Running in Leeuwarden
All clubs and places for running in the municipality of Leeuwarden.
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Athleta Sports club in Grou 2 training sessions per week for members Trial training possibleBeginners welcome -
How to start running in Leeuwarden
You can run on your own, but with a running group or athletics club it is easier to keep going. There are groups for beginners who train from zero to five kilometres.
- Choose a groupThe running groups and training sessions are listed above. Many groups start a beginners' course in spring or autumn.
- Train with a group a few timesYou only need good running shoes.
- Join a fun runA five-kilometre run is a good goal to train towards.
Your first time
At a running group you start with a warm-up, then run in small groups at the same pace. Beginners' groups alternate running and walking. Bring running shoes and clothing suitable for the day's weather.
About running
You can run on your own, but many people run with an athletics club or running group. A guided programme builds up gradually, for example from zero to five kilometres in a few weeks. On the track you train for speed, on the road and in the woods for distance.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I go running in Leeuwarden?
- There are 3 places to go running in the municipality of Leeuwarden, including Athleta, Groene Ster parkrun, Grou.
- Where can you do a running trial class?
- Athleta, Grou and others offer a trial class or trial training session. Ask the club how to sign up.
- Is running in Leeuwarden suitable for beginners?
- Ask the club about a beginners' group; not every club states the level.