Running Information

The formal run sessions that Netley Abbey Runners hosts are designed to support runners of all abilities (once they can run 5k) and are split between social runs and formal training.  We have an all inclusive policy so regardless of the session, there will typically always be a run leader at the rear of the group to ensure no-one is left behind. 

If you can not run 5k yet, we offer Couch to 5k Courses throughout the year to get you to that standard so keep an eye out below.

A rough outline of our weekly sessions is below - Please check the 8 week schedule or the calendar section of the web page for more specific information.

Formal Club Runs (Lead by Run Leaders):

Tuesday Evenings (7.30pm) - Meet at Abbey Hall (See details below) - Longer Runs

We meet at Abbey Hall and split into groups according to pace and ability. An example of a typical Tuesday would be:

Group A - Run 10-12k at a faster pace (5:30/km or faster)

Group B - Run 10k at a slower pace (slower than 5:30/km)

Group C - Run 6-8k at a slower pace

These sessions may be adapted depending on who is present and the needs that arise.

Every few weeks, alternative sessions may be offered, for example Fartlek Sessions, Magic Mile.

Couch to 5k Course - January 2020

 This is a 9 week course to take you from complete beginner to being able to run 5k, culminating in a graduating park run at Netley Abbey Park Run.  The cost includes the course and club membership until March 2021. 

This course is being run in conjunction with Eastleigh Borough Council and bookings onto the course can be made here.

Wednesday Evenings (7.30pm) - Meet at Abbey Hall (See details below) - Shorter Runs

We meet at Abbey Hall and split into groups according to pace and ability. An example of a typical Tuesday would be:

Group A - Run 5-6k at a faster pace (6min/km or faster)

Group B - Run 5-6k at a slower pace (Slower than 6min/km)

These sessions may be adapted depending on who is present and the needs that arise. 

This session is typically run around the Netley and Weston Shore areas.  The sessions are usually run on pavement, but can move onto local trails in the Summer. 

Thursday Evenings (7.30pm) - Meeting points vary (please see the calendar)

This is the club training session.  It is designed to improve the speed, strength and conditioning of the runners.  These evenings are deliberately varied and include a mixture of hills, endurance and track work.  These sessions are deliberately designed to challenge the individual regardless of ability and improve running capability over time.  This session is designed and run by our club coach.

{Please note that safety is a primary concern for all formal club runs.  Therefore, please take note of any special instructions the run leader gives at the start of the session.  If you have a niggle, or a condition that you think may affect your abilities, please advise the run leader at the start of the session.  When running at night, please ensure as a minimum that high visibility clothing or accessories are worn on the sessions.  A head/body torch is also strongly advised. }

Informal Runs:

Saturday morning (9am) - Royal Victoria Country Park

You will often find many Netley Abbey Runners at Royal Victoria Country Park taking part in the Park Run.  This is a free 5k timed event and you will be surrounded by approximately 250 runners of all abilities.  Just register once and turn up with your bar code.  For more information, please visit www.parkrun.org.uk/netleyabbey/

Sunday morning (9am) - Royal Victoria Country Park

If your juniors fancy themselves as a keen runner, bring them down to Junior Park Run at Royal Victoria Country Park.   This is a free 2k timed event and they will be surrounded by approximately 70 runners of all abilities.  Just register once and turn up with their bar code.  For more information, please visit www.parkrun.org.uk/netleyabbey-juniors/

As well as the formal runs and Park Runs, you will often find NAR members out and about on social runs.  Join our https://www.facebook.com/groups/netleyabbeyrunners/ to see if you can join them.