Come Along
Looking to move, connect and join a supportive community as part of your recovery? Come along to one of our weekly sessions in your region!
We’re always keen to hear from you first to help you find the best groups in your area and fill you in on our guidelines, so contact your local Programme Coordinator. Or just come along – at the following locations – look out for the blue t-shirts!
Εtautahi Christchurch – Contact txt : Chris 021373442
Mon | Rangiora Community Run/Walk | 9β10am | Artisan Bakery Rangiora
Tue | Hagley Community Run/Walk | Meet 5:45pm, Run 6β7pm | Hagley Park (Riccarton/Deans)
Wed | Beginner Trail Run/Walk | Meet 7:30am, Run 7:45β8:45am | Victoria Park
Thu | Wahine Group Run/Walk | Meet 9am, 9:15β10:15am | The Cottage, 78 London St
Fri | Kai & Connect | 1β2:30pm | The Cottage
Sat | Parkrun | 8am | Hagley (touring every second Saturday)
TΔmaki Makaurau Auckland – Contact Txt: Catherine 021790250
Tue | Millwater Run/Walk | Meet 4:55pm | Silverdale
Wed | City Mission Run/Walk | Meet 9:55am | Hobson St CBD
Wed | Manukau Run/Walk | Meet 5:55pm | CADS, Manukau
Thu | Westhaven Run/Walk | Meet 5:25pm | Westhaven Marina
Fri | Kai & Connect | 11amβ12:30pm | 175 Chapel Rd, Flat Bush
Sat | Parkrun | Meet 7:45am | Cornwall Park or Barry Curtis Park
Te Tai Poutini | West Coast – Contact Txt Jessie: 0212221806
Tue | Hokitika Community Session | Meet 5:50pm | Plane Table, Alpine View/Airport Dr
Thu | Greymouth Wahine Walk | 9:15β10:15am (Text Jessie: 021 222 1806)
Thu | Kai & Connect | 1β2:30pm | Awhi House, Cobden
Thu | Greymouth Evening Session | Meet 5:20pm | Water Walk Rd/Raleigh St
Fri | Greymouth Day Session | Meet 11:20am | Lord St/Arney St
Taranaki
Thu | Community Run/Walk | 5:30-6:30pm (meet 5:15pm) | Front entrance of Pukekura Park, cnr Fillis and Liardet streets, New Plymouth
You can find more information on our Facebook events page.
Session guidelines & Expectations
It can be a bit daunting joining something new and we are here to support you. It is important that all groups are safe and supportive for everyone. The ground rules have been developed by our participants in support of this:
Community Groups 24 hours min sobriety prior to group attendance.
Leave drama at home
Role model Speed Freaks Kaupapa
Be Kind & Polite
No space for egos
No judgement
Be Motivating
No judgement
Bring good humour
Say hello and support newcomers.
Appropriate supportive conversations
Have FUN
Be on time
Wear appropriate and comfortable clothing
If you are worried about someone please let a coach or staff member know
Community Events Waiver
Taking part in a Speed Freaks social event recognises that participation in running and walking is a potentially hazardous activity and you are aware of all risks associated with such participation, including, but not limited to, falls; contact with other participants, spectators, or others, or vehicular or other traffic; the effects of the weather, including heat and/or humidity, wind, cold, and wet or slippery surfaces; falling tree branches or other overhead objects; and the crowded nature and other conditions of the course, all such risks being known and appreciated by participants. By taking part you assume personal responsibility of any potential risks and hazards.
