Tools and Tips for Starting a Run Club

Presented by ConnectedPE

Run clubs are one of the simplest and most impactful extracurricular programs a PE teacher can offer — but getting one off the ground takes planning. This session covers everything you need to launch and sustain a successful school run club, from logistics to motivation. What you'll learn: 1. Step-by-step planning for your first run club session 2. Technology tools for tracking distance, setting goals, and celebrating milestones 3. Inclusive approaches that welcome all fitness levels — not just the fast kids 4. Gamification strategies that keep students coming back week after week 5. Managing logistics: before school, lunchtime, or after school formats Perfect for teachers who want to extend physical activity beyond the timetabled PE lesson.

Topics: Student Motivation, Fitness Testing, Primary, Secondary, Whole School

Lessons (1)

1. Tools and Tips for Starting a Run Club