We help people run Half Marathons
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Are you feeling a little lost with your
Half Marathon training?
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Are you confused about how and where to start?
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Do you struggle to stay motivated with your running?
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Do you sign for races but never do the right preparation?
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Do you often end up getting niggles or injuries?
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Do you feel you need more than just a downloadable programme to follow?
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Do you wish you could be focused with your training?
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The RaceTeam difference - we have the proven formula that will get you to your Half Marathon
finish line
It's our '4 Step Half Marathon Plan'
'If I'm going to train for a race and put time into it, I want to have the best guidance' - Tim
Step 1
A programme that's proven and trusted
The RaceTeam programme has the key sessions you need to be successful with your training and has been designed carefully to enable safe conditioning for your body
Step 2
Mentors and Coaches to guide you every step of the way
Our coaches/mentors will guide you through your journey. They educate, motivate, and support you.
Step 3
A group of people all training towards the same goal
The group environment is vital. It motivates and supports you and it is fun!
Step 4
You run a Half Marathon!
You get fitter, healthier, and achieve a goal that is important to you.
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RaceTeam has helped over 3000 people
run Half Marathons
What people are saying about RaceTeam
''RaceTeam was by far the most organised and professional, but still fun group I have ever run with. I have been a runner all my life and have run with different groups in both Ireland and Auckland, and this one takes the cake. My speed, fitness and commitment to running has improved immensely in the last 10 weeks and I just can’t wait for the next one to start!! For anyone wanting to join a running group who are both supportive and encouraging and just a whole bunch of fun, I say go on and join Extra Mile Runners. Totally addicted to this running group now and you will be too!!!"
Melissa Temple
"For the last ten years the one goal on my bucket list that I've constantly said that I'll do is run a Half Marathon. But until joining RaceTeam this goal has gone unfulfilled with me feeling like a failure and the person that never follows through with anything. Well, not anymore ;-) I never would have achieved this goal without your support and guidance and for this I want to say a huge thanks!!! I've learnt heaps about myself and how I can achieve my goals in the future."
Amanda Polkinghourne
"To be able to run a half marathon was a goal of mine for a while "this year I will finally do it" had been my New Year's resolution. When I stumbled across RaceTeam not only did the support from Bevan, Jo and the coaches make me believe I could do it - but the team environment made me truly enjoy myself, a thought I would have previously believed to be mad!. This journey has taught me a lot about myself and the contentment that comes from doing something that is so challenging, rewarding and good for you!"
John Thompson
How does RaceTeam work?
RaceTeam is a 10 week group training Half Marathon programme. It has helped over 3000 runners achieve their Half Marathon goals, from first timers through to those that are aiming to achieve a personal best or improve their running technique (which goes hand in hand!).
RaceTeam ensures you get the key sessions into your training that you need to be fully prepared for race day including; a tempo session, an interval session and an endurance session. Our runners tell us that the programme enables them to turn up to race day 100% ready, they improve their technique, learn more about the "mind games" around running and make gains with their pace - they learn how to improve their running overall.
Our runners feel good about themselves because they achieve their goal, have made social connections within the team and often say how they find that "spark" of motivation - they are race ready.
The next RaceTeam is training for the Christchurch Half Marathon
RaceTeam Start Date: Week beginning 25 March 2019
Christchurch Half Marathon: Sunday 2 June, 2019
Click here to find out more about how RaceTeam works
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Who is RaceTeam for?
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If you want to complete your first Half Marathon but you are not quite sure where to start with your training
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If you want to improve your pace or aim for a PB
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If you feel you aren't improving with your running and want to find your next level through coach guidance
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If you want a coaching team to support you in your journey
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If you would like to train in a group environment for a race
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If you want to find your next level of motivation
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If you want to turn up race day knowing you have done everything possible to be successful
- If you want to improve your running
'RaceTeam was the best 10 week training period I have ever had. Great programme, great people, great outcome.' - Andrew
What people are saying about RaceTeam
'You will get to levels that you wouldn't achieve if you weren't in RaceTeam. Give it a go, I think you'll surprise yourself' - David
'It's such a helpful environment that is also a lot of fun' - Gemma
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What's my investment?
How often have you started a training plan and may have fallen off the wagon with it? Have you found that niggles and injuries have prevented you from achieving your half marathon goal? Are you finding your running isn't improving no matter how much training you do on your own? Have you lost your mojo with training? Is this a place you want to stay in?
Now is the time for change and RaceTeam is the path to choose.
RaceTeam Christchurch starts the week beginning 25 March 2019 and is training for the Christchurch Half Marathon on Sunday, 2 June 2019.
The RaceTeam programme includes:
- The 10 week RaceTeam training programme - with three levels for different levels for different abilities
- 30 group training sessions (3 sessions per week)
- Coaches to support and guide you at every session
- Education around correct running technique, race day nutrition, race day planning and everything else you need for success
- A group of like-minded people to share your journey with
- A 100% money back guarantee
'RaceTeam has everything you need for success. I took 15mins off my personal best, I would have never done this without RaceTeam.' - Kate
There are 3 steps to joining RaceTeam:
Step 1
Choose your payment option
Step 2
Go through the payment process
Step 3
Get started with your team
JOIN RACETEAM NOW
Our next programme starts: 25 March 2019
Training for the Christchurch Half Marathon, 2 June 2019
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(after the countdown clock hits zero, the registration fee is $329
or 10 x payments of $32.90)
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RaceTeam Christchurch
Start Date: Week beginning 25 March 2019
Race Day: Christchurch Half Marathon, 2 June 2019
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RaceTeam Christchurch
Start Date: Week beginning 25 March 2019
Race Day: Christchurch Half Marathon, 2 June 2019
The above payment option is by Credit or Debit Card.
