Beginner-friendly. Walking counts. No running experience needed.
Beginner-friendly. Walking counts. No running experience needed.
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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.
No.
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.
Join the Class to 5K Parent Plan and get fit, feel great, and set a positive example. Build your fitness and confidence while supporting your child at home with simple, guided sessions that fit into family life.
