BMF Hounslow Training - 17km Course 14/06/26

BMF HOUNSLOW TRAINING - 17km Course 14th June 2026

The Hounslow Classic 17km and 43km are tough races!

The steep terrain, stairs, single tracks and terrain of the Grose Valley will challenge everyone.

Training on course has been a key factor in runners doing well at the event.

THE COURSE

The training course will start at Twin Falls Road, near the All View private property and run along the cliff top track to Govetts Leap. We'll continue along the cliff top track to Evans Lookout and descend the many stairs into the Grand Canyon and follow the loop to Neates Glen. From Neates Glen we'll head back to Evans lookout, Govetts Leap and back to the start. Optional extra distance is available during the session.

BLUE MOUNTAINS FITNESS is one of only a few companies with a National Parks and Wildlife ECO PASS licence to carry out run training on the Hounslow course. We have been training runners for 16 years to complete the arduous UTA course since 2011 and the Hounslow Classic since 2015. We have highly experienced trainers who know the trails better than most. Head Trainer Tony Williams won the first Hounslow Double (68k/22km) in 2015 and was 2nd in the Hounslow Monster (43km/16km) in 2023 so he knows the course well! Trainer Di Kipp has just won the 50-54 Female age group at Ultra Trail Australia by 25 minutes! We have many other very experienced Run Trainers.

We are NPWS ECO PASS licensed and insured to carry out this training within the National Park.

WHY? This is a great training run to get a look at the tough bit of the Hounslow 17km/43km courses and see where you are at with your training. The Run Trainers at BMF have a wealth of experience to pass on - race prep, race gear, training and race nutrition, race strategy, pacing and info on the course.

This is the 17km course and the first 17km of the Marathon.

We do not leave runners and walkers behind. We have plenty of options with the different pace groups and distances. Our Run Trainers are highly experienced and will see who is doing it easy and also those who are finding it not so easy!

PACE GROUPS. We'll have 3 Pace Groups - The MIGHTY TURTLES and the HARES with a MEDIUM paced group in between. Our Trainers will be doing extra distance in preparation for other ultramarathons so if you are up for a faster/longer add on then we'll invite you along!

GEAR. We will be using this as a race day prep run and ask you to bring the Hounslow Classic Mandatory gear.

START TIME. 9:00am

START/FINISH LOCATIONS. Twin Falls Road - Google Maps Link - https://maps.app.goo.gl/UVXjAkxuKzz8Wzub9

DISTANCE. 17km with optional extra km or early turn around. The 17km course has over 900m of elevation gain/loss.

FINISH TIME. We expect to be finished in 4-5 hours depending on pace groups.

NUTRITION. Please bring enough fuel and hydration for around 5 hours maximum time of time on feet walking/jogging/running.

MINIMUM AGE. We have a minimum age of 14 on this particular training run.

OTHER INFORMATION. Our Trainers are very experienced trainers with a huge knowledge of the area, ,the Hounslow courses and what is needed to get the best result for you on Race Day. The Trainers will discuss gear, race strategy, nutrition, pacing, aid stations, what to wear or pack for the race and how to pack it.

INFO SHEET. A full information sheet will be sent to all participants prior to the training day.
This will include meeting points, training course map, PDF Map link, instructions etc.

FEES. The fees for this event are:
$85

$60 for ages 14-17.

This is including all Race Roster booking and processing fees, transport if required, awesome and experienced running guides with multiple Hounslow and UTA finishes.

If you have any questions contact Tony on info@bluemountainsfitness.com.au or 0402925608