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Run leader guidelines

The below is a guide or set of standards we follow, with the aim of getting each group back safely while living our values of fun, friends & fitness.

Preparation for the run

  • Ensure you have a First Aid Kit
  • Review the course prior to the day of the run and know the locations of the water, etc
  • Ensure the course is saved on your device (watch or phone)
  • Know locations of tricky turns and technical sections
  • Access to the list of runners on Facebook poll and check that everyone is there at the split
  • Note: Groups over 10 runners have an identified assistant leader
  • Identify any potential hazards and issues e.g. slippery sections, heat, hard to identify turns

New Runners

5-10 minutes prior to start, call out for any First Timers then discuss

  • How we run each group
  • What happens mid run (stop at intersections, stay within sight of your leader)
  • Check that the new runner(s) are suitably equipped for the run.

At the start

  1. Welcome everyone
  2. Introduce new runners
  3. Share any relevant updates e.g. DTR plans / social activities
  4. Introduce each run leader
  5. Any OH&S e.g. slippery today or it is very hot etc.
  6. Any news people would like to share

Group Split - about 3-4k into the run

  • We will normally take a group photo
  • Bring the run leaders to the front
  • Ask if any new runners would like a buddy
  • The groups head off one at a time super sweaty 1st etc..

During the run

  • If over 10 runners: 1 leader at front, 1 leader sweeping
  • Count the number of runners as early into the run as possible and count again at each stop regroup point
  • Check in with the group to make sure everyone is travelling okay and not just saying they are okay
  • Be alert and listen for feedback or injury concerns

After the run

Dandenongs Trail Runners acknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we run. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

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