We know that lockdown is really hard for lots of us.

We have received lots of messages this week from people wanting to know when our sessions are going to be starting again.

We would love so much to say “we’re starting next week” but realistically, this would be an irresponsible decision because we can sometimes get over 70 people turning up to just one session. Imagine the impact if just one of those people were infected with COVID-19.

Presently, we are looking at possibly restarting our sessions in September when the schools go back. We think this is a realistic date when hopefully life will be getting back to normal for lots of us, assuming there is no second wave before then.

In the meantime, we are working on ways you can still run with us. Our virtual ‘Learn to Run’ live sessions have been popular and we would encourage you to check them out in the video section if you want to start running for the first time. https://www.facebook.com/pg/MileShyClub/videos/

For existing runners, we have been hosting a weekly virtual relay race which has been a lot of fun and a great way to stay motivated during lockdown. To get involved, check out the events page every Tuesday evening to join the latest relay run. https://www.facebook.com/pg/MileShyClub/events/

We are exploring other options - using a booking system for our sessions and/or no-contact warm ups and/or reduced numbers. After the Learn to Run sessions end this month, we are looking at Zoom sessions tailored for those who have just completed the Couch to 5k programme and other sessions to motivate, inspire and get our existing members of all abilities out running in a variety of ways!

We will continue to innovate and keep the #MileShy spirit alive – stay safe everyone and fingers crossed for September. 🤞

With love from the #MileShyClub

#MileShyClub HQ