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Sign up to our Move More RunTogether Couch to 5K, join a local running club or follow online running plans and start running with friends.
Our FREE Couch to 5k programme is aimed at people who have never run before, need support to get started or help to continue on their running journey.
WHO IS MOVE MORE COUCH TO 5K FOR?
- Anyone over the age of 16 years old
- People who have never run before, or need support to get started on their running journey
- People with lower physical ability, long-term health conditions and who would like to try jogging or running as a means of being active
- Anyone looking to make new friendships – our jogs and runs are sociable, so great if you enjoy the company of others
MOVE MORE RUNTOGETHER COUCH TO 5K
A FREE 9-week programme aimed at beginners, taking you to being able to run or run-walk 5K.
The aim of this ‘Couch to 5K’ programme is to get you from a complete beginner to running to being able to complete at least 30 minutes (approx. 4- 5Km) of continuous running or run/ walking, in just 9 weeks. We would encourage you to attend both runs, but if you can’t, then as long as you can attend one a week you’re still welcome to join the programme. Our team of qualified Run Leaders and Assistant Run Buddies will support you from week one throughout your journey.
Group runs take place on:
Wednesdays, 13:00 – 14:00, from 14 January – 11 March 2026. Meeting point is Rock n Road, Liberty Wharf.
And
Saturdays, 09:00 – 10:00, from 17 January –14 March 2026. Meeting point is Les Quennevais (Parkrun finish area, behind the Les Quennevais Sports Centre).
May:
Wednesdays, 13:00 – 14:00, from 6 May – 1 July 2026. Meeting point is Rock n Road, Liberty Wharf.
And
Saturdays, 09:00 – 10:00, from 9 May – 4 July 2026. Meeting point is Les Quennevais (Parkrun finish area, behind the Les Quennevais Sports Centre).
HOW TO BOOK
Before you attend your first session, you will need to register by completing the online registration form through the Move More Jersey Hub which you can find here:
Once you have submitted your details, our Move More Jersey team will then be in touch to confirm your booking.
RUNNING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS
If you’re new to running take a look at our tips for beginners below:
TIPS FOR BEGINNERS
IMPORTANT: If you have a health condition, or take medication that may affect your ability to participate in our running programme, we recommend that you see your GP for a medical check-up before starting out.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO RUNNING WITH YOU!
