1. Where does the run start? The Wednesday Run LEAVES at 6.30pm PROMPT from Cutters Wharf/Belfast Boat Club car park every week. (Google Maps). 2. Who organises the run? The run is organised by the Up and Runners Running Club and organised through the Up and Running forum. The ethos of the Up & Runners Club is to encourage people to run. We want to see new people joining in and getting the same enjoyment from running in company with like-minded individuals. Check out our "Beginners Information" page for advice on how to start running, this contains a small training plan, which we recommend you complete before running with us. 3. Who is welcome? Everyone is welcome, you do not have to be a member of Up and Runners to join in. Runners of all abilities are encouraged and welcome to join us. We would ask any newcomers to either contact us at info@upandrunners.com, or check the Wednesday thread on the forum to arrange running with us. The Wednesday thread is pretty long, please go to the last page to see the more recent posts. In the interests of safety we require at least 2 club members to be present at the Wednesday run to welcome any newcomers to the group. Newcomers are required to fill in a short questionnaire (see Q9). 4. Are there any changing facilities? Unfortunately not. Please turn up ready to run. 5. How many people will there be?  There are usually between 10 and 20 people on any given night. The Wednesday thread contains a list of everyone who will be running. 6. What distance/speed do you run? Distance and pace vary across the group with some groups covering 3 miles at 10/11-minute mile pace or others up to 14 miles at 7-minute mile pace. Most people run 3, 5 or 7 miles. In the summer we usually run along the towpath and regroup at set points where you will have the option to turn back. In the winter we generally run a loop round the Embankment, again regrouping at certain points.  7. Do you ever do more specific training sessions (e.g. intervals, hills)? On certain weeks, specific training sessions will be run alongside the regular Wednesday run. Details will also be posted on the Wednesday thread on the U&R forum. A regular session will always be run in addition to these sessions. 8. Will I be too slow/get left behind? Runners of all abilities are encouraged and welcome to join us. In the interests of safety, one club member will be assigned to run with the slowest group of runners. Please do not worry that you will be slowing someone else down. Any Club members, who are interested in pairing up with new runners, please arrive at Cutters by 6.20pm.  9. I’ve never run with you before, what do I need to do? 1. Please post on the Wednesday thread of the U&R forum (you will need to register, see Q11), or email us in advance at info@upandrunners.com. Please DO NOT just turn up. 2. First time runners are required to fill in a short questionnaire to give us an indication of your ability. This form is available HERE, please print it out and bring it with you on Wednesday night or email it to info@upandrunners.com. 3. If you are turning up for the first time please arrive by 6.20pm to allow us to allocate you to a suitable group. 4. Please DO NOT go back to your car without telling someone.  10. How do I sign up? To allow us to organise Wednesday sessions, it is important that EVERYONE adds his or her name to the list on the Wednesday thread on the forum. If you are a first timer, please give us an indication of the distance and speed you would like to run. You can add your name to the list by copying and pasting the old list into the reply box and adding your name to the bottom. The list usually starts on Monday or Tuesday of each week. Please note: we do not check other online forums. If you want to run on a Wednesday, please use the Up and Running forum. 11. I'm having trouble registering for the forum? There is a thread on the forum dealing with this, click here. If you still cannot register, please feel free to email us at info@upandrunners.com. 12. When you arrive: a. Turning up the first time is the hardest part, give yourself a pat on the back. b. Find the person in charge, and introduce yourself! i. Hand in your form ii. Confirm what sort of distance you usually run and in what sort of time iii. Do you have any injuries or health issues we need to know about c. The intended route will be then explained, together with details of regrouping points and looping back d. Run at your own pace e. Do not worry about keeping up with the group, there will be someone there to make sure everyone stays together f. Please tell someone if you are struggling g. Please DO NOT leave without telling anyone (unless you're back at the car park obviously!) h. Enjoy!