Go off-grid – Try Orienteering

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You know the route before you even lace up. The same trails, the same turns, the same watch beeps. If your running is starting to feel predictable, it might just be time to go off-grid and try ours..

Except these are not just any routes; these have a purpose.



Orienteering turns the usual on its head. You do not know where your trails will take you until you get your map at the start showing the checkpoints you need to visit. From that moment on, every decision is yours. Which route will you take? How hard will you push? You decide how direct, technical or runnable your route should be. Set your own personal goals or beat the clock, there is no set route as long as you find all of the control points!

Orienteering complements your running and adds a new dimension to every session.

Try it your way

Getting started in orienteering is simple. You do not need to be a club member or have any prior experience to take part. Most events are open to everyone, with beginner-friendly courses and support available on the day.

You can try a single event, fit it around your existing training, or use orienteering as a new way to explore. Whether you want a one-off challenge or a regular alternative to your usual runs, the sport works around you.

Find information about local events and how to sign up via our event finder, a local club’s website, or on usual race entry sites (SI Entries / Fabian4 / RaceSignUp).

Take it further, if you want to

If you enjoy your first experiences, local orienteering clubs are there as an optional next step. Clubs offer coaching, training sessions, social runs and access to a wide range of events, helping you build confidence and develop your skills.

There are clubs across the UK and joining one can be a great way to learn faster, meet others and discover even more places to run. Join us as a member from as little as £11 per year and receive membership discounts and our monthly newsletter.  

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