Beginners Running Group

Beginners group is the ideal group for any-one wanting to get into or back into running. We provide a six week programme structured to take you from zero running to crossing your first 5 kilometre finish line. 

This year our beginner’s course will run from the19th May until Saturday 27th June 2026. 

No experience? No problem. Our wonderful group leaders will set the plan for you to achieve this goal. They will lead you, motivate and encourage you. You will do the tough work but as part of the club there will always be others on hand to help as well.

We meet at the Mount Maunganui Scout Hall on May Street. We run on both Tuesdays and Fridays from 9.20am - 10.30am over this period of 6 weeks. There is no pre-registration required, just turn up on the day in your running gear and bring your enthusiasm. We'll do the rest.

The cost for our beginners course is $55 and this includes membership to the club for the remainder of the financial year (31 Aug), payable in the first week of the Beginner's course. 

Children, no worries. We are also very lucky to have two babysitters at the hall who will mind your children while you run. The cost is just $3 per child, $6 for two children or $7 for three children or more. You can pay cash on the day or purchase a10-visit babysitting card. It's a good idea to bring your child’s morning tea and a favourite toy. If your child is little, please bring them in a pushchair or buggy.

We usually start at 9.20am, so if you have children, we suggest you be at the Scout Hall on May St early enough (around 9.15am) then you can sign in and settle yourself and/ or your child(ren) before we begin.  We are looking forward to having you join us at the club where will be able to answer all your questions or you can contact us here contact details

Join a community of beginners just like you.

When: Tuesday 19th May 2026

Where: Mount Maunganui Scout Hall, May Street.

See you there