“Of all the paths you take in life,
make sure a few of them are dirt.” - John Muir 

Trail Heads Training

We hope you are ready for challenging adventures where you get dirty, climb hills, and jump through puddles. Trail Heads will take you off the road and onto some awesome nature trails, exploring the Tri-Valley and East Bay while you enjoy the physical and mental benefits that come with running off the beaten path.

 The Trailheads are calling!

 2023 Training Sessions

Session One (Advanced Runners): January 29 - April 23 | Goal race: Horseshoe Lake - Skyline Ridge

Register Here!

Session Two (Advanced Runners): Late Summer | Goal race TBD

Session Three (Intro to Trail Running 5K): Fall |Goal race TBD

Learn More - Session One starts January 29

This 12-week trail running program is geared towards advanced runners who want to branch out with new experiences within their weekly running routine or for those who already run trails, and are looking to expand their knowledge and skills. 1x per week guided training runs will explore the trails of the East Bay and Tri-Valley. Each week will look a little different in terms of the trailheads where we start our runs and the distances we run. Trail Heads does not prepare you for any specific distance, but rather teaches the techniques and skills of trail running. We will provide a 12-week mileage training plan customized for you, which will progress incrementally from week to week.  Each week will include an educational element of trail running and trail racing to prepare you for your next adventure!

Session One will prepare runners to participate in the Horseshoe Lake race in the beautiful Santa Cruz mountains, with distances from 5 miles to 50k.

TIME AND LOCATION
Location: Various East Bay Trailheads - Coach will determine each week
Time: Sundays at 8:00 am
Distance: Starts at 5 miles and progresses to 13.1 miles or greater 
Coaches may adjust the level of difficulty and distance based upon participants' trail running experience. 

COST: $199

REQUIREMENTS
Our advanced trail running programs target runners and run/walkers who are currently comfortable completing road 10Ks and half marathons
Runners should not have any active injuries
Participants must be 18 years or older 

THE PERKS
Weekly guided trail run - 12 weeks
Experienced coaches
Training plan to meet your mileage goals
10% discount at Pleasanton Fleet Feet store during the program
Education on injury prevention, safety, trail running technique, shoes, running gear, and more
Meet new friends on a quest for adventure
Email guidance from your coach and membership to private chat group
Tech training shirt
A bona fide excuse to get dirty!

REGISTRATION INFO 
No refunds after first day of training
Training fee does not include any race entry fees 
Limited to 20 trainees 

 Session Two: Trail Heads | 5k Trail Training

More information will post this summer before the program starts in September, but here's a sneak preview:

This 8-week introductory program will acquaint you with running on different trails in the local area. Learn the twists and turns, ups and downs and pure ENJOYMENT of trail running while becoming more comfortable with off-road terrain. Group sessions will include methods to help avoid injuries, tips on how to stretch, recover, and ways to stay hydrated and fueled. You will learn basic trail navigation and safety with runs from 2-4 miles each week.

Because of the more challenging nature of trail running, participants should currently be running a minimum of 3 to 4 days per week with a total weekly mileage of 9 miles or more.

Questions? Not sure which program is right for you? Contact

Coach Ethan Falls - Ethan.falls@fleetfeet.com
or Operating Partner Jahdai Bolds - Jahdai.bolds@fleetfeet.com