Athens Classic Marathon Training Program

Fees

$300 for 28-week training program

Brief Description

Thousands of runners from all over the world are expected to participate in the historic Athens Classic Marathon on October 31, 2010. You can too with Off ‘N Running Tours’ Athens Marathon Training Program for beginning and intermediate runners. Whether you have never run a race before or are a seasoned marathon runner, we will prepare you to run this challenging race.

Orientation

Orientation for our exciting 28-week program will take place on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 7:00AM in West Los Angeles. Location will be provided upon training program registration. We encourage you to check with your physician prior to enrolling in this marathon training program.

About Off 'N Running Tours

For over 15 years, Off ‘N Running Tours has trained California runners for marathons all over the world, including the LA Marathon, the New York Marathon, the Chicago Marathon, the BMO Vancouver Marathon, the San Francisco Marathon, the Mardi Gras Marathon and the Honolulu Marathon.

Special 10% discount for Running Shoes and Apparel

We strongly advise that you to be professionally fitted for your running shoes once you begin the program. We will have a shoe clinic at our favorite running store, that has served my clients very well over the past 15 years. You will be fitted for the shoe that meets your needs.

Injury Prevention Clinic

Our injury prevention clinic will be scheduled within the first month of training. The clinic will be held on the weekend, and depending on the size of the training group, we might offer the clinic on two dates to be determined.

28- Week Training Program Details

We offer a step by step program, taking you from running or walking your first mile, to crossing the finish line 26.2 miles later. Via email, you will receive a monthly training schedule which will provide you with your weekly training goals. Our goal is to customize your weekly training to fit your level of fitness, as well as providing you with all of the miles and training you need for a successful 26.2 mile race.

Athens Classic Marathon

The annual Athens Classic combines the past with the present, a past that gave rise to the concept of distance marathon races as we know them today. Over 10 thousand runners from all over the world are expected to run this historic event. Apart from the sporting experience, participants will have the chance to enjoy traditional Greek hospitality, discover the fascinating landscape of the city, and explore the country that gave birth to the Marathon.

Our Courses

Off 'N Running Tours is known for its guided running tours through the cities of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and Santa Monica. With that in mind, our courses are always scenic. Our courses are a great way to see the city and train at the same time. You will never get bored doing the same course over and over for 33 weeks.

Training fees are non-refundable

Our marathon training fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Travel Arrangements for Greece

We can provide you with the details for contacting Cartan Tours and Marathon Tours for your travel arrangements. Some programs include a variety of marathon related services for group travel. You are also welcome to plan your trip on your own.

Athens Classic Marathon entry is not included

Please Note* The race registration is not included in this fee. Some of the travel programs include the guaranteed registration in their package. It is very important that you register for this race at the time you register for the program. This is a must do race in the running community.

Additional Information

Beginning in March, Off ‘N Running Tours’ 28-week Program meets weekly on the weekend in West Los Angeles/Beverly Hills. In addition to weekly runs, the Program includes monthly training schedules, scenic training courses for group runs, along with supplementary articles to keep runners "in the know" about current trends in performance, nutrition and running.