J and M Running

We are a fun, welcoming, and inclusive running community in Mid Sussex. Since 2010, we’ve helped thousands of people to get moving and chase their goals.

Our experienced and friendly team are all England Athletics qualified run leaders and coaches, as well as DBS checked. Whether you’re training for your next marathon or just getting started, they will share advice and techniques that will help you get the most from your running, make progress, and avoid injury.

We offer 8-10 guided sessions a week, as well as 8-week beginner courses starting in April and September each year.

You can enjoy unlimited running with us for just £35/year! And, before you join, we invite you to try out three run sessions for free.

With 200 current members, we know you’ll find like-minded people at J and M. Beyond the regular runs, you’ll be able to join the vibrant community at socials, fundraising events, parkruns near and far, and even overseas running trips.

Finally, as a not-for-profit group, we give our funds to charity, including by supporting J&Mers when they fundraise for the causes that matter to them.

Monday

• 6.15pm from Beech Hurst Gardens, our Monday evening session aims to help runners progress to running 7 to 8km  comfortably at a 6.30 - 7 min/km pace.

Tuesday

• 6.15pm from Clair Hall Car Park, Tuesday’s run is for those who want to go further and faster. With a mixture of on and off-road, the average distance is 10km.
• 6.30pm from Beech Hurst Gardens, our Tuesday evening walk is open to all and especially suitable for those coming back from injury. It covers a mix of on and off-road and is usually 6 - 7km long.

Wednesday

• 7pm from Beech Hurst Gardens, Wednesday’s run is for those building up their running. The distance is 5 - 6k at a pace of 7-7.30 min/km.

Thursday

• 6.30pm starting in rotating locations, this is a reps session which lasts about an hour and is suitable for all abilities. It is aimed at those who want to improve their speed or endurance.

• 7pm from the car park behind the Coop in Lindfield, this run is aimed at those who have completed a Learn to Run course and are building up their distance. Distance around 5 - 6k at a steady pace.

Friday

• 6.30am from the Dolphin Leisure Centre, our Early Birds run is a little longer, often around 8k at a 5-6 min/km pace.

• 9.15am from The Woodside car park, Bolnore Village, this is a very steady, social run of 7 to 8km at a 6.30 - 7 min/km pace. 

Sunday

• 8am from Jack and Jill Windmills, this early trail run covers 8 -10k at a steady pace.  The venue may change to add variety. 

Start Running (Again) course

• Starting in April and September, this course is suitable for those new or returning to running who need to build up their confidence. Over 8 weeks, we will run/walk our way to 5k! Week-by-week, we extend the distance while sharing tips about good running form and practice. This is a very supportive, ‘no pressure’ course. Next course starts on 28th April 2025.
• To find out more, email marionhemsworth@aol.com.