Category Archives: Clinics

Spring Clinic: Learn to Run, Fool’s Run & Marathon Training starts Jan 9

Fools Run fun

With a new year comes new goals. We can help you with the running ones! Our spring clinics begin Thursday January 9 at 6pm at the store. Choose from Learn to Run 5k, Run More 5k to 10k, Run Faster 10k to Half Marathon (ends at the Fool’s Run), and Spring Marathon Training (ends at the Vancouver Marathon). Goal races: BMO Sunshine Coast April Fool’s Run & Relay, and BMO Vancouver Marathon.

Register for Clinic

Or join our year-round club for just $100 and have free access to all road running clinics we host in 2020, and enjoy the perks and discounts from January 1st to December 31st! (after joining the club you still need to register for the clinic, but you won’t be charged).

Join PaceSetter Club 2020

Clinic prices: $50 for Fool’s Run training (Learn to Run, Run More, Run Faster); $60 for Marathon Training. Drop-ins $5 per session.

Details: Brand new to running or coming back from a long break? Learn to Run 5k is for you (goal: 4-person relay). Comfortable with 5k and ready to increase your distance? Run More will prepare you for a 2-person relay or the Fool’s Run Half Marathon. Experienced runner wanting to improve your speed at the Fool’s Run? Join the Run Faster group (10k to Half). Going for the full marathon in May? Join the Spring Marathon Training group!

Clinic & Club members receive:

  • Twice-weekly coached training sessions with the group, from PaceSetter: Thursday 6:30pm and Saturday 8am. We’ll take a “field trip” for a Saturday run once or twice for variety. Saturday long runs for the marathon group will start earlier in the second half of the program.
  • 10% off all regularly priced items in store during the clinic (year-round for club members)
  • Full training program for the clinic duration
  • Technical training shirt
  • Member account on this site to access full schedules & training info
  • Exclusive invite to special party/shopping night at PaceSetter with double discount!
  • Discount codes for select Lower Mainland races
  • Advance access to new stock arrivals and clearance sales

Fall Clinic: Learn to Run, Run More and Run Faster starts Sep 19

Fall training

Crisp fall weather is coming and it’s perfect for running! Our fall clinics begin Thursday September 19 at 6pm at the store. Choose from Learn to Run 5k, Run More 5k to 10k, Run Faster 10k to Half Marathon. Goal races: Holiday Hustle 5k; Gunner Shaw 5k/10k; any late fall 10k or half marathon.

Register for Clinic

2019 Club Members register for free.

Drop-ins $5 per session.

Details: Brand new to running or coming back from a long break? Learn to Run 5k is for you. Comfortable with 5k and ready to increase your distance? Run More is for you. Experienced runner wanting to improve your speed? Join the Run Faster group (10k to Half).

Clinic & Club members receive:

  • Twice-weekly coached training sessions with the group, from PaceSetter: Thursday 6:30pm and Saturday 8am. We’ll take a “field trip” for a Saturday run once or twice for variety. Saturday long runs for the marathon group will start earlier in the second half of the program.
  • Optional Tuesday morning “Run Faster” training session in Halfmoon Bay (Welcome Woods area)
  • 10% off all regularly priced items in store during the clinic (year-round for club members)
  • Full training program for the clinic duration
  • Technical training shirt
  • Password access on this site to get full schedules & training info
  • Exclusive invite to special party/movie/shopping night at PaceSetter
  • A chance to win a pair of shoes!
  • Discount codes for select Lower Mainland races
  • Advance access to new stock arrivals and clearance sales

Spring Clinic: Learn to Run, Fool’s Run & Marathon Training starts Jan 12

Train with us for the Fool's Run

With a new year comes new goals. We can help you with the running ones! Our spring clinics begin Saturday January 12 at 8am at the store. Choose from Learn to Run 5k, Run More 5k to 10k, Run Faster 10k to Half Marathon (ends at the Fool’s Run), and Spring Marathon Training (ends at the Vancouver Marathon). Goal races: BMO Sunshine Coast April Fool’s Run & Relay, and BMO Vancouver Marathon.

Register for Clinic

Or join our year-round club for just $100 and have free access to all road running clinics we host in 2019, and enjoy the perks and discounts from January 1st to December 31st!

Join PaceSetter Club 2019

Clinic prices: $50 for Fool’s Run training (Learn to Run, Run More, Run Faster); $60 for Marathon Training. Drop-ins $5 per session.

Details: Brand new to running or coming back from a long break? Learn to Run 5k is for you (goal: 4-person relay). Comfortable with 5k and ready to increase your distance? Run More will prepare you for a 2-person relay or the Fool’s Run Half Marathon. Experienced runner wanting to improve your speed at the Fool’s Run? Join the Run Faster group (10k to Half). Going for the full marathon in May? Join the Spring Marathon Training group!

