Courses

The Natural Running Course is set in the around Lake District with access to beautiful running terrain.  The objectives of the course will include the following

• Understand more about running injuries and how to avoid them

• Take the opportunity to assess your own running style through video analysis

• Learn how to run more efficiently and effectively to maximise your own potential

• How to introduce an element of fun and play into your training programme

• Understand how you can benefit from the Alexander Technique 

• Meet, run and have fun with a small group of like mind people

• Enjoy running freely over deserted beaches, valleys and lakesides

• Participate in topical debates about shoes, running machines and other products

• Access expert advice from qualified running tutors and a sports video specialist

Course Structure

The course starts at 9am on Saturday (there is an informal get together in the Ship for people who arrive on Friday evening) The course ends at lunchtime on Monday

The typical course structure is split in the following sessions:

Morning   : warm up and group running
Afternoon: individual Alexander lesson, personal video session, free time
Evening   : topical debate, expert video analysis, group dinner

Each course is limited to 10 participants to ensure individual attention from the tutors. 
The activities will take place in the idyllic La’al Barn and on location (depending on the weather).

We are happy to work with people from all levels of running experience and ability but we do suggest, as a minimum, you can run 5kms in around 30 mins. The course will offer you a choice of running shorter or longer distances depending on your preferences.

The cost (excluding accommodation) is £200 a booking from can be downloaded here.

You can e-mail us with any queries but, to be honest, we really would like to talk to you so do feel free to give us a call at our Bashful Alley Centre on

01524 844 299

CROSSING THE LINE
Saturday 24th - Monday 26th May
Tutors: John Woodward, Janet Dutton, Tom Urry

JOGGEN MIT JOHN WOODWARD
Friday 20th - Sunday 22nd June
At the Spielraum, Berlin, Germany
Contact spielraum@bousset.de for info

CROSSING THE LINE
Saturday 26th - Monday 28th July
Tutors: John Woodward, Janet Dutton, Tom Urry

CROSSING THE LINE
Saturday 20th - Monday 22nd September
Tutors: John Woodward, Janet Dutton, Tom Urry

OR why not try a short 'taster' session..
Get your friends or running club colleagues together and we can provide an introductory course in your
local area.
There are also individual running sessions at our centres in Lancaster and the South Lakes.

Contact us for more info

Download Booking Form (full terms and conditions included)