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Join us this January 2026 for our exciting beginner running courses!
Check out the groups listed below that are ready to help you lace up your shoes and hit the ground running.
Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to improve your skills, there's a supportive community waiting for you.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to kickstart your running journey!
Ilkeston Joggers
Couch to 5k
OUR NEXT COUCH TO 5K IS COMING!
Thinking about giving running a go? Or maybe you’re ready to get back into it after a break?
We’re excited to announce that our next Couch to 5K course starts on Wednesday 21st January 2026, and we’d love for you to join us!
Start Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026
Location: Ilkeston Tesco car park (bottom end) at 6:30pm
Spaces are limited – around 30 places available!
This welcoming 8-week programme is designed for complete beginners, those returning after injury, or anyone who’s just lost their rhythm and wants to find it again.
No pressure, no judgement – just friendly support from our amazing volunteer jog leaders and a brilliant group of people on the same journey.
To register:
Send us a message with your name, date of birth, and let us know if there’s anything health-wise our team should be aware of.
(Please don’t pop it in the comments – messages are private!)
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If you know someone who might be interested but doesn’t have Facebook, they can email us to register at ilkestonjoggers@gmail.com!
Got a question before signing up? Drop us a message – we’re always happy to help.
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Let’s start 2026 by finding your stride.
Borrowash Jolly Joggers
Start your running journey with us. Our Couch to 5k programme begins!
Go from couch potato to being able to run for 30 mins with our trained leaders helping you along the way.
No previous running experience welcome, and it’s completely free and open to all!
We’ll all be meeting by the clock in Borrowash Co-op car park at 7pm-you won’t miss us!
OCR - Overseal Running Club
Thinking about running?
Join Overseal Running Club’s Couch to 5K – 2026!
£20 for 10 weeks and also includes a year’s membership.
Meet & Greet: Sun 25 Jan, 10am (Overseal Pavilion)
First run: Sun 1 Feb, 9am (Overseal Village Hall)
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