Couch to 5k with Jog Derbyshire

If you're new to jogging, Couch to 5k is a great programme for complete beginners which aims to build you up gradually over a few weeks.

A number of Jog Derbyshire groups are currently running a Couch to 5k programme in 2023. These are:

New Mills Leisure Centre: Starts 26th February for 12 weeks. Takes place on a Sunday morning from 08.45 - 9.45. Meet at the main entrance to the leisure centre. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/newmillsleisurecentre/

Shirland Jog Club: Starts 18th January. Takes place every Wednesday evening at 6.30pm. Meet at the Red Lion pub in Shirland. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/groups/358159369688504

Cannon Events: Wednesday from the Technique Stadium in Chesterfield and Thursday from Sharley Park Leisure Centre in Clay Cross both at 6.30pm. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063629677883

Overseal Running Club Couch to 5k: Starts Sunday 8th January with a meet and greet. £20 for a 10 week programme. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/groups/1004447410493130

Pride Joggers: Starts 11th January. Meet at Derby Arena on Wednesdays at 6pm. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/trottersjoggroup

Smalley Road Runners: Starts 10th January. Meets on Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm at Heanor Conservative Club. Find more more https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100039037187268

North Derbyshire Running Club: Starts 6th March. Meet at Queens Park Leisure Centre, Chesterfield on Monday and Wednesday evenings, 6.15pm for 6.30pm start. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/NorthDerbyshireRC

Ilkeston Joggers: Starts 4th January. Numbers are limited and it’s already subscribed so get in touch with the group first to check if any spaces have become available. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/IlkestonJoggers/

North Wingfield Joggers (new Jog Derbyshire group!): Starts 18th January at 18.45 from the Blue Bell Pub on Station Road in North Wingfield for a 9 week programme. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/groups/815424032876199

Rogue Runners Ripley: Starts 9th January. Meet on Monday evenings at 6.30pm at Ripley Market Place. Running both Couch to 5k and Sofa to 3k for those looking for a more gradual introduction to jogging. More info https://www.facebook.com/RogueRunnersRipley

Derby Joggers: Starts 9th January. Meet at Sports Direct, Pride Park at 6pm on Mondays, 6pm at Springfield Leisure Centre, Oakwood on Thursdays and 8am at Alvaston Park on Saturdays. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/groups/derbyjoggers

Borrowash Jolly Joggers: Starts 9th January. Meet at 7pm by the clock in Borrowash Co-op car park for 9 weeks. Find out more https://www.facebook.com/JogderbyshireBorrowash