Improve your running skills and join the running training sessions at Olympos!
Want to be well prepared for your distance in the Utrecht Marathon on 31 May 2026? The Olympos Sports Centre at Utrecht Science Park offers 10-week running training programmes for different levels and distances.
Want to be well prepared for your distance in the Utrecht Marathon on 31 May 2026? The Olympos Sports Centre at Utrecht Science Park offers 10-week running training programmes for different levels and distances.
You will receive tips from professional trainers and improve your technique, speed and distance. Running in a group is also motivating and enjoyable. Watch the short video here and also here.
You can choose from the following training sessions:
- Monday 5.30-7 p.m: 5-10 km
- Tuesday 6.30-7.45 p.m: beginners
- Wednesday 5.30-6.45 p.m: all levels (in the city centre)
- Thursday 5:15-6:45 p.m: 10+ km (half/full marathon)
Here is how to register and join:
- You can register for free with OlymPas and join the trainings.
- Start registration for a new series of 10 weeks/training sessions: Monday 26 January.
- Start training sessions: in the week of 9 February.
- For more info and to register, go to the Olympos website.
Questions? Contact our Sports Desk via (030) 253 4471 or info@olympos.nl.
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