training

The success of your race lies in good preparation and structure of your running. You build up your training step by step, both in training intensity and in duration and number. Don’t know where to start or need some help? Below you will find more information about various training runs and a training course for both the marathon and the quarter. Optimal preparation during your marathon weekend!

road2rotterdam trainings runs

In the run-up to the NN Marathon Rotterdam training runs are organized throughout the Netherlands. The Road2RotterdamTrainingruns will take place in multiple regions.The purpose of the training runs is to optimally prepare you for the more than 42 kilometers of the marathon. In addition, the training runs give you the opportunity to run the necessary long endurance runs together.

Data training runs

More locations will follow

Groningen Atletiek

Saturday, January 10, 20 km
Saturday, January 31, 25 km
Saturday, February 21, 30 km
Saturday, March 14, 32/35 km

The training runs at Groningen Atletiek start at 10:00 AM. Registration opens at 9:15 AM.

AV Spirit (Oud-Beijerland): Sunday, January 18, 20 km

AV Spirit (Oud-Beijerland): Sunday, March 1, 30 km

AV Spark (Spijkenisse): Sunday, March 22, 31,2 km

The training runs in the Rotterdam region start at 10:00 am at the club.

AV Prins Hendrik Vught

Saturday, January 10, 20 km
Saturday, January 31, 25 km
Saturday, February 21, 30 km
Saturday, March 21, 32/35 km

The training run at AV Prins Hendrik Vught starts at 9:30 am.

AC Waterland

Saturday, February 14, 25 km
Saturday, February 28, 30 km
Saturday, March 21, 32 km

The training runs at AC Waterland start at 10:00 am.

The Road2Rotterdam Training Runs program consists of a series of four training runs covering 20, 25, 30, and 35 km, taking place on Saturdays and/or Sundays in January, February, and March 2027, respectively.

You can join a group led by experienced and easily recognizable pacers. The starting point is the five kilometer times, which start at 22:30 minutes (4:30 min/km) and then increase to 32:30 minutes (6:30 min/km).

You can join a pace group that comes closest to your desired personal marathon target time. It is common to run your training runs at a slower pace than your personal marathon target time. You are expected to be able to reach the level of the last group (6.30 per km). The pacers also act as a source of information and point of contact.

Water and sports drinks are available at every 5 km point and tea and a banana at the finish, just like at the NN Marathon Rotterdam.

Registration for the Road2Rotterdam Training Runs is only possible via late registration at the relevant location on the morning of the training run. The costs of the training run depend on the association, but will start at 6 euros per training (cash and debit card payments possible).

N.B. During the first training run it is also possible to register for all dates at once.

If you registered via the registration form during registration, this is non-refundable.

PAC Quarter Marathon training course

Would you like some extra support in preparing for the Quarter Marathon?

Can you already run for 30 minutes continuously, but find it difficult to take thenext step on your own? Would you like to train with a clear goal, with extra motivation and support to help you achieve it?

Then this training course is perfect for you!
In the lead-up to the Quarter Marathon on April 11, 2027, we’re teaming up with athletics club PAC Rotterdam to offer a fun and motivating training course.

Train together towards the Coolsingel!
Over the course of 13 training sessions, consisting of an introductory session and twelve group training sessions, you will work towards your ultimate goal together with other enthusiastic runners: the finish line on the Coolsingel.

The training sessions are led by qualified and certified athletics coaches. You’ll receive guidance tailored to your level and learn how to prepare for the Quarter Marathon in a safe and enjoyable way.

During the training sessions, we will focus on:

  • Warm-up and running drills;
  • Running technique;
  • Stretching exercises;
  • Endurance and interval training;
  • Building your fitness and running distance;
  • Prepare well for the Quarter Marathon
  • Useful running tips and practical information.

You will also receive a training plan for your weekday runs, allowing you to continue working towards your goal outside the group sessions.

And perhaps most importantly: training together is more fun and motivating! You will meet other runners who share the same goal, so you can keep motivating each other along the way.

Data training runs

Still not sure whether this training course is right for you?

The first training session on Saturday, January 9, 2027 is a special introductory drop-in session. It’s a great opportunity to meet the coaches and the group and experience the training approach with no obligation.

After this session, you can still decide to join the full training course.

Training dates:

The course consists of 1 introductory/drop-in session and 12 group training sessions on Saturday mornings. During the week, you will train independently using the training plan provided.

Start time: 9:30 AM
Duration: approximately 1.5 hours per training session

  • Saturday, January 9, 2027 – introductory/drop-in session
  • Saturday, January 16, 2027
  • Saturday, January 23, 2027
  • Saturday, January 30, 2027
  • Saturday, February 6, 2027
  • Saturday, February 13, 2027
  • Saturday, February 20, 2027
  • Saturday, February 27, 2027
  • Saturday, March 6, 2020
  • Saturday, March 13, 2027
  • Saturday, March 20, 2027
  • Saturday, March 27, 2027
  • Saturday, April 3, 2027

Sign up
On the Quarter Marathon registration form, simply check the box ‘Sign up for the training course‘.

Already registered for the Quarter marathon, but still want to join the training course? No problem! Simply log in to your dashboard and add the training course to your registration.

Location and surroundings
PAC Rotterdam athletics club: Kralingse Bos and surrounding area.

Meeting point:
PAC Rotterdam clubhouse, Langepad 16, 3062 CJ Rotterdam

Cost
€ 55,-

For this fee, you will receive:

  • 1 introductory/drop-in training session
  • 12 group training sessions
  • A training plan for your weekday runs
  • Useful running tips and guidance to help you prepare for the Quarter Marathon