The Gymrun Story
From 2001-2016, I worked as a PE teacher, Head of PE and Director of Sport in state and independent schools.
In 2016, we set up Gymrun to improve the fitness, physical literacy, health and well-being of primary school children.
Our assessment scheme and curriculum reached its first primary school in the following year. We now have ten partner organisations nationwide.
We are building a transparent fitness culture, where all children strive to reach the next fitness badge colour.
Mike Weeks (Founder)
I really want to reach the next colour. I need to work on my run to do this.
Year 5 girl. Manorbrook Primary School. South Gloucestershire.
Our son absolutely loved doing this and was delighted with his badge. This is a chance to celebrate achievement. It’s a great idea!
Parent email. Gorse Ride Primary School. Berkshire.
The data is a fantastic tool to inform, progress and develop a fitness culture across the school.
Charlie Blair. Director of Sport. Newton Prep. Wandsworth. London.
I am so hugely impressed with Gymrun. The children and staff have been so energised and your message has been so important – that they are competing against themselves.
PE Coordinator. Portishead Primary School. North Somerset.