What kit do you need?
UCPA provide backpacks, heart rate monitors and telescopic poles
What you need to bring; trail running trainers, water bottle (either hand held or a soft flask), comfortable/breathable running clothing, headtorch, hat, ultra light shell jacket for cooler weather
Do you have to run up hills?
You definitely can, but it is a known fact amongst trail runners that it is usually more efficient to walk up steep hills and conserve energy for picking up speed on the way down.
How fit do you need to be?
No previous experience is required and this will suit anyone who is new to trail running, but a good level of fitness is important. If you are fit enough to run 10 km on the road, then you should cope with a 10km trail run. You may find the hills and altitude a bit more challenging, but this is where our UCPA instructors come in to play to guide you to reach your goals.