Clinic & Club members receive:

  • Twice-weekly coached training sessions with the group, from PaceSetter: Thursday 6:30pm and Saturday 8am. We’ll take a “field trip” for a Saturday run once or twice for variety. Saturday long runs for the marathon group will start earlier in the second half of the program.
  • Optional Monday morning “Run Faster” training session in Sechelt (10:30am)
  • 10% off all regularly priced items in store during the clinic (year-round for club members)
  • Full training program for the clinic duration
  • Technical training shirt
  • Member account on this site to access full schedules & training info
  • Exclusive invite to special party/movie/shopping night at PaceSetter
  • Discount codes for select Lower Mainland races
  • Advance access to new stock arrivals and clearance sales

Fall Clinic starts September 13 – Registration open now

Fall Clinic starts September 13, 2018

Fall is here – our favourite time of year for running! Cooler days and more energy. Our fall clinic begins Thursday September 13 at 6:00pm at the store (run starts 6:30), and includes Learn to Run 5k, Run More 5k to 10k, and Run Faster 10k to Half Marathon. Goal races: Holiday Hustle 5k, Fall Classic 10k & Half Marathon, or any fall 5k/10k/half distances in November/December.

Clinic price: $50 ($0 for PaceSetter Athletic Run Club members). Drop-ins $5 per session.

Register for Clinic

Join our year-round club for just $100 and have free access to all road running clinics we host from now until December 2019 (first time members can join from Sept-Dec 2018 and get 4 months free!), and enjoy the perks and discounts all year!

Join PaceSetter Club

Clinic & Club members receive:

  • Twice-weekly coached training sessions with the group, from PaceSetter: Thursday 6:30pm and Saturday 8am. We’ll take a “field trip” for a Saturday run occasionally for variety.
  • Optional Monday morning 10:30am training session in Sechelt
  • 10% off all regularly priced items in store during the clinic (year-round for club members)
  • Daily training program in calendar format
  • Password to member pages on this site to access full schedules & training info
  • Exclusive invite to special party/movie/shopping night at PaceSetter, where we’ll draw one name for a pair of Brooks shoes!
  • Discount codes for select Lower Mainland races
  • Clinic training shirt (club members get 1 per year included, extras only $10 ea.)
  • Club members also get advance access to new stock arrivals and clearance sales

Fools Run to SVHM Half Marathon & 5k Training

Clinics for all levels

Half Marathon, 5K, 10K

Eight week clinic. Carry over your fitness from the BMO April Fool’s Run to the Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon & 5k. Also included: 10k option. We also offer a Learn to Run 5k group for folks new to running or coming back after a long break.

Register online or in-store. $40 clinic fee includes:

  • Twice-weekly coached training sessions
  • Complete training program in calendar format
  • 10% off all store purchases during the clinic (regular priced items)
  • PaceSetter T-shirt
  • Special Party/Movie Night with food and prizes and bigger discount
  • Training tips
  • Facebook group and email support

Register Now!

Free for 2018 PaceSetter Run Club members.
Drop-ins welcome, $5 per session.

Join our year-round club for just $100 and have free access to all road running clinics we host in 2018, and enjoy the perks and discounts from January 1st to December 31st!

Join PaceSetter Club 2018

Team Wolverine Athletics Trail Clinic #2: April-May 2018

Get ready and comfortable on the trails!

Team Wolverine AthleticsHave you been wondering what all the hype about trail running is? Have you been thinking of hitting the trails but not quite sure where to start? Then sign up for the trail clinic!

Trail running is all about having fun in the great outdoors; finding new trails; getting a good trail tan (getting muddy in other words) and socializing with other like minded people while you get ready for your first or next trail race.

Mike provides a 6 week trail clinic in partnership with PaceSetter Athletic. The clinics include fun and non-competitive trail runs with tips on trail running form and safety tips as well as a 10% discount at PaceSetter Athletic. There will be two sessions per week with a short mid-week run and a longer weekend run, so over the 6 weeks, you will get 12 runs. Thursdays at 6pm and Sundays at 8am.

​The trail clinic is set at the reasonable rate of $60 per 6 week trail clinic block. The second clinic started April 15th, it’s not too late to join!

Register Here

Sun Run InTraining Clinic starts January 21 at PaceSetter

Sun Run InTraining Clinic

Don’t miss out!
InTraining Clinic Begins January 21 in Gibsons
Registration Deadline is February 9

Vancouver Sun Run InTraining Clinics, presented by the Sun Run Stores and SportMedBCWant to get back into shape, thinking about running again or want to improve your time? The Vancouver Sun Run InTraining Clinics, presented by the Sun Run Stores and SportMedBC are back and have something for everyone!

To register visit www.sportmedbc.com.

ACCOMPLISH YOUR GOALS THROUGH INTRAINING!

REGISTER TODAY!

Your $150 (+GST) fee includes:

  • 13 weekly guided sessions with SportMedBC trained leaders
  • RYU Vapor Light Weight Long Sleeve Crew Neck T (retail value $73)
  • Vancouver Sun Run entry and an Alanic tech shirt (min. $49 value)
  • Vancouver Sun Run InTraining OnLine Log Book
  • Exclusive Running Gear GIFT CARD redeemable at Sun Run Stores
  • Expert advice and motivational support

To learn more or register for InTraining Clinics CLICK HERE.

