How Couch Potato Run Club Works Globally
Couch Potato Run Club operates through a growing network of locally run chapters across different countries and communities. Each chapter delivers Couch Potato Run Club programmes on the ground, led by trained, values-aligned coaches who understand their local context while upholding the standards that define the Couch Potato Run Club experience worldwide.
Our global model is designed to balance consistency with flexibility. While each chapter manages its own locations, schedules, and community, all programmes follow the same beginner-first framework, coaching principles, and core values. This ensures that no matter where you join, you can expect a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment focused on confidence, consistency, and long-term engagement with running.
By combining local leadership with a shared global vision, we’re able to scale without losing what makes Couch Potato Run Club work. This approach allows us to maintain quality, protect our culture, and create meaningful impact at community level - while continuing to expand access to running for beginners around the world.
What you'll Find at Each Location
No matter where you join Couch Potato Run Club, the experience is designed to feel familiar, supportive, and consistent. Every location operates under the same global framework, values, and beginner-first approach - ensuring a high-quality, inclusive experience across all chapters. While each location is locally run and community-led, the foundations remain the same, so you can feel confident knowing exactly what to expect when you arrive.
Structured Beginner Programmes
Every location delivers professionally designed beginner programmes, including our core Couch to 5K offering. Sessions follow a proven run-walk framework that prioritises safety, confidence, and sustainable progress, ensuring participants are supported from their very first session through to completion.
Trained, Values-Aligned Coaches
All sessions are led by coaches who are trained in our beginner-first methodology and aligned with our values. Coaches focus on guidance, encouragement, and adaptability - creating an environment where participants feel supported, understood, and confident to progress at their own pace.
Inclusive, No-Pressure Environments
Every location fosters a welcoming, judgement-free space where pace and performance are not the focus. Walk breaks are encouraged, comparisons are discouraged, and everyone moves together - ensuring participants feel comfortable showing up exactly as they are.
Community-Led Support & Accountability
Our locations prioritise community connection alongside physical progress. Through group sessions, shared goals, and supportive accountability, participants build consistency and confidence while feeling part of something bigger than a training plan.
Don’t See Your Country?
Couch Potato Run Club is continuing to grow its global network of local chapters. If we aren't available in your country yet, we’d still love to hear from you. Whether you’re interested in joining a future programme or exploring the opportunity to bring Couch Potato Run Club to your community, your interest helps shape where we go next.
Register your interest or learn more about starting a club to stay connected as we expand.
Interested in Becoming a Coach?
Couch Potato Run Club works with coaches who are passionate about supporting beginners and building inclusive, community-led running environments. If you’re based in South Africa or the United Kingdom and align with our values, we’d love to hear from you.
Our coaches are trained in our beginner-first framework and supported to deliver safe, welcoming, and consistent Couch Potato Run Club programmes within their local communities. Coaching with CPRC is about more than pace or performance - it’s about empathy, encouragement, and helping others take meaningful first steps into running.
Partner with Us
Couch Potato Run Club works with brands and organisations that share our commitment to accessible, inclusive movement. Through thoughtfully integrated partnerships, we help brands connect with a highly engaged beginner community in ways that create genuine value and real impact. From community activations to long-term brand alignment, our partnerships are built on trust, authenticity, and shared purpose.
Interested in partnering with us?