Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA) – 22km | 50km
Recognised as one of the most significant trail running events – the UTA has become one of the most talked about endurance events on the global trail running calendar.
The event takes place on the breathtaking trails located in the Blue Mountains National Park of Australia on the date of 13-16 May 2021. We are super-excited to be offering a training program for this event, focusing on the 22km and 50km distances.
About the program
Our 16-week training program kicks off on Mon 1 Feb 2021 and is aimed at supporting athletes who are looking to attempt their first trail running event; take on a challenge; and those who would like to attempt their first ultra-marathon event.
Each week we focus on strength, flexibility, mobility, speed and endurance runs. A few of our endurance runs will be ‘on-course’ in the Blue Mountains – where we will practice running on the event course. The program is scaled to accommodate the three distances.
The key to success for this event is consistent training. Committing to our 16-week training program will yield successful improvements in performance and forward progression.
What is included in the program?
- 16-week online training program
- Wide range of group training sessions
- Race nutrition and recovery – (in collaboration with Mad on Nutrition)
- Mental skills and strategies
- Analysis and feedback on training data
- Race day logistics
- Membership of a supportive, like-minded Community
- FREE BEXI Buff – they’re really cool!!
What is excluded?
- Race entry fee
- Training weekend at Six Foot Track Eco Lodge (optional)
- On-course excursion runs on Sundays (in Blue Mountains) – $20pp (optional)
- Travel and accommodation (we are holding a few beds at the YHA Katoomba)
About our Coaches
Our qualified coaches bring a vast level of experience in the sport of endurance running, trail running and strength & conditioning. Between them, they have completed ultra-trail marathons, ultra-marathons, marathons, triathlons, adventure races and much more. Coach Andy Smith has completed 3 x UTA100 events with a PB of 12:25:17 and 3rd place age category. Coach Tamara Madden has completed 2 x UTA100 events with a PB of under 14:30hrs, placing her 9th in her age group.
Your Investment
- Gold Membership – $50 p/week across 16-weeks – (1 Feb – 15 May 2021 )
- Unlimited weekly group training sessions
