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The ERCC WhatsApp group(s) are the main source of running and cycling activity information, club news and banter. A lot of ad-hoc runs are organised here where members arrange runs/organise challenges etc.
Regular club activities :
Monday Evening: Run(s)
Sal's Group Starting 6:15 Charing Heath Playing Field: A Coached Run led by our experienced CiRF qualified coach Sal which focuses on technique and form.
Ideal and suitable for all. Fully inclusive no matter how steady or fast you are. Those that consider themselves slower runners are encouraged to join these sessions however all paces/speed are catered for
Simon & Jerry's Group Starting 6:15pm Egerton village Hall: A Coached Run led by our experienced CiRF qualified coaches Simon and Jerry focusing on tempo technique and form. Late spring to early Autumn these runs are typically an 8-10k on the local trails reverting to road runs during the winter months.
Ideal for anyone looking to improve pace, strength and endurance and experience the freedom of the local trails
last minute changes due to weather, illness, acts of God will be communicated on the ERCC WhatsApp group.
Wednesday Evening Run or Cycle, variuos sessions, something for everyone!
Wedneday Walk with Beryl
Starting 6:15 Egerton Village Hall Recovering from injury or just don't fancy running tonight? Then why not come along for an easy paced walk with Beryl. The walks will be in no particular direction around Egerton with a chance to catch up with our Cyclists and Hillbilliers
Hillbillies - Run
https://www.strava.com/routes/3180598523016661846
Check out the route above
Starting 6:15pm Egerton Village Hall: This is our weekly hills session and sometimes we take our Hillbillies on tour too!
This is a self paced hills session with a short and medium section on Rock Hill and a long section on Stone Hill
You can run the sections in the order of your choice but we normally include at least one long section per session.
Run the section at your pace, rest at the top and slowly jog back down for your next section
The session typically lasts 45 min but if you are feeling strong you can always carry on!
Any last minute changes due to weather, illness, acts of God will be communicated on the ERCC WhatsApp group.
Hills are a key part of a runners training plan and Egerton is blessed with lots of them! Hill running can be intimidating but the way we run Hillbillies sessions allows for all abilities. You run the hill at your own speed (and walk if you need to) followed by a slow recovery jog together prior to the next repeat.
Coming Soon, watch this space for our new training plans to help you get even more from your hill work
Mid Week Late Run
Want a mid week run but can't make the early 6:15 starts? Then why not join our Mid Week Late Run. This run will start at 7:00 pm directly after the weekly Hillbillies session. Runs will be local to Egerton with some mixed trail when possible and be around 60 mins duration. We run as a group, no one gets left behind. If you are comfortable running 5-6k and are looking for a later start then this is the run for you!
Wednesday Wobble Cycle ride
As the evenings last longer and light permits (usually mid April) we begin evening road cycle rides (aka the Wednesday Wobblers!) Some runners migrate to the cycling for the summer, whilst others carry on with Hillbillies.
Rides are planned week to week by members and are around 20 to 25 miles in total starting at 6:15 p.m. There is always a brief pub stop for some essential refreshment.
Riders need a good standard of cycling fitness (averaging 14-15 mph) and need to be comfortable (or keen to learn) riding in a group on the road. Helmets must be worn and lights must be fitted and working. Any last minute changes due to weather, illness, acts of God will be communicated on the ERCC WhatsApp group.
Friday Evening: Track sessions - Run
Meet 6.10pm Sutton Valence (Village Hall - Car park ME17 3HS) Sutton Valence running track: We have exclusive use of this top class facility and our coaches lead coached sessions that will propel you to great things!
All levels welcome, do not be intimidated attending these sessions. They are open to all and run in a way that allows all participants to enjoy the session regardless of speed and ability. Track session updates are communicated on the ERCC WhatsApp group.
Saturday Morning: Cycle ride
Meet 9.00am: Members take turns each week to arrange routes from various locations within a few miles of Egerton village, routes are typically around 40 miles over three hours or so (averaging 14-15 mph).
Riders need a good standard of cycling fitness and need to be comfortable (or keen to learn) riding in a group on the road. Helmets must be worn and lights must be fitted and working. Any last minute changes due to weather, illness, acts of God will be communicated by the Whatsapp group message system.
Sunday Morning Runs
Alison & Mel's Easy Pace Sunday 5k
Alternating between a Pluckley and Egerton start Alison & Mel will lead an easy paced 5K run with plenty of opportunity to chat and catch up along the route. This run is open to everyone who wants a shorter slower paced start to their Sunday
Sunday 10k
Starting from various locations in and around Egerton this is our weekly social run for those who prefer a longer run. Routes are typically mixed trails during the summer months and road & hard trail during the winter. We run as a group and nobody is left behind.
3rd Sunday Long Run
Ideal for those who want to stretch their legs with a longer run. Often going further afield to run new routes these longer runs are typically 15-16k long The runs will include occasional Fartleks and short sprints but as always we run as a group and nobody gets left behind. Idea for anyone who is a confident running for 10k and wants to improve running strength and endurance
Guidance for planning a Sunday Run route
Some pointers to help ensure participants safety.
- Please ensure the run is planned on public highways, byways and footpaths that you are recently familiar with as being appropriate.
- If using footpaths please check they are suitable for the conditions on the day.
- Please ensure the route is posted on the ERCC WhatsApp group by the Friday before the run. This allows participants to check that the route you have planned is suitable for their needs.
- Please ensure any changes after that (ie due to changes in weather conditions) are made clear prior to meeting on the day.
- The run leader is requested to take photos of the running party (for social media and as a register) and for 'passing the baton' and identifying who will run the following Sunday's run.
Running with Dogs - Dog owners responsibilities
The decision to allow dogs on club runs rests with the run leader (prior to the run) and after they have made an assessment of risk.
- You are solely responsible for the dog.
- You must ensure the dog does not alarm other people and you must clean up after the dog at all times.
- You must comply with the applicable Countryside Code as it applies to dogs. You must ensure that the dog is kept under close control at all times, kept on a short lead on farmland and roads, and on a short lead near livestock or sensitive wildlife, where the terrain requires careful footwork and whenever the law, codes or other regulations require it.
- Incidents caused by dogs are not covered by the club’s insurance. The dog must be covered by insurance that includes cover for Public Liability which pays towards compensation and costs awarded against the owner by a court if the dog causes death or injury to a person, or causes damage to someone else’s property.
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