ALPINE

AN INITIATIVE BY ELITE
ATHLETE JOHN MCAVOY

RUN

INTRODUCING 13 YOUNG PEOPLE FROM
UNDER REPRESENTED BACKGROUNDS
TO TRAIL RUNNING

PROJECT

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WHAT

The Alpine Run Project (ARP) is a new youth-led wellness movement powered by the belief that running in nature can transform lives. At its heart, ARP is an empowering community that champions wellbeing, develops leadership, and opens doors to inspiring people and places.
This 6-month programme initiated by John McAvoy, will onboard up to 1,000 young people from inner cities through the year. Taking them on a transformational journey with a select cohort earning the opportunity to go to the French Alps to take part in the world’s most iconic trail running race, the UTMB.
With the support of global partners including Nike, Nike Vision, Precision Fuel & Hydration, SportsShoes.com, and Strava, ARP gives young people the opportunity to join international events, collaborate on brand campaigns, grow their professional networks, and compete in the Alps.

WHO

Aspirational and ambitious 16-23 year olds with an appetite for adventure, getting fit, taking on challenges and building communities. You don’t need to be a good runner, you just need to take part - we’ll coach you!
THE CLASS OF 2023

WHEN

During the spring and summer seasons, it all begins on 5th April 2025, with many life-changing activities and events taking place across the UK and beyond!

"One thing that I am going to take away from this experience is teamwork is the key to succeed in life. A building cannot be completed alone, without teamwork."

YASMIN, 19, LONDON

"For me it was a reward. This is something I’m going to continue to hold onto. When situations get tough, remember how far I have come, for me to keep grinding, keep persevering because tough times never last."

LILLY, 18, NORTHUMBERLAND

"I have learnt to be myself and to live in the present."

SERAI, 16, LONDON

"Grateful for the team that was around me. I don’t think I would have gotten to the finish line without the people who surrounded me the whole 6 months."

ABDUL, 17, MANCHESTER

SIGN UP

The Alpine Run Project continues this year and we want you to join the team.  

We are a diverse and united group of young people from many cities in the UK with a shared passion for changing the face of trail running.

Join the programme through the application form and join the ARP Run Strava Club to take part in exciting events.

FOLLOW THE ALPINE RUN PROJECT

Join the Strava Group