Train for the Royal Sutton Fun Run with SE Fitness!
We’re thrilled to once again partner with the Sutton Fun Run to offer structured training support for your 8-mile challenge — whether you plan to run, jog or walk.
Our Sutton Fun Run training sessions are designed to help you build endurance safely, improve confidence and arrive on event day fully prepared.
This programme is open to everyone, not just SE Fitness members — so bring your friends along!
Who Is This Training For?
Our Royal Sutton Fun Run training is suitable for:
- First-time 8 mile participants
- Walkers preparing for the distance
- Runners building stamina
- Anyone wanting structured support
- Participants based in Sutton Coldfield and surrounding areas
We operate friendly pace groups — no one gets left behind.
Why You Should Train for the 8 Mile Distance
Let’s be honest — 8 miles is not a walk in the park (pun intended!).
To prepare properly for the Sutton Fun Run, we recommend:
- Two shorter runs or walks per week
- One longer run or walk per week
- Gradually increasing your mileage
Our structured training plan helps you:
- Build endurance safely
- Improve speed and stamina
- Reduce risk of injury
- Train on sections of the actual route
- Feel confident and ready on event day
Preparing correctly makes the event more enjoyable and significantly reduces fatigue and injury risk. We train on sections of the actual route, so you’ll feel prepared and familiar when it matters most.
Session Location
All training sessions meet at:
Wyndley Leisure Centre
Clifton Road
Sutton Coldfield
B73 6EB
Conveniently located for participants across Sutton Coldfield and the West Midlands.
Cost
- Included in SE Fitness membership
- Non-members:
£3.50 per session
£12 for 4 sessions
All non-member fees will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Society.
How to Join Our Sutton Fun Run Training
Ready to get started?
Click the link Become a member | SE Fitness | Running and Walking for Fitness and:
- Select “Fun Run Training”
- Submit your details
- Once received, we will email you to confirm which sessions you would like to attend
We can’t wait to support you on your journey to the start line
