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Progression course:
FAST-TRACK TO 10K
CHELTENHAM EDITION:
5-week coached trail running course
Wednesdays at 6:30pm
£55 per person / £100 for 2 people
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26th Aug: The racecourse (5km)
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2nd Sept: Lineover Wood (6km)
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9th Sept: Cleeve Hill (8km)
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16th Sept: Leckhampton Hill (9km)
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23rd Sept: Dowdeswell Wood & Lineover Wood (10km)
Fast-Track to 10K:
Your shortcut to becoming a more confident trail runner
Run further. Run stronger. Run the trails with extra confidence.
Our fast-track to 10K course follows a straightforward five-week plan, and is perfect whether you’re new to trail running, or already running regularly but need an extra something to keep going.
Who is this course for?
The fast‑track to 10K course is perfect for people who:
✅ Can already run 5km without stopping and have the goal to run a trail 10K.
✅ Want to improve, especially when hills are involved!
✅ Love the trails and want to feel stronger and more confident on them.
✅ Have limited time and want a clear, efficient plan that actually works.
What's included?
Five trail runs in a small group, at five different locations, all perfect for trail running:
Week 1: Cheltenham Racecourse (26th Aug)
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This flat 5km run is the perfect way for us to start the course.
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Estimated duration: 50 minutes minimum
Week 2: Lineover Wood (2nd Sept)
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A hilly 6km run - we'll walk the ascents and run the flats.
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Estimated duration: 1 hour 5 minutes minimum
Week 3: Cleeve Hill (9th Sept)
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This 8km route combines almost every type of trail running terrain - woods, grass, rocky paths and farm tracks.
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Estimated duration: 1 hour 15 minutes minimum
Week 4: Leckhampton Hill (16th Sept)
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Epic views of Gloucestershire will greet us when we run up, over and around a lovely 9km route on Leckhampton Hill.
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Estimated duration: 1 hour 30 minutes minimum
Week 5: Lineover Wood & Dowdeswell Wood (23rd Sept)
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We'll link two different woody terrains, with a good amount of elevation gain thrown in for good measure: 10km with 350m elevation gain.
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Estimated duration: 2 hours minimum
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Let's mark the end of the course with a post-run drink at Dunkertons!
FAQs
Do I need to be a member of Cheltenham & Gloucester Trail Runners?
No, you don't - everyone's welcome!
Can I come with a friend?
Yes, of course! Extra accountability can be beneficial, plus the added benefits such as car sharing and sharing the experience.
Who is leading the course?
The course is led by Phil Hobbins-White, owner and club manager of C&G Trail Runners. Phil is a UESCA-trained running coach, a qualified Leader in Running Fitness with England Athletics, and regularly competes in national and international trail races.
Deferral, refund and postponement policy:
We understand that sometimes life circumstances change our plans.
Please note the following procedures:
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Should you wish to defer your place on the course, the deadline for this is 3 weeks before the course starts. Refunds are not possible, but instead, credit will be issued for the value of the course, to be used on any future courses with us, or any merch items, retreats or one-to-one coaching.
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The course requires a minimum of four attendees, and we reserve the right to postpone the course if the minimum number is not met. Under such circumstances, you will be offered either a full refund or a place on the same course when it becomes scheduled.
