Beginner-friendly. Walking counts. No running experience needed.

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From the classroom...
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School Sessions

Ready-to-go weekly teacher sessions for Years 3-6.

Family Sessions

Simple guided sessions children can complete at home with a parent or caregiver.

Parent solo mission

A beginner-friendly parent session each week to help grown-ups build confidence too.

A fun, school-friendly running programme that helps children build confidence in class and gets parents moving with them at home.
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Every step builds confidence.
Every child can
do it.

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FOR SCHOOLS

Teacher packs, session cards, launch materials and final event resources to help you bring Class to 5K to life with minimal workload.
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FOR PARENTS

Join your child’s journey with simple guided sessions, family workouts and a beginner-friendly plan delivered through TrainingPeaks.
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Beginner-friendly. Walking counts. No running experience needed.

Runner testimonials

A fun, school-friendly running programme that helps children build confidence in class and gets parents moving with them at home.
Joanne Unsworth

It was brilliant to take part in the Class to 5K programme. My children are reasonably active, but encouraging them to take part in a running event involving the whole school made them feel like they were a part of something really special. As a parent, I ran the final fun run with them, and it was fantastic to see the children’s enthusiasm and determination to reach the finish. It was a wonderful experience to share together as a family. I can’t recommend the programme highly enough. It’s a fantastic way to encourage healthy habits while bringing families and the wider community together.

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Joanne Unsworth

Nicky Moores (and family)

As a mum of kids with different interests and abilities it was great to do this together. We didn’t manage as much of the training as I would have liked to but knowing the kids were practicing in school was great. My 6-year-old wouldn’t run without moaning about sore feet or stomach even though he is capable. Doing this with friends he ran off and really enjoyed himself. I enjoyed supporting the school with a program I believe that will enhance the enrichment of our children and our family. Thanks to Coach Jules for bringing something fun to the school and instilling a healthy habit to our children.

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Nicky Moores

Jasmine

It was Brilliant because It was fun with water guns and ice pops and especially the medals! It was great!

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Jasmine – aged 9

Jenson

I loved it because it wasn’t too tiring because we always did a chatty pace.

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Jenson – aged 6

Jayne Wilkinson

A lovely idea to get children and their adults moving and enjoying exercise. Steady progress and such a fun atmosphere running in front of family and friends. We loved our medals and everyone had so much fun participating and watching. Thank you so much

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Jayne Wilkinson

Rebecca Applegate

My son 9, my daughter 6 and myself 47, took part in the class to 2km/5km run organised by Coach Jules… It was a great turnout and so much fun with lots of friends and family! From start to finish it was a very organised, Informative and extremely fun and engaging activity to do as a family and school. The fact that we could do it together made it so much more memorable and enjoyable and we were all rewarded at the end with a medal!
My son loves running and said,’I can’t wait to take part in the 5km run’
My daughter said,’ I loved doing it with you, mummy!’
And for myself, Well, I’m not a runner, but I achieved it and my children were proud and that’s all that I need!

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Rebecca Applegate

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Frequently asked questions

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What is Class to 5K?

Class to 5K is a 10-week school running challenge designed to help primary school children build confidence, fitness and a positive relationship with movement.


Schools deliver one structured session each week using the free teacher resources. Parents can also choose to join the optional Class to 5K Parent Plan through TrainingPeaks, so families can support the journey at home.

Class to 5K is designed for primary school pupils in Years 3-6.

The programme is flexible, so schools can adapt the distance, pace and final challenge to suit different year groups, ability levels and settings.

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The final challenge can be adapted to suit the school, age group and pupils involved. Schools may choose a 2K, 3K or 5K challenge.

Walking, run-walking and shorter distances all count.

The goal is not for every child to run 5K non-stop. The goal is for every child to finish proud.

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Class to 5K is built around confidence, consistency and completion, not racing.

Some games include fun, controlled competition, but the main running sections are focused on pacing, effort and confidence.

It means pupils are allowed and encouraged to use walking as part of the programme.

Walk breaks are planned into the sessions because they help children recover, stay in control and build confidence gradually.

Run-walk is not failure. It is part of the method.

Class to 5K was created by Coach Jules from HybridFitLife.com.

The programme was designed to help schools deliver a simple, positive and confidence-building running challenge while giving families the option to get involved at home.

Still have a question?

Want to know more about how Class to 5K works, what you school needs, how the parent programme fits in or how to get started? We’ve answered the most common questions in one place.
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