Begin your Running Journey

Edmonton RC Couch to 5K Programme

COACHES & RUN LEADERS

You’re in safe hands - Edmonton RC was Runner-Up in the 2024 England Athletics Club of the Year Awards (London), recognised for its inclusivity and diversity!

• An 8-week programme, slowly building up confidence in running, with plenty of walking intervals and encouragement.

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• Culminating in participation in a parkrun in Grovelands Park (5 km).

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• A proven and successful C25K programme.

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• Twice weekly sessions led by fully qualified England Athletics Run Leaders, with a Warm-up focused on conditioning, mobility and injury prevention, and a Cool-Down.

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• A weekly session set as “homework” to complete in your own time.

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PROGRAMME BENEFITS

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• Small groups (target is a 6:1 participant to Run Leader ratio for each session).

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• Fully licensed, risk assessed and insured.

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• A dedicated WhatsApp group as your support network, plus the wider camaraderie and encouragement of Edmonton RC members.

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• A great pathway to join Edmonton RC upon completion, with membership included until 31^st January 2026 (note, excludes England Athletics affiliation).

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• Get Running with ‘Couch to 5k’ by Edmonton Running Club
• A fun and supportive 8-week course for total beginners and anyone returning to running. Gradually build up your running ability and fitness using our ‘Couch to 5K’ programme, with the goal of completing a 5km parkrun in November.
• You will be guided on your journey by our England Athletics qualified Run Leaders, with support and cheerleading provided by our encouraging members.
• Twice weekly sessions; on Saturday mornings at 10am in Grovelands Park, and Tuesday evenings at 7pm from Hazelwood Sports Club, Winchmore Hill.
• Starts: Saturday 13^th September at 10am
• First Session: Grovelands Park, Bourne Hill entrance, N14 6QX
• Cost : £45 (including membership until 31^st January 2026)
• Find out more and sign-up by 3^rd September at www.edmontonrc.co.uk (or scan the QR code), or email us at enquiries@edmontonrc.co.uk
• Register your interest via the following form

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• To go from a complete beginner, to be able to run a 5KM parkrun.

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• To get fitter in a supported environment.

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• To have fun!

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WHAT IS THE GOAL

• Beginners (Completely new to running).

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• Anyone coming back from injury, illness or maternity.

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• Those looking for a health kick-start in the new year.

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• You need to be 18+, have a basic level of mobility, and be committed to a 8 week programme (and homework).

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WHO IS THIS FOR

• Saturday | Grovelands park, Winchmore Hill, Enfield

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• Tuesday | Hazelwood Sports Club, Winchmore Hill, Enfield

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• Thursday | Homework – your chosen location!

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WHERE DOES IT TAKE PLACE

• Duration; 9 weeks, starting on Saturday September 13^th 2025

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• Culminating in completion of a 5km parkrun at Grovelands park on Saturday November 8^th 2025.

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• Fully Qualified and DBS checked England Athletics Run Leaders – at least 2 per session on Saturdays and Tuesdays.

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• Programme cost = £45 (payable in advance)

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PROGRAMME DETAILS