Fall: Learn to Trail Run 5 Week Clinic
Train for the Horseshoe Valley Hustle.
Build confidence on the trails.
Ready to take your running off the pavement and into the woods? Our 5 Week Learn to Trail Run Clinic is designed to help you feel strong, confident, and prepared on real trails, whether you are training for the Horseshoe Valley Hustle or just looking to try something new.
This clinic blends simple, practical learning with guided trail runs at Horseshoe Valley Resort, giving you the skills and experience to tackle hills, terrain, and distance with confidence. Each session starts with a short in room chat on a key topic, followed by a guided run where you put it into action right away.
No pressure. No intimidation. Just supportive coaching, fresh air, and progress you can feel.
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What You’ll Learn
Each week focuses on a core skill to help you run smarter and stronger on the trails and ends with a guided trail run!
Week 1 | Tuesday, September 15 | 6:00–7:30PM
Intro to trail running
Movement Foundations (difference between road vs trail running, how to tackle hills and proper footing)
Week 2 | Tuesday, September 22 | 6:00–7:30PM
Building your pace: Training
How to structure your own training.
Week 3 | Tuesday, September 29 | 6:00–7:30PM
Strength training and injury prevention for runners (why runners get injured and how to prevent it)
Learn how strength training can support and improve your running)
Week 4 | Tuesday, October 6 | 6:00–7:30PM
Nutrition for runners (fueling for training)
Performance and hydration
Week 5 | Tuesday, October 13 | 6:00–7:30PM
Race Strategy and mental prep (putting it all together so you can run your best race)
Focused on debunking common myths regarding the relationship between running and strength training. The presentation aims to show how runners can safely and effectively integrate strength training and mobility into their routines to improve their performance and durability. A component of this presentation will be an interactive gym session; come prepared to move. The session is led by Courtney, owner of Horseshoe Valley Fitness and an experienced track athlete and coach, and Michelle, founder of MJ Pilates and marathon runner with a background in rehabilitation and body mechanics.
What’s Included
Weekly in room discussions on key trail running topics
Guided trail runs to practice skills in real conditions
Training tips and strategies you can use anywhere
Confidence to take on the Horseshoe Valley Hustle or your next trail race
Who This Clinic Is For
Road runners interested in transitioning into trail running
Beginners or newer runners wanting to build fitness, endurance, and confidence
Anyone preparing for the Horseshoe Valley Hustle, whether targeting the 5KM or 10KM distance
Runners should have a foundation and be able to run about 3KM
Practical Prep
Trail running shoes are recommended. Road shoes work if trails are dry
Dress in layers suited for the weather
Bring water or a small hydration pack
Snacks are optional, especially if coming straight from work
Seasonal extras like a headlamp, sunscreen, or bug spray if needed
Pricing
Clinic Registration Only
$80 + HST
Clinic Registration + Horseshoe Valley Hustle Race Entry
$115 + HST
Includes a $10 savings and gets you race day ready
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