  • A man running outdoors during a race, wearing a red sleeveless shirt, orange shorts, and blue running shoes, with a race bib numbered 163 and sunglasses, smiling with trees and clear sky in the background.

    Trent Horwood

    Director at Large (Race Director)

  • A man running through a shallow water crossing during a trail race, wearing a red and black running outfit, bib number 321, a blue headband, a hydration pack, and a smartwatch.

    Shawn Petraschuk

    Director at Large (Communications)

  • A woman running outdoors wearing a purple tank top, patterned shorts, and pink running shoes, with a race number 132 attached to her waist, and an orange cone in the background on a gravel path surrounded by green trees.

    Deb Epps

    Director at Large

  • A view of a running track at a stadium with marked lanes numbered 1 through 6 in white. The background shows bleachers and a building with signage for Nanaimo Track and Field Club, with curtains and lighting. The sky is clear, indicating outdoor stadium conditions.

    Eddy Kennedy

    Director at Large