Established in 2009, the Ladies Running Group now has more than 150 regular members, catering for women of all ages and abilities, shapes and sizes, complete novices to intermediate runners. In 2016 members completed events from 5K to 100K! The men’s group was established in 2014 and continues to grow year on year.
Whether you are looking to compete in your first 5K or dream of running a marathon, the groups will provide you with coach-led sessions and a specific training plan to meet your ongoing individual needs.
Training takes place at Rugby athletics track. Sessions are a mixture of track based training and calculated distance runs built up gradually using a walk/run technique. The 16 week beginners’ courses culminate with running the Rugby Ready Steady Fun Run (5K) in May.
Included in the £30 price (16 week course) are two mid-week sessions at 6.30pm on a Monday and Thursday evening. These are in addition to the main Saturday session (9:30am for the men and 10:00am for the ladies). All sessions are with qualified and experienced (gender specific) coaches.
Fun, friendship and a shared commitment to supporting each other to achieve personal goals is an integral part of both groups.
This is what some of the existing members have to say:
“I never thought of myself as sporty before but now I can say I am a runner!”
“I was amazed to be running reasonable distances so quickly …. and actually enjoy it!”
“You often think running groups will be really serious and competitive but this group is so welcoming, friendly and supportive. It’s amazing what you can achieve with a little belief”
To sign up, follow the link on the club’s website. For more information please email: Please email ladiesrunninggroup@gmail.com Or mensrunninggrouprugby@gmail.com
