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What is 'Running Buddies'?
What is 'Running Buddies'?
Running Buddies is a limited run project in collaboration with Active Dundee and Feeling Strong. The project is designed to foster physical fitness and community interaction in a safe and welcoming environment. Participants will engage in 6 weekly running sessions led by qualified coaches who will provide techniques, safety measures and tips and tricks to get you into running! Read below for more information👇
📅 When - 6 weeks on Thursdays on the following dates:
27th Aug, 3rd Sep, 10th Sep, 17th Sep, 24th Sep, 1st Oct
⏰Time - 6-7:30pm
📍Where - Regional Performance Centre, Mains Loan, Dundee DD4 9BX.
Who is it for?
Running Buddies is for any young person age 16-26 living, working or studying in Dundee. Have you ever wanted to try running but not sure where to start? Want an inclusive and welcoming environment to try something new? Or do you just want some company? Then Running Buddies is for you! This is a chance to try a new sport in a safe, supportive environment and meet new people. You do not need any prior experience with running, and you can take it at your own pace.
What should I expect?
You can expect to try out running in a safe, supportive environment with the help of volunteers and qualified coaches. This will be a safe space for you to try something new and talk about what's going on in your life. We would recommend coming along to all 6 sessions to build your confidence and skills. Prior to the course starting, the group will have the chance to meet the coaches, volunteers and each other for an induction to get to know each other.
What about the funding towards a pair of running shoes?
To reduce some of the barriers to running, Feeling Strong are able to provide running shoes (up to the cost of £45) per participant. It is the participants responsibility to purchase the pair of running shoes and Feeling Strong will reimburse* the participant up to the cost of £45. Not sure what to look for in a pair of running shoes? Check out our handy guide to help you find the right shoe. *Feeling strong reserves the right to not reimburse the participant if we deem the running shoes are not fit for purpose. If you are unsure about the shoes, please get in touch with Feeling Strong before purchasing.
How do I sign up?
Sign up via the referral form here. Once you sign up, you will be invited along to a group induction before the sessions start so you can get to know the other people who you will be running with. By signing up to the project, you agree to the terms and conditions laid out in the form. If you have any questions or would like to talk about the project further, please get in touch with emma.deans@feelingstrong.co.uk.
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