Learn to Run. Do It Together.

Gentle walk-jog sessions, supportive leaders, and a friendly group to keep you accountable — no pressure and no prior running experience needed.


If you’re new to running, you’re in the right place

Most people who join our beginners groups arrive here after searching for Couch to 5K in Cheltenham or after seeing one of our posts about the current beginners intake.

If that’s you, you’re not alone — and you don’t need to be “fit” before you start.

Our beginners running groups are designed for people who:

  • Have never run before, or haven’t run for a long time
  • Want to follow something like Couch to 5K, but prefer real support over an app
  • Worry about pace, confidence, or being the slowest in the group
  • Would like the accountability of running with others
  • Want to build up gradually, without pressure or expectations

You don’t need any running experience, and you won’t be expected to keep up with anyone else. 

Everyone starts at their own level, and we build from there.


Most people begin with our Beginners 3-Week Trial, which gives you time to ease into running, get used to the sessions, and see how the group works before committing to anything longer term.

What the Beginners 3-Week Trial involves

A simple, supportive way to start running — without pressure or expectations.

You can expect:

  • Gentle walk-jog intervals
    Short running sections with walking recoveries, so everything feels manageable.

  • Supportive leaders at every session
    Warm-ups, guidance during the run, and someone looking out for everyone.

  • No pressure on pace or ability
    Everyone runs at a level that feels right for them.

  • A friendly group starting from a similar place
    You won’t be the only beginner, and no one gets left behind.

  • Flexibility to attend what suits you
    Come along when you can — there’s no requirement to attend every session.

When and where you can run

You’re welcome to attend any of the following sessions during your Beginners 3-Week Trial:

  • 7pm Mondays — Bishops Cleeve
  • 6:30pm Tuesdays — Pittville
  • 7pm Wednesdays — Bishops Cleeve
  • 6:30pm Thursdays — Battledown
  • 9:30am Sundays — Prestbury

We recommend a maximum of three sessions per week.


Alongside the group sessions, we’ll also show you how to take yourself out for short runs from your own front door.

Support and community

You won’t be doing this on your own.

  • Small, supported groups with leaders running alongside you

  • A relaxed, friendly atmosphere — no one is left behind

  • A private beginners WhatsApp group for updates, questions, and encouragement

  • Plenty of people starting from a similar place

Register your interest

The next step is simply to register your interest.

This lets us confirm whether there are spaces available in the current beginners intake and share a bit more information to help you decide if it’s right for you.

There’s no obligation to join at this stage — registering your interest just helps us guide you on the best next step.

We’ll never share your details and you’re under no obligation to join

What happens next

Once you’ve registered your interest:

  • We’ll confirm whether there are spaces available in the current beginners intake
  • You’ll receive clear information about what the Beginners 3-Week Trial includes
  • You’ll be invited to join the trial if it feels right for you
  • If you’re unsure, you’ll also have the option to book a quick call to talk things through

Registering your interest doesn’t commit you to anything — it simply helps us guide you towards the best next step.