8-Week Beginners to 5K Course
January 2026
A supportive, structured programme designed to help complete beginners learn to run with confidence.
ABOUT THE COURSE
From Couch to 5K in Just 8 Weeks – Start Your Journey!
Curious about running but unsure where to begin? Join Team Green – a welcoming, beginner-friendly community with expert coaching and zero pressure. Transform your fitness with smiles and support, starting January 19, 2026. Ready to take the first step?
BENEFITS
What You’ll Achieve in 8 Weeks
8 Coached Weeks + 2 weeks membership
Progressive, walk-run plan & sessions
Coach Support
Encouragement each week
Club FB Groups
Online Support & Motivation
Members Only App
Club news, exclusive discounts & more
Injury-safe Progression
Build up sensibly
Graduation & Celebration
Your first 5K finish
Winter Beginners — get started from 19th January.
Commit and Buy the Course £99.99 £74.99 OR book an Introductory session and then pick the membership that works best for you.
FIND A CLUB
Find Your Local B2R Group
Trusted care, proven results
Our sister company delivers this same course in partnership with the NHS as a patient treatment — you’re in safe hands with your health.
Proven health benefits of running
Improves heart & circulation health
Lowers blood pressure and supports healthy cholesterol
Helps manage weight and blood sugar (risk of type 2 diabetes)
Boosts mood, sleep and energy; reduces stress & anxiety
Strengthens bones, muscles and joint function
Why GPs like people running
Simple, low-cost, and easy to start at any fitness level
Clear, measurable progress week by week
Helps common conditions: hypertension, pre-diabetes, low mood
Outdoors + social = better long-term adherence
Supports prevention & healthier lifestyles
Watch Team Geen in Action
FAQS
Still have questions?
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Buy the course £74.99 - get your journey underway - no commitment, no obligation to join at the end of course (but we hope you will)!
FREE Introductory Session book within the first 3 weeks of the course. After that, choose what fits to continue: go PAYG at just £6.50 per session, or pick £21.99/month for unlimited membership (1 month rolling contract - no long-term commitment) Beginners course included. -
No. People just like you start with us every month. We begin with a gentle walk-run plan, you progress at your pace, and our team + community support you all the way.
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Try to arrive about 10 minutes before the start time, so you can meet the Club Manager, Members and fellow Beginners. After a group warm up, we start week one with 1min runs and 1.30min walks, all at your own pace in a safe, secure environment. We will then cool down together. You'll train with the same format each session for several sessions while you build up your fitness and confidence.
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You don't need to rush out and buy any special running shoes or clothes. We recommend comfortable clothes, trainers suitable for exercise, a top to wear before/after the session, and a bottle of water.
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At B2R we have a saying 'Start as a Team, Finish as a team'. Our Team Leaders are trained to keep the group together at all times. You will never run alone or get left behind. Everyone is rooting for each other, and we always start and finish together.
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Our course is based on 3 sessions a week. Aim to attend club sessions twice weekly with 1 homework session. If you can only attend once, speak to your Club Manager—we’ll help keep you on track!
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Although it’s best to join from week 1, you can still join us up to week 3 of the course.
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We hope you’ll continue with us to keep improving and reach your next goal. After completing the course, you can move into our regular member sessions. If you bought the course upfront, you’ll need to choose a membership to continue. All Access or PAYG members just carry on as normal!
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We’re happy to help you choose the right option and find your perfect club.
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