The jog squad - SEASON 6
TRAINING FOR THE CHRISTCHURCH MARATHON ON APRIL 13TH 2025
WE ARE CURRENTLY IN SEASON AND ARE INTO OUR PROGRAMME,
SEE YOU ALL AT THE START LINE
A run club for everyone
every tuesday @ 5:30pm from january 21st
Sometimes run clubs can be intimidating. We know, you think you need to be an elite or have hardcore running shoes or those speed dealers to show up. We can’t promise there won’t be hardcore running shoes or the occasional appearance of speed dealers, but we can promise you at The Jog Squad our mission is to create a community that is accessible to anyone and everyone who wants to show up and give it a go.
how it works
Whether you want some running buddies or you’re keen to smash some PBs we’ll be here from Tuesday 21st January until Tuesday 8th April 2k25. We will provide you with some alright banter and great vibes.
What to expect at any session? Every Tuesday we will have a different running route and run type planned. Our pacers will be running at various speeds to ensure we cover all fitness levels. Each week we run for time, rather than distance.
Our pacers run at 5-minute KM’s, 5:30 – minute KM’s, 6 – minute KM’s, 6:30 minute KM’s and our 5th pacer runs at whatever pace the last group wants to run or walk at.
Our goal is to complete the Christchurch Half Marathon on Sunday April 13th 2k25
For those keen to enter the CHCH Half then please enter here
To receive a discount off your entry then please head over to our ‘Deals’ tab (above) to get a cheeky 15% off your entry fee. #WeGotChuuuuu (Password = ‘SUMMER’ to gain access)
CHCH Marathon Entry Fees =
Early Entry = Now > Jan 23/ Standard Entry = Jan 24 > Mar 13
Marathon = $135 , THEN AFTER JAN 24 $150
Half Marathon = $100 , THEN AFTER JAN 24 $115
10km = $65, THEN AFTER JAN 24 $75
What’s included
Our 12-week training programme can be accessed for a one-off cost (one of the three tiered pricing options below) we will then send you out the training programme, you will get full access to our private Facebook group, our Tuesday night running group and (if applicable) discount codes to local businesses plus heaps more….
Season 5 is brought to you by an epic lineup of local New Zealand brands: The HIIT Squad, O-Studio, Pure Sports Nutrition, Four Physio, Drink Almighty and International sporting giant, Asics.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch by flicking us a message on our Instagram!
Meet the Pacers
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Meet Mark
In the famous words of many….
“Never partner up with that guy in a HIIT class”. This man moves like lightning and leads from the front.
This guys got more muscles than a seafood platter 💪🏽🦐🦞
Name: Mark Prentice
Aka: Marky P
Favourite running event🏃🏽♂️: Wings for Life World Run. Great cause even if the start time is passed my bed time.
Favourite running tunes at present🎶: Jog Squad playlist.
Best place to run in the 📍’03? Godley Head Track. Can't beat those views
When you aren’t running what are you doing?
Getting a sweat on @ HIIT Squad. Chilling with my pooches Bess & Rig.
Pre and post jog snack? Coffee does not go down an miss ☕️
What’s changed since last season?
What hasn’t changed!
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Meet Matt
Ah here we have him Stanmore Road’s very own ‘Community Watch’ MB aka Tim. Don’t let the 6ft 7 human fool you, he’s quick on those long legs & has even more speedy one liners.
Name: Matt Bateman
Aka: Bateman, Bato
Favourite running event 🏃🏽♂️:
Would have to be the C2C, this is the most unreal atmosphere and is a must-do for everyone’s bucket list.
Best music to run to 🎶?
Loving The Jog Squads playlist at present as it’s got some great tunes!
Best place to run in the 📍’03?
I am enjoying the red zone river loop lately with our dog Mika either taking me for a spin or me towing her home!
When you aren’t running what are you doing?
If I’m not down at HIIT you will likely see me on my bike somewhere or trying to walk our dog Nellie around the block, she’s an athlete!
Pre and post jog snack? Pre - Pure energy chews (cola flavour)
Post - Peanut butter on white toast
What’s changed since last season?
A season of rugby had made for some big head knocks and some scars not to be missed
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Meet Rishi
Everyone loves him and I’m not sure if we have ever seen him not smiling 😁
He’s made his mark in running and we are proud to see him crushing big distances in local event s
Name: Rishi Samuel Patel
Aka: The Black Sheep
Favourite running event🏃🏽♂️:
Jog Squad Tuesdays of course
Favourite running tunes at present🎶:
The sound of the my own thoughts at the moment, been a good time to process and clear the mind
Best place to run in the 📍’03?
Port Hills - some great views of the city. Also love the Avon river.
When you aren’t running what are you doing?
Building websites and currently planning a wedding
Pre and post jog snack?
Been hitting up Subway a lot recently post run - eat fresh.
Pre run, some overnight oats and a pure sports nutrition mango gel.
If you could invite two famous people to dinner, who would it be?
Chris Rock and Will Smith
What’s changed since last season?
Dropped a knee and recently engaged to the lovely Lydia
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Meet Laura
Laura doesn’t seem to say much but every second word that comes out of her mouth is ‘Alpacas’,
Professional lawyer by day, professional triathlete by night….What can’t she do
Name: Laura
Aka: Woody
Favourite running event🏃🏽♂️: Night Cross
Favourite running tunes at present🎶: Anything from Dua Lipa to Hans Zimmer!
Best place to run in the 📍’03?
Still Taylor’s Mistake/Godley Head
When you aren’t running what are you doing?
Biking/being an alpaca 🦙. Also do some lawyering 👩💼
Pre and post jog snack?
If it’s a morning run, porridge before and a smoothie after. If it’s night run, banana before then dinner asap after!
What’s changed since last season?
Matt has taken up advertising my relationship status
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Meet Annabelle
Big things come in small packages and it’s a true story when it comes to Bells.
She’s the size of a mini but has an engine the size of a monster truck.
Name: Annabelle Bramwell
Aka: Bramwell, Brams, Bells
Favourite running event🏃🏽♂️:
Not just a running event but the Peak to Pub is a must do!
Favourite running tunes at present🎶:
Controversially into chill tunes while running or podcasts on the long days!
Best place to run in the📍’03?
We are spoilt for choice – Bottle Lake Forest and the Port Hills
When you aren’t running what are you doing?
Commercial retail leasing for Colliers or any type of outdoor mission
Pre and post jog snack?
Banana, peanut butter and honey on toast with a coffee before and a Pure sports nutrition protein smoothie post
What’s changed since last season?
Re-mortgaged my life and bought a house 🏡
Programme only
Our 12-week run programme and access to our exclusive Facebook group and weekly access to our Tuesday night run group.