Tempted by a marathon?
Do you need support and guidance to get you there? At ForgetTheGym, that’s exactly what we love to do. We want everyone to feel the buzz of crossing their first marathon finishline, and help experienced marathon runners improve. Our marathon programmes are led by Irish Times Running Coach Mary who has completed more than 45 marathons and ultra marathons so has made all the mistakes and learnt all the lessons at this stage. Since 2007 she has coached runners of all fitness levels to complete and enjoy the marathon.
Read reviews of the marathon programme : What our previous students had to say
We are so proud and honoured to be part of so many marathon stories.
For all you early birds, you can now preregister for 2019!
For Dublin Marathon 2019, we have 3 options for you :
- First Timers Programme – €160 – Sign up
- Improvers Programme – €160 – Sign up
- Marathon Club – €95 – Sign up
First Time Marathoner
First Time Marathoner Programme is open to Men and Women who wish to train for their first marathon (and can now run 10k).
What’s included :
- 2 Evening Workshops providing expert advice (details below)
- Detailed Training Plans and Training Logs
- Weekly videos and emails
- Online support over the 16 weeks
- Marathon Training Forum and community
- Race Day Support (at Dublin Marathon)
- Informal meetups for weekend long runs
- Discounts on all other ForgetTheGym Workshops
- Access to Online Database of Running Articles, Videos and Marathon Tips
- Discounts on running gear and sports massages from our partners
- SIGN UP: First Time Marathoner – €160
FirstTimers Workshops | What is covered | Workshop Dates |
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Workshop 1: Get Started and Build the long runs |
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Thurs 20th Jun
Clayton Hotel, Dublin Docklands 6.30pm – 9.30pm |
All Summer Long : |
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Keeping you motivated all summer long |
Workshop 2: The Final Countdown |
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Thurs 26th Sep
Clayton Hotel, Dublin Docklands 6.30pm – 9.30pm |
Improver Marathoner
Improve your Marathon Programme is open to Men and Women who have completed at least 1 marathon – however slowly. We build on your experience and offer you all the tips and support to help you get more out of your training and improve your marathon performance.
What’s included :
- 2 Evening Workshops providing expert advice (details below)
- Detailed Training Plans and Training Logs
- Weekly videos and emails
- Online support over the 16 weeks
- Marathon Training Forum and community
- Race Day Support (at Dublin Marathon)
- Informal meetups for weekend long runs
- Discounts on all other ForgetTheGym Workshops
- Access to Online Database of Running Articles, Videos and Marathon Tips
- Discounts on running gear and sports massages from our partners
- Sign Up: Improver Marathoner – Price €160
Improvers Workshop | What is covered | Workshop Dates |
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Workshop 1: Getting focused |
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Thurs 27th Jun
Clayton Hotel, Dublin Docklands 6.30pm – 9.30pm |
All Summer Long : Keeping you motivated |
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All summer long |
Workshop 2: Race Day Preparation |
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Thurs 3rd Oct
Clayton Hotel, Dublin Docklands 6.30pm – 9.30pm |
Marathon Club
FTG Marathon Club is open to Men and Women who have completed at least 2 marathons with ForgetTheGym. The only difference between this option and the improvers programme is that you will not attend workshops in this Programme.
As part of the Marathon Club, you will receive our weekly emails, videos and usual support in the buildup to Dublin Marathon. Your training plan is reviewed by Mary, who is also available for online support, any questions (and dramas) over the buildup. You will also avail of the discounts from our partners.
SIGN UP to our Marathon Club.
Marathon Success Stories
This is Jill at the finish line, yes, the finish of the marathon…
Doesnt she look great!
“My aim was to complete a marathon before my 50th birthday last year. I finished it in 4 hours and 26 minutes but what blew me away was how much I enjoyed it and how happy I was doing it plus the friends in the ForgetTheGym group I made along the way. You had me so well prepared mentally, physically and nutritionally that my second half was faster than my first. It has given me a confidence within myself that no matter what hits me that if I can do a marathon I can do anything and I think it definitely helped me recover and want to return after my bike accident last year. Thank you again so much feel free to share the photo and the email with any would be marathoners about to start their amazing adventure” Jill.
All workshops take place in Dublin Docklands – Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane (beside Bord Gais Energy Theatre).
If you have any questions on the marathon programmes , please send Mary an email.