Come and discover why trail running is one of the most rewarding ways to run — and learn the skills to tackle any terrain with confidence.

Held on the Gold Coast's best trails in Nerang State Forest, this friendly small group workshop covers everything you need to run off-road safely, efficiently, and enjoyably.

You'll learn:

• Running on uneven and technical ground

• Downhill running — safely and quickly

• Uphill skills including running and power hiking (with and without poles)

• Picking efficient lines through technical terrain

• Equipment, footwear, and hydration for trail running

What to expect: Total running distance is approximately 5km including some hills. The pace is very easy and suits complete novice trail runners through to those with some experience wanting to sharpen their skills.

Personal technique feedback is provided alongside group-based sessions.

What to bring: Running shoes, hat, sunscreen, water

Minimum age: 10 years (contact Dave if unsure)

📍 Location: Nerang State Forest — meet at Lawnhill Drive Park (not the Velodrome entrance)

⏱ Time: 7:00am — 9:00am

👥 Group size: Strictly limited

💰 Cost: $95 per person

Want to run further, faster, and with fewer injuries? This hands-on workshop covers the fundamentals of efficient running technique — and gives you the tools to implement real changes straight away.

Suitable for complete beginners through to experienced runners wanting to fine-tune their form.

You'll learn:

• Correct running posture

• Breathing techniques for running

• How to keep running for longer

• Correct foot strike and stride mechanics

• How to adjust your stride to overcome common running pains — knee pain, shin pain, and more

• What shoes you should be wearing

• Strength and mobility exercises to support your technique

What to expect: Total running distance is approximately 3km including a voluntary warm-up. The workshop suits all levels — you need only a basic level of fitness to get the full experience.

What to bring: Running shoes, hat, sunscreen, water, and a snack

Minimum age: 10 years (contact Dave if unsure)

📍 Location: Ashmore Athletics Track, Gold Coast

⏱ Time: 7:00am — 9:00am

👥 Group size: Strictly limited

💰 Cost: $95 per person

Strength training is one of the most powerful things a runner can do — for performance, injury prevention, and long-term health. Yet most runners avoid it, aren't sure what to do, or worry about getting too heavy or bulky.

This practical group workshop will change the way you think about strength training — and show you exactly how to make it work for your running.

You'll learn:

• Mobility drills to improve flexibility

• Warm-up and cool-down exercises

• Injury prevention: strength exercises to minimise your injury risk

• Health: how strength training maintains muscle mass and bone density

• Performance: exercises that improve running economy and speed

• How to fit strength sessions into your existing training week

What to expect: The workshop suits all ability levels — exercises are modified as needed. You should be comfortable completing a number of strength and running-based exercises over two hours.

What to bring: Running shoes, gym or running clothes, water bottle

Minimum age: 12 years (contact Dave if unsure)

📍 Location: Physiologic, 334 Scottsdale Drive, Robina

⏱ Time: 8am - 10am

👥 Group size: Strictly limited

💰 Cost: $95 per person