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FAQs!
Will I be fit enough?
RaceTeam is designed for:
a) the runner who is looking to do their very first half marathon and who wants a group to train with and a programme designed for them.
b) the runner who has done a half marathon (or several) before and is wanting to challenge themselves and aim for a PB or improved time.
Before you start RaceTeam, you want to be running around 8-10km comfortably. It does not matter about your pace/speed - if you can run between 8-10km comfortably, you will be fine ;o).
The programme contains 1 x Track/interval session, 1 x Pace/Tempo session and 1 x Endurance session.
If you don't think you are at this level yet, check out our other programmes: Get up to Five & Club10k or 5km and 10km programmes.
When does RaceTeam start?
RaceTeam Christchurch starts week beginning 25 March 2019
We will be training for the Christchurch Half Marathon, 2 June 2019.
What is RaceTeam?
RaceTeam is a 10 week half marathon training programme with a group. It is designed for someone who is wanting to do their first half marathon or for someone wanting to achieve a PB, we have different levels of programmes you can choose from to suit you goal.
There are 3 group sessions a week..see the next FAQ for times and session locations.
When and where are the sessions held?
When you register, you choose to do either morning or evening weekday sessions:
Morning Sessions:
6.10am Monday & 6.10am Wednesday: Netball Courts (hospital end), South Hagley Park
+ Plus the whole group has a session on Saturday morning at 7.30am. The Saturday locations change each week, the meeting point and course map is included in the weekly newsletter we send to you each week of your programme.
Evening Sessions:
5.40pm: Tuesday & Thursday: Netball Courts (hospital end), South Hagley Park
+ Plus the whole group has a session on Saturday morning at 7.30am.
The Saturday locations change each week, the meeting point and course map is included in the weekly newsletter we send to you each week of your programme.
+Note: During the programme there are 3 x Saturday sessions that start at 7.00am - these are your longest run sessions so we start you a little earlier
What if I have to miss some sessions?
You will get the most out of this programme if you don't miss a session, consistency is key and the programme keeps progressing.
We understand that you might not be able to attend every session so as long as you feel you will be able to get to over 85-90% of the sessions you'll be fine. Plus we'll keep an eye on your attendance and if you miss a few we'll get in contact to check everything is ok.
If you are unsure about scheduling this into your life email us and we'll let you know if we think it can work.
How much base training should I do?
If you have a good base fitness and can run 8-10km+ keep that up until the start of RaceTeam. If you can start some core work and glute/leg strength work - even better. It is also a good idea to get a routine happening with your running as we find that often the hardest bit for some people is to actually get out the door and exercise regularly.
If you don't think you are at this distance yet, check out our other products: Get up to Five or Club10k.
How do I pay for RaceTeam?
There are 2 ways you can pay:
Option 1:
The easiest way is by credit card/debit card online via our Join Now page (link below)
1) 1 x Payment
2) 10 x weekly payments (these start immediately and will automatically finish once the 10 payments have been made).
Once you have chosen the payment method that works best for you click on the 'Buy Now' button that is under that option on the Join Now page. This will take you to our Paypal payment page, the world's leading online payment system store. You just then fill in your details to pay for RaceTeam.
You will receive an email from Paypal to confirm your payment. You will then be redirected to our website page where we ask you to fill in the form to complete your registration - once you have done that you will get a confirmation email back from us and you are ready to go! We will send you all the information you need for RaceTeam before we start.
Option 2:
By Direct Credit Transfer
Email us and let us know you want to pay by direct credit and we will send you the account details and the registration process.
Is the race registration included in my registration fee?
No. Race registration is not included in your RaceTeam registration. RaceTeam provided the 10 week training programme.
Please Register for the race via the race website: click here
Is there anyone I can talk to about RaceTeam?
If you want us to give you a call, email us with you details and we'll be in contact in the next 24 hours.
You can also text Bevan on 021 869 086 and he will call you back.
What do I need to bring to RaceTeam?
You need to bring a GPS watch, good running shoes, water, appropriate running gear, enthusiasm and energy ;o)
It's a good idea to check the weather forecast the day before the run to make sure you bring the appropriate clothing. We will be training in winter, bring gloves, hats, layers and warm clothes for before and after the sessions.
When we say "appropriate running gear" we mean good running shoes, ideally clothing with breathable fabric and warm clothes for before and after the run.
What if it's raining?
Rain, snow and hail does not stop us! We train in all kinds of weather. In the unlikely event we need to cancel a session due to weather we will email you and if you are unsure check our Facebook page as we will post on this page any cancellation notices too.
Fur Babies and Children
Please don't bring your dogs/children or babies to the sessions, the safety of our runners is top priority and the pathways can get congested. We would hate for someone to trip or fall or hurt themselves and our coaching team want to focus on you!
What is your refund policy?
If you choose to withdraw:
If you withdraw within 4 weeks (Weeks 1-4) of the programme start date we will refund or credit (valid for 12 months) your money, less the week's used (or part thereof) less a $25 admin fee. Please advise us via email of your cancellation.
If you withdraw after 4 weeks (from Week 5) there is no refund.
If you get injured:
Hopefully not! But if you get injured during the programme we will refund or credit (valid for 12 months) you for the amount you paid less the weeks you attended (or part thereof) and a $25 admin fee.
If you transfer to another group, there is a $25 transfer fee.
Is there a minimum age to participate in the programme?
Yes, the minimum age is 16 years old for any of our Extra Mile Runners programmes.
Remember that if you have any questions that we haven't covered here you can email us at any time, click here.
