INTRO TO ADVENTURE RUNNING
NEW DATE: 12 - 14 MAY 2023
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PRICE:
£295pp
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: £85 PP
“Absolutely loved it from start to finish. The guides were incredibly friendly, organised and swung calmly into action during a minor incident. The running views were incredible and the routes were well planned, with plenty of refreshments tailored to personal preferences. Would 100% re-book to go again.”
EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW
Join us on a spectacular weekend of trail running in waterfall country, South Wales.
The weekend is aimed at beginners / early intermediates looking to get into off-road running but is also open to all levels and experiences of running.
Over the course of two days, we’ll showcase all aspects of trail running as we move through a range of changing terrain, with the addition of lower-level mountain running too. The aim is to develop trail running essential skills, helping you to grow your confidence, and improve and enhance your running and technique, giving you the skills to run stronger for longer, as well as sessions on uphill and downhill running.
Previous experience is not necessary. All runs will be at an easy, sociable pace.
DATE: 12 - 14 MAY 2023
TRIP ADVENTURE GRADE: A2
DISTANCE: Approx. 15km
MAX. 12 RUNNERS
Would you like to talk to a Pure Trails team member to learn more about this trip?
ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE
Waterfall country in the south Brecon Beacons is a breathtaking spot and an area of outstanding natural beauty; over a dozen waterfalls pepper the surrounding countryside, with a tremendous series of trails that wrap through forests. Not forgetting the rising Brecon Beacon mountains as our backdrop.
HIGHLIGHTS
A perfect weekend of trail running for beginners looking to develop off-road running
Fully guided by two qualified running guides in the immense waterfall country
Develop trail running essential skills, helping you to grow your confidence
Improve and enhance your running and technique, giving you the skills to run stronger for longer
INCLUDES
1 Nights accommodation at the Nant du Lodge (twin/double share)
Trail running on spectacular trails
Snacks, nutrition, and lunch
Tea & Coffee
Running technique and advice from UK-qualified coaches
Workshops
Guided trail running
Two qualified trail running guides throughout
Return transfers from the hotel - trailheads
Trails & Trees: with every booking, we plant a tree
EXCLUDES
Arrival/departure transportation
Personal equipment
Personal Insurance
Beverages, snacks, evening meals
Laundry
Tips
ITINERARY
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+ DAY 1: ARRIVE INTO BRECON BEACONS
Arrival into Brecon Beacons in time for a group dinner at the Nant du Lodge starting at 19:30 (dinner/drink cost excluded)
Drinks in the bar and catch up with the rest of our team + a briefing about the weekend ahead
Optional: Overnight at the Nant Ddu Lodge (aditional cost)
+ DAY 2: FULL DAY IN WATERFALL COUNTRY
Breakfast, kit check before heading to the trails
Morning guided trail running with workshops along the way (approx. 7 miles)
Lunch
Afternoon guided trail running on Mountain running (approx. 4 miles)
Return to the hotel for 17:00
Relax, drinks in the bar with Q/A & talks before dinner
Overnight Nant Ddu Lodge
+ DAY 3: MORNING TRAILS - DEPARTURE
Breakfast
Morning guided trail running with workshops along the way (approx. 5 miles)
Return to Nant Ddu Lodge
Departure
*Please note that the itinerary is subject to minor changes. We may run distances further or less depending on the general feeling of the group.
FAQ
GROUP MANAGEMENT
Being a group of max. 12 runners with a mixture of ages and running abilities we may decide to split into flexible groups, all of which will be supported by our running guides who will travel with us on the trip.
Splitting the group will allow us all to move more fluidly, allowing all team members to run at their own comfortable pace, without feeling pressured.
TRAIL RUNNING
The terrain is undulating and includes some steep uphill sections which we walk, as well as some shorter, steeper downhill sections at times.
We’ll be running through forested trails, rolling hills and up a low-level mountain. Underfoot conditions consist of hard-packed and forested trails which make for very enjoyable running, however, if it rains the trails could become slippy. Trail running shoes are advisable.
TEMPERATURES
We run the trails in spring when the trails in waterfall country will be lush and green. We can expect daily temperatures to sit on an average of 15 - 18 degrees C.
You should also prepare for the chance of rain and wind, as well as bright sunshine.
PROFESSIONALLY LED
The journey will be hosted by two qualified running guides, we’ll travel as a group at a sociable and easy running pace that suits everyone in the group.
PACE OF THE WEEKEND
Designed for beginners/intermediates this is an easy-paced weekend without pressure. We welcome all levels of runners regardless of experience.
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