Team Wolverine Athletics Trail Clinics start January 18

Trail Series with Team Wolverine Athletics

Get ready and comfortable on the trails!

Team Wolverine AthleticsHave you been wondering what all the hype about trail running is? Have you been thinking of hitting the trails but not quite sure where to start? Then sign up for the trail clinic!

Trail running is all about having fun in the great outdoors; finding new trails; getting a good trail tan (getting muddy in other words) and socializing with other like minded people while you get ready for your first or next trail race.

Mike provides a 10 week trail clinic in partnership with PaceSetter Athletic. The clinics include practical and theory elements, safety tips, a local trail map and a 10% discount at PaceSetter Athletic. There will be two sessions per week with a short mid-week run and a longer weekend run, so over the 10 weeks, you will get 20 runs, a theory and safety session leaving you ready to take the plunge and take on your first trail race.

​The trail clinic is set at the reasonable rate of $60 per 10 week trail clinic block. The first clinic starts January 18th!

Register Here

Spring Clinic: Learn to Run, Fool’s Run & Marathon Training starts Jan 11

Fall 2017 Clinic Members

Time to set your goals for the start of 2018! Our spring clinic begins Thursday January 11 at 6:30pm at the store, and includes Learn to Run 5k, Run More 5k to 10k, Run Faster 10k to Half Marathon (goes until April 5), and Spring Marathon Training (goes until May 3). Goal races: BMO Sunshine Coast April Fool’s Run & Relay, and BMO Vancouver Marathon.

Register for Clinic

Or join our year-round club for just $100 and have free access to all road running clinics we host in 2018, and enjoy the perks and discounts from January 1st to December 31st!

Join PaceSetter Club 2018

Clinic price: $50 for Learn to Run 5k, Run More 5k to 10k, or 10k to Half Marathon; $60 for Spring Marathon Training. Drop-ins $5 per session.

Clinic & Club members receive:

  • Twice-weekly coached training sessions with the group, from PaceSetter: Thursday 6:30pm and Saturday 8am. We’ll take a “field trip” for a Saturday run once or twice for variety.
  • Optional Monday morning training session in Sechelt if you can’t make Thursday evenings
  • 10% off all regularly priced items in store during the clinic (year-round for club members)
  • Full training program for the clinic duration
  • Member account on this site to access full schedules & training info, connect with other members, and more
  • Exclusive invite to special party/movie/shopping night at PaceSetter
  • Discount codes for select Lower Mainland races
  • Souvenir apparel item (TBC) up to $40 value!
  • Club members also get advance access to new stock arrivals and clearance sales

Fall 2017 Clinics: Learn to Run, Run Faster & Walk Club

Fall running clinic

Fall is here — time to get going on your fitness plans! Make it easy on yourself: join our 13-week clinic at PaceSetter starting Thursday, September 14th at 6:30pm. Choose from Learn to Run 5k, Run Faster 10k to Half Marathon, or Walking Club.

Group training sessions are from PaceSetter, Thursdays at 6:30pm (arrive at 6:10 for info talk) and Saturdays at 8:00am.

There is also a Sechelt Monday morning training option for those who cannot make the Thursday evening sessions in Gibsons. Meet at 10:30am at the parking lot beside Lucky’s Smokehouse on Wharf.

Clinic members receive:

  • 10% off regular priced store merchandise during the clinic
  • Full training schedule in a monthly calendar format
  • Coached training sessions 2x per week
  • Technical T-shirt
  • Invite to special party/shopping night with special discounts, food and prizes
  • Discounted race entries when available

Cost: $50. Free for 2017 PaceSetter Club members (shirt not included, you already have one).

Register Online Today

Already registered? Access our online Members-Only section by creating an account.

Summer 2017: Fools Run to SVHM Clinic

AFR to SVHM clinic

Half Marathon and 5K

Carry over your fitness from the BMO April Fool’s Run to the Scotiabank Vancouver Half Marathon. 5k training group option.

Register online or in-store. $40 clinic fee includes:

  • Twice-weekly coached training sessions
  • Full training program
  • 10% off all store purchases during the clinic (regular priced items)
  • PaceSetter T-shirt
  • Special Shopping Night with food and prizes and bigger discount
  • Training tips, nutrition, injury prevention etc.
  • Facebook group and email support

Drop-ins welcome, $5 per session.

Spring 2017: Fool’s Run Training Clinics

Half Marathon and 5K

Get yourself ready for the 40th Annual BMO Sunshine Coast April Fool’s Run. Train for the half marathon or relay.

Register now! $50 clinic fee includes:

  • Twice-weekly coached training sessions
  • Full training program to follow
  • 10% off all store purchases during the clinic (regular priced items)
  • Brooks training shirt
  • Special Shopping Night with food and prizes and bigger discount
  • Weekly info talks on the Wednesday night sessions – training tips, nutrition, injury prevention etc. (guest speakers on some dates)
  • Facebook group and email support