Training Sessions

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At Gosforth Harriers, every member has the opportunity to take part in structured, progressive training sessions designed to bring out the best in runners of all abilities. Our programmes are carefully planned and delivered under the guidance of fully qualified coaches, ensuring that each session is safe, supportive, and geared towards helping you achieve your goals.

From time to time, our training schedules may change. Whenever this happens, all members will be notified promptly through our WhatsApp channels, and updates will also be published here on the website.

If you’re joining us for the first time, we recommend getting in touch beforehand to confirm the meeting location and to ensure that a coach or run leader is available to welcome you.

Monday

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On Mondays, our beginners, juniors, and seniors all come together for training sessions based at the Great Park. We gather at 18:20 for an 18:30 start, with sessions wrapping up around 19:30. Meeting points for the junior and senior groups are listed below.

• Beginners (ages 8-11) take park in fun, structured running drills and exercises designed to build skills and confidence.
• Juniors cover around 4 miles at a steady pace. We require our juniors to be able to complete 2K (such as Junior Park Run) in 9 minutes or less. This is to ensure that they are able to keep pace with the rest of the group.
• Seniors enjoy a club run of 5-6 miles, also at a steady pace. For seniors, the minimum pace is 10 minutes per mile.

These sessions are a great way to train alongside fellow Harriers, improve fitness, and enjoy the camaraderie of the club.

Wednesday

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On Wednesdays, all members are invited to take part in our dedicated track session, designed to sharpen speed and technique. For seniors unable to attend the track, we also provide an alternative speed session.

Both groups meet at 18:20 for an 18:30 start, with sessions finishing around 19:30. Full details of the meeting locations for each session are provided below.

Thursday (Junior Athletics)

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Every Thursday during term time, sessions are held in the Indoor Athletics Hall at Gateshead College Academy for Sport. Run by a third party provider, these sessions cover a wide range of athletics events and are open to all levels — beginners are warmly welcomed. You don’t need to be a competitive athlete to take part, though if you are, this is a great opportunity to refine your skills.

With guidance from experienced athletics and running coaches, athletes will:

• Develop technical skills across different events
• Explore new disciplines in a supportive environment
• Work on specific technical points tailored to their individual needs and goals

Friday (Mini Athletics)

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Every Friday during term time, sessions are held in the Indoor Athletics Hall at Gateshead College Academy for Sport. Delivered by a trusted third‑party coaching team, these session will introduce the fundamentals of athletics — running, jumping, and throwing.

Beyond athletics, the programme helps them build transferable skills — strength, coordination, and resilience — that will benefit them across many other sports and activities.

Saturday

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Our Saturday sessions are designed to help athletes build the perfect balance of speed and stamina. Through focused drills and progressive training, participants will learn how to accelerate quickly, sustain pace over longer distances, and develop the explosive power needed for sprint finishes.

Junior and senior sections meet at 09:50 for a 10:00 start, with sessions finishing around 11:15.

Sunday

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Every week at 8:30, our members gather for our Sunday Long Run — a relaxed, social outing that brings the club together. It’s not just about covering miles; it’s about sharing the journey, enjoying the company, and building strength for the weeks ahead.

Whether you’re training for a race or simply want to enjoy a sociable start to your Sunday, the long run is a cornerstone of every runner’s week. Come along, share the miles, and discover how far you can go together.