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2025 Calgary Marathon Group Coaching

We’re thrilled to kick off our 5th year of Group Coaching, designed to prepare you for the 2025 Servus Calgary Marathon Race Weekend on Sunday, May 25th.  Whether you’re aiming for the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, or 5K, our group coaching experience offers a supportive and motivating environment for everyone. 

Join the Hundreds of Runners We've Coached to Conquer the Calgary Marathon!

​Each spring we look forward to this premier running event.  The Calgary Marathon is not only one of YYC’s most beloved road running events but also Alberta’s Best Road Race. We want you to join us this spring to take on this epic race!

 

Learn more about The Servus Calgary Marathon.

Why group coaching?

Group coaching is a great option for those that want to train for a specific race without the long-term + financial commitment of 1:1 coaching.   Take part in a highly supported, superlative coaching experience while enjoying the perks of being part of an established group. 

 

What’s included?

Group coaching participants will receive:

 

 

 

 

 

 


14-weeks of customized coaching delivered via the TrainingPeaks platform

lululemon Skyline Run Coaching branded singlet to rock on your training runs and race day

Individual onboarding call with your coach

Pre-race support including a race-day plan, individual pre-race call, and a fuelling guide to help you nail your race-day nutrition

Pre-race team shake-out run in YYC. 

Weekly group run + Social @ BORN Brewing:  a chill weekly run and meet up to hang with the team and connect with your coach. All paces and abilities will be supported - no runner left behind here ♥️

A Slack community where you can connect with other SRC athletes 

Cost:
5k + 10k Group: 420.00 + GST
Half Marathon + Marathon: 450.00 + GST​

 

Key Dates:
Registration Deadline: Monday, February 3rd, 2025
Start: Monday, February 17th, 2025
Shake-Out Run: Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Race Day: Sunday, May 25th, 2025​


 

🚀 Ready to train? Let's go!  
After five years of coaching this group, we’ve refined every detail to ensure every athlete gets the personal attention, expert guidance, and community support they need to succeed. This isn’t a generic, one-size-fits-all plan—it’s personalized, proven, and built to help you reach new heights. 

Fill out the form at the bottom of this page and we'll be in touch with you shorty. 

Get Started!

Next Steps: Once you sign up via the Get Started Form, we will send you a detailed athlete questionnaire to complete and provide links to set up your payment for group coaching. 

I'm interested in:

5K

• No minimum prerequisite distance.   This is a beginner friendly program that can benefit an established runner or someone starting from scratch.

• Able to commit to three days a week of running

10K

• Minimum 10km weekly base mileage

• Long run distance: 6km

• Able to commit to three days a week of running

HALF MARATHON

• Minimum 20km weekly base mileage
• Long run distance: 12km
• Able to commit to three days a week of running

MARATHON

• Minimum 30km weekly base mileage
• Long run distance: 20km
• Able to commit to four days a week of running

Distance Prerequisites 

FAQ
 

  1. Why Is Skyline’s Group Coaching More Expensive?

    • Answer: Our group coaching is not a one-size-fits-all plan—it’s a high-touch, personalized coaching experience built on five years of refining what works best for athletes. We don’t cut corners because we know what runners need to be successful, and we won’t settle for less.

      1. It’s Not Just a Training Plan—It’s 1:1 Coaching

      Many group programs rely on copy-and-paste training plans to pump through a high volume of athletes, but we know from experience that generic plans don’t work. Every runner is different—your training history, injury risk, life schedule, and goals all matter. That’s why we provide customized programming within the group structure, ensuring your training is tailored to your needs.

      2. You Get Individualized Support—Private Onboarding & Pre-Race Calls 

      A great training cycle isn’t just about showing up to group calls. Every athlete in our group receives dedicated 1:1 time with their coach during onboarding and again leading into race day. This personal touch ensures that:
      ✔ You start with the right training approach from day one.
      ✔ You have a clear, individualized plan heading into your race.
      ✔ You feel fully supported and prepared, not left to figure things out on your own.

      3. Led by Professional Coaches with Proven Results

      Skyline’s group coaching is led by Lynsey Romano, past winner of the Calgary Marathon Half. With a deep understanding of what it takes to train, race, and succeed, Lynsey has built a group that has:
      🏆 Coached runners to sub-90-minute half marathons
      🏆 Guided athletes through their first successful marathons
      🏆 Created an environment where runners of all abilities feel supported and included

      At the heart of what we do is excellent coaching and a strong, community-driven approach.
       

  2. What is your refund policy?

    • Answer: As professional running coaches working within our scope of practice is essential. This means that in the event of a suspected injury we will urge you to seek guidance from a medical professional to determine the appropriate next steps and when you can safely return to running. Please note that if you withdraw from the program past the halfway point a refund cannot be provided. If an injury disrupts your training before the halfway point of the program you will be offered free signup for a future group program with a note from a medical professional.  ​
       

  3. Do I need to be an experienced runner to join?

    • Answer:
      No! Our coaching is designed for runners of all levels, whether you’re aiming for your first marathon or half marathon or trying to achieve a sub-3-hour marathon or sub-90-minute half. We’ve mastered making our training inclusive, structured, and adaptable for all abilities. However, to ensure you are set up for success and can handle the training, we do have minimum distance prerequisites:

      These baselines help prevent injury and burnout, ensuring you build fitness progressively and safely. If you’re not quite at these levels yet, we recommend starting with a base-building phase before jumping into structured training. Feel free to reach out if you’re unsure whether you meet the requirements, and we’ll guide you on the best next steps!
       

  4.  Is there a payment plan available?

    • Answer: You bet! We are all about reducing barriers to entry.  Please reach out and we can set something up that works for you.
       

  5. What technology do I need to participate?

    • Answer: You can access TrainingPeaks using either a phone (via the TrainingPeaks app) or a computer (via the website). Both options allow you to view your training schedule, log workouts, and communicate with your coach.

      While it’s possible to manually enter workouts, having a GPS watch (such as Garmin, Coros, or Suunto) is highly recommended. A GPS watch automatically syncs your runs to TrainingPeaks, providing detailed data on pace, distance, heart rate, and effort levels. This helps your coach analyze your progress more accurately and make better adjustments to your training.
       

  6. What happens if I get injured or need training plan adjustments?
    Answer: We adjust your training plan based on feedback, life circumstances, and injury prevention needs. We prioritize smart, sustainable training, ensuring you arrive at the start line feeling prepared, not burnt out.

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