A Snail's Pace Running Academy"A Fitness Lifestyle" |
What is the Running Academy?
The goal of the Running Academy is to create a Group Running environment where almost anyone can improve their level of fitness and their running ability, and learn to incorporate running into their very own Fitness Lifestyle.
There are several courses available in the Running Academy, designed to accommodate virtually any fitness level. The Running 100, 101, 102 & 103 courses are designed for novice runners, or experienced runners returning to running after a layoff. All three courses are based on the Run/Walk method, and each course is 13 weeks long, 3 days per week, for a total of 39 sessions.
These courses may be repeated as many times as desired (a new tuition is required for each repeat) before moving up to the more extensive training of Running 201 (the 16-week Half-Marathon training course), and Running 301 (the 26-week Marathon training course). Participants must be 18, or over, to enroll in any of the Running Academy courses.
Brief course descriptions:
- Running 100: "Snail Steps"
Running 100 is a safe and effective way to introduce the body to aerobic activity. This class is a structured such that anyone can begin to appreciate running with absolutely no prior running or walking experience. This class will cover the basics of footwear, stretching, warm up techniques and nutrition.
This class is designed in four levels of progression. We will begin with Level I which is straight brisk walking. We will complete the class with Level IV which is the most challenging level and will introduce 60-seconds of easy jogging.
The goal for this class will be to complete a 1-hour easy walk/jog. Upon successful completion of this class the athlete will have the option to re-enroll or to advance to the next session Running 101-Beginning 5k training.
- Running 101
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Pre-requisite for this class is 1-2 months of brisk walking experience required before enrolling in this class.
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. Below is a graduating course from our Brea/Yorba Linda 101 group.
- 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
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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.
Coach-less fun runs are available on Monday and Wednesday evenings with A Snail's Pace Running Club Visit website www.ASnailsPace.net for club locations
The goal of RUNNING 201 is to get you to the finish line of your half marathon injury free.
- Running 301 - Full Marathon
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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
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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.
The location of training will vary upon the stages of training. We will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00pm and Saturday mornings at 7:00am. All classes will be held in Huntington Beach.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Michelle Montiel at Michelle.Montiel@ASnailspace.net
- What do I receive with each Academy Course?
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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 a 1-year membership in the A Snail's Pace Running Club, all this and "SATISFACTION GUARANTEED"
Are you unsure which course is right for you? Contact the Academy Director in your area:
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