New Runners

Whether you’re new to Townsville or new to running … welcome!

For information on the beginners running clinic held in February go to Beginners Running Clinic

Townsville Road Runners are a social group that meet every Saturday morning,* all year round, regardless of rain, summer heat or cyclones (well, ok, maybe not in an actual cyclone). All Club runs and off-season runs are open to new runners and we encourage you to come down and have a go.

You don’t need to be a member you just need to enjoy running. There is a nominal fee for non-members of $4 per run (Fun Runs have varying entry fees) and this covers the after-run refreshments as well (tea, coffee, biccies, cordial).

The off-season runs are normally around 8km and there is a short course option for those just starting out which is around 4km. Club runs commence in the running season with the Dash for Cash Fun Run. The Club runs are open to everyone, are held at different venues during the year and are of various distances. A glance at the calendar will tell you what runs are coming up. These club runs are timed and recorded for your benefit and can be run competitively or as a social run, its up to you. Results are posted on the TRR website and in the Townsville Bulletin.

All you need to do is pick up a printed calendar from TRR or hop on this website to find out what run is on and to check the home page for any news items.

In addition to Saturday morning runs there are road runners out training most days of the week. Join one of the training sessions and really see your running take off.

If you do decide to take out a membership you will be eligible for club championship points. At the end of the year your best 16 runs count towards a placing in the Club Championship.. Age categories are: under 18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65 and over.

There is a wealth of information available on this website, including: • 2008 Townsville Running Festival • Club History • Club Newsletter • Club Merchandise • Out of town events

*unless there is a scheduled Fun Run on Sunday, check calendar.