More than just a run club
We’re a growing trail running community born in Kent — built by the team behind some of the most loved trail races in the South East.​​
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At its heart, this club is simple.​​
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Time on the trails has a way of lifting a tough day, building confidence, and turning strangers into friends — one muddy step at a time.​​
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Whether you’re new to trail running, building towards your first ultra, or just want to run with like-minded people — you’re welcome here.​​
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No egos. No pressure. No judgement.​ Just good people on great trails.​​
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We'd love to run with you.
What You Get As A Member
Every membership tier is built around the same belief - that the best running happens in good company, with the right support behind you.
Depending on your membership level, you'll get access to:
✔ Regular trail runs for all abilities
✔ A welcoming, supportive community
✔ Optional structure to help you progress
✔ Access to training guidance and support
✔ Discounts and priority access to Embrace events & partners
✔ Social events and training weekends.
How Our Club Runs Work
A mix of social, structured and community-led runs designed to support every stage of your journey.
Weekly
Social Runs
Relaxed, inclusive trail runs (typically 6–10km), focused on community, conversation and enjoying the trails, with chance to socialise afterwards.
Weekly
Coached Sessions
​Structured sessions including hills, tempo, night running and technique — designed to help you build confidence and improve.
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Long Runs
Steady trail runs at the weekend (16–20km+) to build endurance and prepare for bigger goals and race distances. Suitable for all paces.
Monthly
Runaround Kent
Our free monthly 10 mile community run - open to everyone and in different locations. The perfect way to try the club before you commit.
These sessions form the core of the club and are part of our Trail and Ultra memberships.
Community members can stay connected and join our monthly Runaround Kent runs - but if you want to run with us each week, that's what the Trail and Ultra memberships are for.
When & where we run
We run multiple times each week, with a consistent schedule designed to help you build routine, stay accountable and make progress — all within a supportive community.
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Weekly Schedule
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Tuesday Evenings ( 18:30pm) - Coached Session (~60mins)
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Wednesday Morning (07:30am) - Early morning social run (~60mins)
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Thursday Evening (18:30pm) - Main club night (~60mins run + optional socialise after)
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Sunday Morning (08:00am) - Long run (~120mins, different locations)
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Locations
Our core hub is based in Mid Kent, in close proximity to Maidstone and Rochester, with all midweek runs starting from fixed locations.
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Weekend long runs take place at different locations across Kent, giving you the opportunity to explore a variety of trails.
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As the club grows, we’ll expand into additional areas through satellite clubs, giving more runners the opportunity to train closer to home while staying connected to the Embrace Ultra community.
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Member Access
Full details including meeting points, routes and weekly updates are shared directly with Trail & Ultra Members via our booking system and member hub.
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All runs with the exception of Runaround Kent are for Trail & Ultra Members only and must be booked in advance.
Choose your membership
There’s a place for everyone — whether you want to stay connected, run regularly, or build towards something more.
Community Member
Free
A great starting point and simple way to get involved, stay connected and be part of the Embrace Ultra community.
Includes:
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Access to monthly Runaround Kent series
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Stay connected with the community
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Monthly updates and news
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Occassional open club sessions​​
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Trail Member
£10 per month
Perfect for running regularly, building confidence on the trails & being part of a welcoming community.
Includes:
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3 weekly social runs (incl. one long)
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Access to online members hub
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Training plans to support your training
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10% off Embrace Ultra events & merch
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Invites to socials, events & training weekends
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Opportunity to wear official club kit.​​​​​
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Ultra Member
£15 per month
For runners who want a bit more support, structure and guidance as they build towards their goals.
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Everything in Trail membership, plus​​
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Weekly group coached session
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Monthly coaching webinar & Q&A
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15% off Embrace Ultra events & merch
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Exclusive partner discounts
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Priority event access
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Free Embrace Ultra buff (after 3 months)​​​
COACHING & TRAINING TO HELP YOU PROGRESS
For members who want a more structured or personalised approach, we offer additional coaching options
A fully bespoke coaching experience, with a personalised training plan, direct coach support and race planning to help you perform at your best.
1:1 Coaching
£100 per month
A structured training plan delivered weekly through TrainingPeaks, with group coaching guidance and regular check-ins to keep you consistent and progressing.
Group Coaching
£30 per month
Is this for you?
If you'd rather spend a Saturday morning on the trails than a treadmill - this is for you.
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​It’s for anyone who wants to meet like-minded runners, make friends and feel part of something local and welcoming — not just turn up, run and head home.
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You might be:
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New to trail running and looking for guidance
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Moving up to longer distances like 50k or 100k
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Training for your next ultra
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Or simply someone who enjoys running more with others than alone
Why it matters to us
Everything we do is rooted in a simple belief — trail running should be inclusive, accessible and sustainable. It shouldn’t feel intimidating. It shouldn’t feel exclusive. It should feel welcoming, supportive & built to last.
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As the team behind Kent’s largest trail and ultra races, we care deeply about growing the local trail running community the right way — responsibly, respectfully and with genuine pride in the landscapes we’re lucky enough to run through.
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We’re not here to build numbers for the sake of it. We’re here to build a community, helping more people discover the trails and to provide support at every stage of your running journey.​
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The trails that shaped us are the same ones we want to share with you.
Get more involved
There’s more than one way to be part of the community.