Be a Run In England Group Leader

Love your running? Could you inspire new beginners?
You may be just the person to lead a group!  If you are enthusiastic, supportive of beginners, with some running experience- a bit of free time and a willingness to complete a one-day course.

You don't need speed to lead!

What our leaders have in common

Our leaders are as varied as our members but they all have common factors:

• A love of running - social running, fun running, improvement and perhaps competition
• They enjoy meeting others and sharing their knowledge and experience.
• They’re patient and value the complete beginner as much as anyone.
• They enjoy watching others succeed.
• They worry that they don’t know enough, aren’t fast enough or good enough, but their groups tell you they’re all wonderful!
• Some have run for a lifetime, others for a year or two and started as beginners.

How are our leaders supported?

• A leader’s biggest rewards are the group's progress and achievement.  We support our leaders with training, paperwork, ongoing advice and a share in our successes.
   
• Our leaders are qualified and fully insured following completion of the Leadership in Running Fitness course and CRB clearance. Click here for course details.
   
   

How are our leaders rewarded?

• Some are paid by their employer for their time and commitment.
   
• Some volunteer their time.
   
• Some are paid £2 per group member per session which they may keep or donate them to charity. 
   

CRB Checks

It’s IMPORTANT to apply for a CRB check as soon as possible to prevent delays starting your group, as they can take 2 to 3 months to process. All Group Leaders need to provide a current UK Athletics Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) clearance prior to starting a group. Please don't plan to start your group until you have received the disclosure. You can find details of applying for your CRB check here!

Want to know more?

Send us an email to info@runinengland.co.uk to find out more.