"A Fitness Lifestyle"

What is the Running Academy?

Brief course descriptions:

Running 101

Previous running experience is not required; walkers are welcome. You must have the physical ability to begin an aerobic exercise program that is based on walking and running.

There are four levels of progression designed with a safe and injury-free method of running/walking. The course will cover basic running techniques, stretching, nutrition and hydration needs and prepare you to run/walk up to 5k distance and to consider moving up to the next course, Running 102.

Running 102

Pre-requisite is three, or more, months of running experience or completion of Running 101. The course covers a review of the basics from Running 101, adding to the fundamentals of running with an emphasis on form.

You will also receive an introduction to balance and core training techniques. In this course, you will increase your endurance, become a more efficient runner, and be prepared to run or run/walk up to the 10k distance. Successful completion of this course will prepare you for the next level, Running 103.

Running 103

Pre-requisite is 3-6 months of running experience, or completion of Running 102. Training in this course includes longer, sustained running and a strong emphasis on core exercises to improve balance and strength.

Having combined extended running with the strength training in this course, you will be prepared to run up to 10 miles and consider moving into Running 201, the Running Academy's Half-Marathon training course.

Running 201 - Half Marathon

RUNNING 201, the Running Academy Half-Marathon Training Course, is ideal for first time Half-Marathoners, as well as veteran half-marathoners who enjoy group training.

We recommend that you have either completed RUNNING 103, or have been running regularly for at least three months before considering this Course. Note that Race Registration, including fees, must be done separately by the participant and is not included in Academy enrollment.

We will conduct a fitness evaluation the first day of your training to determine which Pace Group is most appropriate for you.

In this Course you will be doing Long Runs once a week with your Pace Group (Saturday or Sunday, depending on your location), and also following a training schedule requiring four other runs during the week.

Coached weekday runs are available but not manditory. Ask your coach for more details.

The goal of RUNNING 201 is to get you to the finish line of your half marathon injury free.

Running 301 - Full Marathon

RUNNING 301, the Running Academy Marathon Training Course, is ideal for first time Marathoners, and also works extremely well for veteran marathoners who enjoy the camaraderie of group training, especially on those long training runs.

We recommend that you have either completed RUNNING 201 or a half-marathon in the last six months; or that you have been running at least 3-4 days per week for 4-6 months. You must be able to complete a six-mile run on the first day of the course.

Note that Race Registration, including fees, must be done separately by the participant and is not included in Academy enrollment.

This is a 26-week course with one group meeting each week. Schedule requires five days per week running (four days on your own, plus the one group run day). Coach-less fun runs are available during the week with A Snail's Pace Running Club; visit www.ASnailsPace.net for Running Club locations and details.

The Wounded Runner

The Wounded Runner, a medically supervised training program for injured runners. Sports injuries are debilitating. They can be painful, take months to heal, and cause depression and other emotional issues.

A Snail's Pace Running Academy and a experienced team of sports medicine professionals have developed an individualized training program to help injured runners recover quickly. This medically supervised program provides state-of-the-art diagnosis and rehabilitation therapy for the injured runner.

This eight week program consists of three workouts a week supervised by a certified running coach and monitored by a sports medicine team. Each individualized training program includes strengthening exercises to help injuries recover. Each participant will receive a pre- and post-medical evaluation by a sports doctor.

Training will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00pm and Saturday mornings at 7:00am in Huntington Beach. Meetings will be Monday and Wednesday at 6pm and Saturday Mornings at 7:00am in Laguna Hills

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Michelle Montiel at Michelle.Montiel@ASnailspace.net

What do I receive with each Academy Course?

Expert Coaching, Training Schedule, access to the "Members Zone", Weekly Email Support, Group Support, Informative Training Clinics, A Network of Medical Support, an Official Brooks A Snail's Pace Running Academy Training Shirt and Cap, Discount Coupon for Brooks Shoes, and Academy Dollars worth $15.00 off any Running Apparel at A Snail's Pace Running Shop, and 10% discount on all store purchases for the duration of your training., all this and "SATISFACTION GUARANTEED"

Are you unsure which course is right for you? Contact the Academy Director in your area: