BUILDING COMMUNITY ONE TRAIL AT A TIME SINCE 2005.
P.A.C.E. offers 4 trail running clinics per year. Each clinic is 12 weeks in duration and since COVID-19, we have developed a format where we offer a balance of in-person training sessions with virtual sessions.
Wednesday is speed, strength, stamina focused, where athletes get to participate in time trials, hill climbs, fartleks, intervals, and more. Sundays are where athletes build and test their endurance with the long run.
Our clinics help take your running to the next level, whether you're novice or experienced. Each clinic has a slightly different theme to it, depending on the season, however throughout the year we cover using a training program, goal setting, running technique, gear, hydration, safety, nutrition, cross-training, mobility, injury prevention, race preparation and more!
Each clinic is coached by professional running coach, Rene Unser and supported by an incredible team of 14 experienced athletes who know the trails, love to explore and enjoy helping others reach their goals. The team is diversified and some are certified in alpine safety, personal trainers, coaches and they all recreate in a variety of outdoor pursuits!
Our clinics are more than a place to run - they're like coming home. You will make long lasting friendships, build new memories, push your limits and enhance your performance.
Wednesday is speed, strength, stamina focused, where athletes get to participate in time trials, hill climbs, fartleks, intervals, and more. Sundays are where athletes build and test their endurance with the long run.
Our clinics help take your running to the next level, whether you're novice or experienced. Each clinic has a slightly different theme to it, depending on the season, however throughout the year we cover using a training program, goal setting, running technique, gear, hydration, safety, nutrition, cross-training, mobility, injury prevention, race preparation and more!
Each clinic is coached by professional running coach, Rene Unser and supported by an incredible team of 14 experienced athletes who know the trails, love to explore and enjoy helping others reach their goals. The team is diversified and some are certified in alpine safety, personal trainers, coaches and they all recreate in a variety of outdoor pursuits!
Our clinics are more than a place to run - they're like coming home. You will make long lasting friendships, build new memories, push your limits and enhance your performance.
COVID-19 Safety Protocols
In response to COVID-19 we have adapted our programs to follow the recommendations set out by our public health officials and we will continue to monitor all updates as we go.
Although there are restrictions around COVID-19, we understand the valuable of staying connected with our community and we are deeply committed to continuing to help our athletes stay active, stay in touch and stay positive for the remainder of this challenging year.
There is no greater goal for us than to offer a safe environment for our athletes and community, therefore we have created the following protocols in accordance with the guidance of our Provincial (BC) and Federal Health Authorities as the leading experts on our overall response to the COVID 19 virus.
Although there are restrictions around COVID-19, we understand the valuable of staying connected with our community and we are deeply committed to continuing to help our athletes stay active, stay in touch and stay positive for the remainder of this challenging year.
There is no greater goal for us than to offer a safe environment for our athletes and community, therefore we have created the following protocols in accordance with the guidance of our Provincial (BC) and Federal Health Authorities as the leading experts on our overall response to the COVID 19 virus.
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GROUP RUN SAFETY PROTOCOLS
- Please stay home if you are feeling sick or have been feeling sick or around anyone who has been sick within the last 10 days. - Please stay in your vehicle until your "workout intro" time. - There is no loitering at the trailhead where the speed sessions take place before or after your speed session. - Please bring a face covering with you at all times, in the event you are unable to maintain 1-2 meters physically distancing or require assistance from a team member. - It is mandatory for you to wear your face covering and socially distance while receiving your workout instructions prior to every run. - All groups have staggered start times, to ensure there is little to no overlap between each group during the speed session. - Each runner is responsible for choosing their own warm-up & cool-down routes after receiving instructions and sticking to the timelines set within each group on Wednesdays. - Sunday run groups will be kept small to allow for social distancing. - Thank you for your cooperation. |
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Training Options
15km Group (not offered in the spring clinic)Wednesdays: approx. 45min session
Weekends: 60min to 2-2.5hrs The 15k group starts their long run at approx. 60min. So you need to be comfortable running this duration before signing up for the 15k group. Over the course of the clinic you will grow your long run upwards of 2-2.5hrs. Participants of this training group should be running road or trail 2x's per week for a minimum of 45min in order to safely build your endurance and speed and avoid injury in this training group. If you are someone who eventually wants to run over 15km, this training group does a really nice job on setting you up to jump into the 25k training group. |
25km GroupWednesdays: approx. 60min
Weekends: 90min to 4hrs The 25k group starts their long run at approx. 1.5hrs. So you need to be comfortable running this duration before signing up for the 25k group. Over the course of the clinic you will grow your long run upwards of 4hrs. Participants of this training group should be running a minimum of 2-3x's per week. One session approx. 1.5hrs and the other approx. 45min in order to safely build your endurance and speed and avoid injury in this training group. If you are someone who eventually wants to run your first ultra, this training group does a really nice job on setting you up to jump into the 50k training group. |
50km GroupWednesdays: approx. 75-90min
Weekends: 2hrs to 6hrs The 50k training group starts their long run at approx. 2hrs. So you need to be comfortable running this duration before signing up for the 50k training group. Over the course of the clinic you will grow your long run upwards of 6hrs. Participants of this training group should be running a minimum of 3-4x's per week. One session needs to be approx. 2-2.5hrs and the other two approx. 45min to 1hr in order to safely build your endurance and speed and avoid injury in this training group. Often this distance attracts ultra & road marathon runners who are looking for a change or to build more strength or avoid injury through trails. |
Please note: Our clinics are not learn to run clinics and have prerequisites that must be met before joining. If you do not have the prerequisites required for the long runs, you can still join and start running the Wednesday group speed sessions while you build your long run for the first half of the clinic. After 6 weeks you can check in with Coach R and reassess which group would be suitable to join to continue building your long runs. There are lots of valuable tools via our virtual platform that will help support & motivate you get started.
Please feel free to email me at pacesportsfitness@shaw.ca if you want to discuss further.
Please feel free to email me at pacesportsfitness@shaw.ca if you want to discuss further.
What's Included in 2021
NEW for 2021 we have a slightly new format that will allow more clinic participants, while reducing the group size to maintain safe COVID protocols.
Group training weeks will alternate with virtual training weeks. This means week one you will train with the group following our staggered COVID start times, on both Wednesday and Sunday. On week two, you will train virtually, following the training plan best suited for your goals and distance. Virtual runs are runs on your own or scheduled with those within your bubble.
This allows a natural 10 day isolation period between each training group and more flexibility for athletes to fit in their workouts around family, work, ski season and other commitments every other week, while still having the guidance and motivation to accomplish their goals.
Group training weeks will alternate with virtual training weeks. This means week one you will train with the group following our staggered COVID start times, on both Wednesday and Sunday. On week two, you will train virtually, following the training plan best suited for your goals and distance. Virtual runs are runs on your own or scheduled with those within your bubble.
This allows a natural 10 day isolation period between each training group and more flexibility for athletes to fit in their workouts around family, work, ski season and other commitments every other week, while still having the guidance and motivation to accomplish their goals.
Each clinic varies a little in what areas we focus on and offer, however here is a general overview:
- 6 in-person Wednesday speed sessions + 6 virtual sessions.
- 6 in-person Sunday long run sessions + 6 virtual sessions.
- Weekly e-coaching; a) newsletter + youtube instructional/coaching/motivational video.
- Experienced mentorship team which consists of 14 trail leaders.
- Access to our online Performance Centre with training videos, warm up drills, core routines, rehab and more.
- Training plans to accompany each training group, per clinic, based on the season and goals of the clinic.
- One "adventure run" per clinic, where we travel out of town for the day to explore a local trail system or climb a mountain in a neighbouring town. It's a road trip and we typically end up having pizza and beer or lunch on the beach to celebrate! *modified based on the current status of COVID-19*
- Our trademark PACE ENDURO's, which we started back in 2013. It's a 2-5hr enduro race where athletes can practice their new skills, challenge their fitness and test their race strategy.
- Fun virtual events such as music trivia, yoga classes and more.
- Fuelling / nutrition samples from Hammer Nutrition. (use code: PACE20 to receive 20% off online orders on www.hammernutrition.ca)
- Clinic swag or custom t-shirts, which will vary from clinic to clinic.
- Salomon Shoe Demo and info sessions *modified based on the current status of COVID-19*
- Social events outside of the clinic *modified based on the current status of COVID-19*
- Motivation, learn new trails, push your limits, meet new people, make memories and have fun!
Registration / Drop In's / Virtual Spots
Participants from the previous clinic will have priority registration for the following clinic. Any spots that were not carried over will open to the public.
Our refund policy is as follows: 50% refund if participation ceases due to a medical condition and if less than 50% of the participation was complete. No refunds if more than 50% of participation was reached.
We have 5 additional virtual clinic spots available for out of town athletes. This is a great option if you're looking for extra accountability, want to learn more, have access to a coach and feel connected to community. Out of town athletes have the same access as in-town athletes and the clinic fee is the same, however out of town athletes will receive three in-person zoom check in's with Coach R.
We do not allow drop in's as our clinics fill to capacity and follow a 12 week specific training program. Thank you for your cooperation.
PLEASE NOTE: clinic fees are non-transferable from clinic to clinic. As mentioned, we have limited spots in each clinic so we do not prorate fees. If you register for a clinic and cancel your registration before the clinic begins, you will be charged a $25 administration fee and once programming and training schedules are sent out $50 refund. Thank you for your cooperation.
Our refund policy is as follows: 50% refund if participation ceases due to a medical condition and if less than 50% of the participation was complete. No refunds if more than 50% of participation was reached.
We have 5 additional virtual clinic spots available for out of town athletes. This is a great option if you're looking for extra accountability, want to learn more, have access to a coach and feel connected to community. Out of town athletes have the same access as in-town athletes and the clinic fee is the same, however out of town athletes will receive three in-person zoom check in's with Coach R.
We do not allow drop in's as our clinics fill to capacity and follow a 12 week specific training program. Thank you for your cooperation.
PLEASE NOTE: clinic fees are non-transferable from clinic to clinic. As mentioned, we have limited spots in each clinic so we do not prorate fees. If you register for a clinic and cancel your registration before the clinic begins, you will be charged a $25 administration fee and once programming and training schedules are sent out $50 refund. Thank you for your cooperation.
Winter ClinicJanuary 6 to March 28, 2021
Base Builder Registration Opens: Public: Nov. 2, 2020 / 9am We call this clinic our Base Builder and it's guaranteed the best way to kick off your running goals in the new year! This clinic will provide structure to your training and help you get a jump start on your season, as you build a strong base for your early season goals. Not to mention, we have a blast this time of year frolicking in the snow.
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Spring ClinicMarch 31 to June 20, 2021
In Season Prep Registration Opens: Public: February 16, 2021 / 5pm Our spring & fall clinics are our most popular! The snow has melted, trails are clearing & warm weather is on the way. Training gets more specific as we get closer to race & adventure season. Athletes goals are typically tuned in, radars are set & motivation is high. It's go time & Coach R will give you the tools & support you need to work hard & achieve them!
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Summer ClinicJune 23 to September 12, 2021
In Season Prep Registration Opens: Public: May 2nd, 2021 / 7am PST Stay on track with the group workouts that count the most. Group runs are every Wednesday, where we mix up speed & adventure workouts. We will be monitoring the status of COVID-19 & may offer some Sunday group long adventure runs, as well. Stay tuned.
Athletes have a variety of training plans to choose from to help them stay motivated, progress their fitness and improve performance. |
Fall ClinicSeptember 14 to November 30, 2021
Maintenance Mode Registration Opens: Public: Aug 6th, 2021 / 9am The fall is such a beautiful time to run on the trails!
This clinic offers two training options. 1.) maintenance for those athletes who don't want to lose the fitness they've built but need some time to recover properly from their season. 2.) build phase to help those athletes who had setbacks or took the summer off to build their fitness back gradually and safely into the new year. |
