Active Schools Running Clubs | Prestonpans
Running is continuing to grow in popularity as a sport, and we're delighted to have lots of opportunities to give running a go as we introduce more Active Schools Running Clubs across East Lothian. The Running Clubs will provide a great opportunity for children to improve their fitness, get outside, and get active before school, all while developing key running skills. Participants will join their friends in fun and energising running sessions, suitable for runners of all abilities.
Please see below for details of the latest available classes.
Longniddry, Preston Tower and St Gabriel's Running Clubs all return in Term 3. Booking available from 6pm on Monday 27th April for new participants. If your child has been attending in Term 1 and 2 you do not need to re-book.
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Volunteers
Thank you to our parent, staff, and community volunteers who support our Running Clubs:
- Eilidh and Heather at Longniddry
- Mr McAughey, Mrs Lewis and Kevin at Preston Tower (Preston Road)
- Miss Brown, Miss Fleming and Mrs Gourlay at St Gabriel's
We’re always looking for more volunteers to support our volunteer teams in delivering the Running Clubs so we can continue to grow the clubs and offer more spaces.
Would you like to join the volunteer team for one of our Running Clubs?
Could you help us introduce a Running Club at Blindwells, Cockenzie or Preston Tower West Loan?
All levels of experience are welcome and you don’t need to be a runner - you don’t even need to run (unless you want to). There are lots of ways you can help out during the sessions and support the Running Clubs.
Please email ssands@elcschool.org.uk to find out more and to get involved.
Prestonpans AS PLHS Running Club P7
PLHS Running Club P7 Transition
Booking available from 6pm on Mon 27th April
Venue: Grass Running Track, PLHS Playing Fields
Ages: P7 (with S1-3 as transition activity)
Dates: Mondays - May 25th; June 1st, 8th (3 sessions)
Time: 3:45-4:30pm
Cost: FREE
Activity Leaders: Susan Malamos
Kit Required: Clothing and footwear appropriate for outdoor activity on grass (shorts, jogging bottoms or leggings; t-shirt/jumper; outdoor trainers); water bottle with name on it.
If your child has previously benefitted from additional support, please let us know when signing up. We may call you to discuss further to how we can support your child.
Open to all Prestonpans Primary cluster schools.
Prestonpans AS Longniddry PS Running Club P4-7
Longniddry Primary School Running Club P4-7
Booking for new participants available from 6pm on Mon 27th April - if your child was attending in Term 1/2, you do not need to complete the booking form again
Venue: Longniddry Playing Fields (meet at gates between school playground and playing fields)
Ages: P3 - P7 (P3's are welcome to join for Term 3)
Dates: Wednesdays - May 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th; Jun 3rd, 10th (6 sessions)
Time: 8:15 - 8:45am
Cost: FREE
Activity Leaders: Eilidh Paul & Heather Swan
Kit Required: Footwear appropriate for outdoor activity on grass; please remember to bring a change of shoes (and socks in wet weather) for school; please dress appropriately for the weather on the day - sun cream or waterproofs, warm clothing, hats and gloves are advised as appropriate to the weather; water bottle with name on it.
If your child has previously benefitted from additional support, please let us know when signing up. We may call you to discuss further to how we can support your child.
Open to Longniddry Primary School only.
Prestonpans AS Preston Tower PS Running Club P4-7
Preston Tower Primary School Running Club P4-7 (Preston Rd)
Booking available from 6pm on Mon 27th April - if you previously booked a space for your child online for Term 1/2, you do not need to complete the online form again
Venue: Playing Fields (meet at Gym Hall door), Preston Tower Primary School (Preston Rd)
Ages: P4 - P7
Dates: Thursdays - Apr 30th; May 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th; Jun 4th, 11th, 18th (8 sessions)
Time: 8:15 - 8:45am
Cost: FREE
Activity Leaders: Rob McAughey, Lynne Lewis & Kevin Gascoyne
Kit Required: Footwear appropriate for outdoor activity on grass; please remember to bring a change of shoes for school; please dress appropriately for the weather - sun cream or waterproofs, warm clothing, hats and gloves are advised as appropriate to the weather (the activity may move indoors where possible if it is too wet); water bottle with name on it.
If your child has previously benefitted from additional support, please let us know when signing up. We may call you to discuss further to how we can support your child.
Open to Preston Tower Primary School only.
Prestonpans AS St Gabriel's PS Running Club P4-7
St Gabriel's Primary School Running Club P4-7
Booking available for new participants from 6pm on Mon 27th April - if your child was attending last term, you do not need to complete the online form again.
Venue: Grass Playing Field (meet at gym hall doors in school playground)
Ages: P4 - P7
Dates: Thursdays - Apr 23rd, 30th; May 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th (5 sessions)
Time: 8:10 - 8:40am
Cost: FREE
Activity Leaders: Sarah Brown, Eilidh Fleming & Wendy Gourlay
Kit Required: Footwear appropriate for outdoor activity on grass; please remember to bring a change of shoes and socks for school; please dress appropriately for the weather on the day - waterproofs, warm clothing, hats and gloves are advised as appropriate to the weather; water bottle with name on it.
If your child has previously benefitted from additional support, please let us know when signing up. We may call you to discuss further to how we can support your child.
Open to St Gabriel's Primary School only.
Stewart Sands | Active Schools Coordinator
Aberlady, Blindwells, Cockenzie, Gullane, Longniddry, Preston Tower & St Gabriel's Primary Schools
ssands@elcschool.org.uk | 07976 377 956