Learn to Run Clinic
This 9 week learn-to-run program offers participants a great strategy for promoting wellbeing while connecting with a supportive group of trained staff, volunteers from the UTM community, and fellow students. The group meets twice a week, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm for a group run. There are also brief running-related workshops that participants may choose to attend.
Beginning September 19th, 2011, the running group will meet twice a week for a group run. Optional running-related workshops will also be offered to participants in the program. No running experience is necessary. We will be following a learn-to-run technique which builds running confidence using intervals of running and walking. By setting small, achievable goals you will begin to see yourself achieving great success in your running.
To end the 9 week program and to celebrate your success, the Learn To Run Clinic will participate in a 5 kilometer community run for charity. This fall we have chosen to run the Hanukkah Hustle taking place in Hamilton on Sunday November 20, 2011.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the group and how long is it?
The Learn To Run Clinic starts on Monday, September 19th, 2011 and group runs will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.
Do I have to attend both nights?
To get the most benefits from the group you should ideally attend every Monday run/workshop. The Wednesday run is optional. Furthermore, we understand that there may be times when you will miss a group due to other commitments -- don't feel pressured to attend every group run.
What can I expect from the group meetings?
The group will run together for 30 to 45 minutes on Mondays and Wednesdays with an additional 15 minute warm-up and/or 15 minute cool down each day. On 3 or 4 occasions, there will also be a brief informational workshop offered prior to the Monday run that focuses on various aspects of running. Topics that have been covered in the past include proper stretching techniques, choosing proper running gear, good nutrition for running, drawing strength from running and the positive impact of running on mood. These workshops are helpful and fun but are optional.
Where does the group meet?
The group will meet in the Multi-Purpose Room at the RAWC. Please ask staff at the RAWC front desk for directions to the room.
Do I need to have running experience?
No! Running experience is not necessary. The group will be following a learn-to-run technique that builds running confidence using intervals of running and walking.
Where does the group run?
The group will run together on routes around the campus unless there is extreme weather, in which case we will run on the track at the RAWC.
What is the cost?
There is a $30 registration fee (plus a $3 internet fee) for the group. This fee covers the cost of:
* Official t-shirt and admission to the 5K race in Hamilton on November 20th;
* Facilitated learn-to-run program that meets twice a week;
* Informative workshops on a variety of topics useful to runners;
* Weekly post-run snacks
* University of Toronto water bottle
Please note that there is a sliding scale available for those who cannot afford the registration fee. For more information please email Sean at seana.martin@utoronto.ca.
How do I sign-up?
All registration for the Learn To Run Clinic is done online. To register for the group please visit the Department of Physical Education, Athletics & Recreation program registration webpage.
