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Woodstock Runners Thursday Night Track

Canterbury NSW

About the Group Woodstock Runners Thursday Night Track is a weekly running session at Campbell Athletic Track in Canterbury, run by the Woodstock Runners club. What to Expect Expect a varied speed...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Thu Listed price: $128.00

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Woodstock Runners Saturday Drummoyne Run

Drummoyne NSW

About the Group Woodstock Runners Saturday Drummoyne Run is a weekly club run starting and finishing at Brett Park in Drummoyne. What to Expect The Saturday session usually covers 7 to 9...

Running

Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Sat Listed price: $128.00

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Newcastle Flyers Interval Sessions - Federal Park

Wallsend NSW

About the Group Newcastle Flyers Runners Club offers member interval sessions at Federal Park in Wallsend. The club supports runners who want a friendly, structured environment for improving speed and fitness. What...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Tue Listed price: $45.00

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Newcastle Flyers Long Run Sunday - Merewether Surf House

Merewether NSW

About the Group Newcastle Flyers Long Run Sunday is the club's weekly long run from Merewether Surf House. It is designed for runners building endurance, with several distance and pace groups. What...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Intermediate, Advanced Days: Sun Listed price: $45.00

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Pure Run Club Newcastle

Cooks Hill NSW

About the Group Pure Run Club is a free weekly social run hosted by Pure Performance. The Newcastle session starts from the Pure Performance Newcastle store and welcomes fitness enthusiasts of all...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Wed Listed price: Free

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Wooters Runners Wootervals

Newcastle East NSW

About the Group Wooters Runners is a social running club in Newcastle that aims to help people find fun and joy in running. Wootervals is the club's Monday evening interval session. What...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Mon Listed price: $15.00

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Wooters Runners Owls and Possums

Highfields NSW

About the Group Wooters Runners is a social running club in Newcastle. Owls and Possums is the club's Friday evening trail run for runners who enjoy more adventurous sessions. What to Expect...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Intermediate, Advanced Days: Fri Listed price: $15.00

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Runlab MYTRAILGROUP Newcastle

Highfields NSW

About the Group Runlab MYTRAILGROUP Newcastle is a coached trail-running group session for runners wanting structured trail-specific training. The session focuses on interval, strength and trail skills work. What to Expect The...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Intermediate, Advanced Days: Thu Listed price: $249.00

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Newcastle Flyers Interval Sessions - Fearnley Dawes Athletic Centre

Newcastle West NSW

About the Group Newcastle Flyers Runners Club offers member interval sessions at Fearnley Dawes Athletic Centre in Newcastle West. The club provides a friendly environment for runners working towards personal bests, with...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Tue Listed price: $45.00

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Running for Resilience - Bridge to Bridge

Parkes ACT

About the Group Running for Resilience Bridge to Bridge is a free social run or walk designed to help people move, connect and build community. What to Expect Participants meet near The...

Running

Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Thu Listed price: Free

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Running for Resilience - Denman

Denman Prospect ACT

About the Group Running for Resilience Denman is a free weekly social run or walk for people who want a welcoming way to move and connect. What to Expect The group meets...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Tue Listed price: Free

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Running for Resilience - University of Canberra

Bruce ACT

About the Group Running for Resilience at the University of Canberra is a free social run or walk that encourages movement, wellbeing and connection. What to Expect Sessions meet around the University...

Running

Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Tue, Thu, Fri Listed price: Free

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Canberra Runners TTS Group Runs

Yarralumla ACT

About the Group Canberra Runners TTS is a membership-based running group for runners of different ages and abilities, with regular weekday group runs and a longer Saturday run. What to Expect Tuesday...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Sat, Tue, Thu Listed price: $85.00

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Canberra Pub Runners - Kingston Hotel

Griffith ACT

About the Group Canberra Pub Runners is a social running group that meets weekly for a timed 5 km run, with the course and pub venue changing through the year. What to...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Tue Listed price: Free

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Running for Resilience - Kingston Foreshore

Kingston ACT

About the Group Running for Resilience is a free community movement group supporting connection, wellbeing and regular physical activity. What to Expect Kingston Foreshore sessions include self-paced 20 to 30 minute walk...

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Age: 18–65+ Ability: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Days: Mon, Wed, Fri Listed price: Free

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is running a winter or summer sport in Australia?

Running happens year-round, but training patterns shift with seasons. Winter is peak training season (cooler, better for distance). Summer requires early/late runs to avoid peak heat, and winter has its own challenges with cold and rain. Check your local running club for their seasonal programming.

What equipment do I need to start running?

Start with comfortable running shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, water and sun protection. You do not need a watch or specialist gear for most beginner sessions. Ask the organiser whether the route has water stops, requires a headlamp or reflective clothing, or involves trails where different footwear may be useful.

Can I join a running club if I can't run five kilometres yet?

Yes, provided the club offers a suitable pace or beginner program. Ask whether walking and run-walk intervals are welcome, what distance the group covers and whether it regroups so nobody is left behind. A gradual first five-kilometre plan can help, but you do not need to reach that distance before contacting a club.

What's the difference between a running club and a race training group?

A running club may offer social runs, club competition and sessions for several paces throughout the year. A race-training group usually follows a time-limited plan for a particular distance or event, with workouts such as intervals, tempo runs and long runs. Some clubs provide both, so compare the pace requirements, coaching and attendance commitment.

Do I need a coach to run faster?

Not required, but coaching helps with pacing, technique, and training plans. Many runners improve through consistent group running plus occasional coached sessions. Ask your running club for coaching recommendations.

Is it safe to run during hot weather?

Running in heat is possible but requires caution—proper hydration, sun protection, and listening to your body. Check the best time of day to exercise to avoid peak heat, and ask your running group about their hot-weather policies and best practices for staying safe.

What's the difference between a social group and lessons/coaching?

A social group usually focuses on regular, informal participation and meeting people, with less individual instruction. Lessons and coaching are led by an instructor and follow a more structured approach to developing skills, technique or fitness. Some activities combine both, so check whether a listing is social, coached or a mix before joining.

How do I find the right activity for my skill level?

Start with the age and activity filters, then check the listing for terms such as beginner, social, intermediate, advanced or all abilities. Look for the expected pace, distance, rules and equipment as well as the skill label. If anything is unclear, tell the organiser about your experience and ask what a typical first session involves.

Are activities free or do they cost money?

KeepActive lists both free and paid activities. Use the 'Show Free Activities Only' filter for no-cost options. Paid activities may charge per session, by term, through a membership or for venue hire, so check what the advertised price includes and ask about trial sessions, equipment hire and additional registration fees.

How do I join a group or sign up for lessons?

Click on the group listing to find their contact details, then reach out directly via their website or phone number. KeepActive helps you discover activities, but the organiser handles bookings and registration.

Do I need to commit to a group long-term?

Not always. Some social activities welcome casual drop-ins, while leagues, term-based lessons and coached programs may require registration for a season or set number of sessions. Check the cancellation policy, attendance expectations and payment terms with the organiser before committing.

Why should I join a social group instead of exercising alone?

Group activity can add routine, encouragement and accountability while giving you a regular way to meet people with a shared interest. It is not automatically better than exercising alone, but many people find the social commitment helps them stay consistent. Read more about group versus solo exercise and making friends through shared activities.

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