Couch to 5K Beginner's Running Programme

Our brand new beginner's running programme, delivered in partnership with British Triathlon and Everyone Active, is now open for bookings. 

The programme is free to attend and led by qualified run leaders. The programme is 10 weeks long and will take place from various locations across the City. The date on the booking form is the START DATE and sessions will take place on the same day, same time each week:

Raich Carter Sports Centre
Starting 19 February and every Monday (for 10 weeks) at 5pm

Sunderland Aquatic Centre
Starting 20 February and every Tuesday (for 10 weeks) at 6pm

Hetton Community Pool
Starting 21 February and every Wednesday (for 10 weeks) at 7pm

Washington Leisure Centre
Starting 24 February and every Saturday (for 10 weeks) at 10.30am

Silksworth Community Pool, Tennis and Wellness Centre
Starting 25 February and every Sunday (for 10 weeks) at 10am

Once you have chosen your preferred location then choose the starting date at either the top of this page or by pressing 'Next Date' at the bottom of this page to find your preferred session.

On completion of the programme you will be given a code to enter either the Active Sunderland BIG 3K Run or the Sunderland City 10K. 

If you have any questions email active@sunderland.gov.uk