MANLY BEACH RUNNING CLUB
Looking for more than just a fun run? Come train with us! Face to FaceOnlineManly Beach Running Club — a friendly, coached run group on the Northern Beaches since 2012.
Join our 5:30am social runs from Manly Surf Club for just $50 per year.
Sessions: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun · 5:30am · Manly Surf Club
Price: Social membership $50 / year
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rated 5.0 by 45+ Northern Beaches runners
Cancel anytime. No lock-ins. Just good people and good running.
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🇦🇺 EST IN 2012 — ONE OF SYDNEY’S ORIGINAL RUN CLUBS
WE RUN MANLY
Join the ultimate running community at Manly Beach Running Club, where we help runners of all levels achieve their goals and love the journey along the way.
Located at the iconic Manly Beach, our running club offers more than just workouts—we’re a supportive, inspiring community of athletes, positive-minded runners, and expert coaches.
Whether you’re chasing your first 5K or training for an ultra-marathon, we’ll help you achieve personal bests you never thought possible.
Train Every Day with Purpose
No matter your pace or experience, you’ll find yourself improving simply by showing up. Our sessions are supportive, social and designed to help you build fitness the enjoyable way, without pressure or ego.
Fun, inclusive sessions for every level.
Personalised Programs That Actually Work
Whether you’re chasing your first 10km or lining up for an ultra, we write tailored TrainingPeaks programs to guide your training with structure, clarity and confidence.
Structure, clarity and real support for your goals.
A Community That Lifts You Up
Meet friendly, like-minded runners who show up, support each other and make every session fun. Build friendships, find accountability and become part of something bigger.
Friendship, motivation and accountability, every step of the way.
Meet founder, owner and Head Coach Joe Ward
As founder, owner and Head Coach of Manly Beach Running Club, Joe Ward brings over fifteen years of coaching experience and a lifetime of running knowledge to the community. Joe is a highly accomplished marathon runner and ultra runner, having represented Australia three times on the international stage and winning national championship titles in both 2023 and 2025.
With hundreds of races behind him, from 5km events to multi-day ultras, Joe understands the full spectrum of the running journey. His passion for running and fitness shapes every session he leads. Whether it’s guiding the pack at 5:30am, supporting ultra runners around the world, or working 1-to-1 with athletes, Joe’s focus is always the same: helping people discover what they’re truly capable of.
He believes in consistency, community, and the power of showing up, values that underpin everything at Manly Beach Running Club.
“People get a great feeling from training at the beach – there’s a calming influence from being in touch with nature and it’s a gorgeous place to be.”
– Joe Ward
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I love this club so much. Joe is an amazing coach, getting me ready to run my first ever Ultra marathon. Everyone at Manly Beach Running Club (Pinkies) is the absolute best 💗
Lauren Winton
May 18, 2025Joe is undoubtedly one of IF NOT the best running coach ANYONE could ask for. Not only is he a good running coach- without trying he is a GREAT life coach. He understands what it takes to get the best out of every athlete regardless of their ability level. His dedication to not just the craft of running but more so the craft of life. I have learned so much from our catch up chats- often these chats stay from running and more about being a complete and better person which eventually leads back to running Joe has guided me though 4 races so far this year (2024) - each performance better than the one before. One race being a huge non scheduled PR for a trail half marathon. Words can not articulate the respect I have for Joe and I can guarentee that if you engage Joe as your running coach you will only move forward and be a better runner and person from that day forward
Bobby Buche
July 29, 2024Working with Joe has been a genuinely valuable experience. His coaching not only improved my running but also helped me grow in patience, discipline, and perspective. Joe brings a depth of wisdom and practical insight that makes you feel supported both as an athlete and as a person. He has a way of sharing knowledge that sticks—whether it’s training strategies, mindset shifts, or little nuggets of wisdom that carry over well beyond running. I always felt like his guidance was tailored, thoughtful, and delivered with genuine care for my progress and well-being. I’ve come away from this coaching experience not just a stronger, more prepared ultra-athlete, but also with tools and perspectives I’ll carry forward into my own journey as a runner and now as a coach. Joe’s impact has been lasting, and I’ll always credit him as an important influence in my running journey. If you’re looking for a coach who blends expertise with empathy and helps you find your best both on the trails and beyond, I highly recommend Joe.
Nic
August 27, 2025 -
Very supportive team environment to develop as a runner! Joe changed my perspective on the sport. Highly recommend.
Alvaro
September 16, 2024Joe is fantastic! He is super knowledgeable and was incredibly supportive and encouraging preparing me for my first marathon. He tailored the program to suit my goals and fitness level and always checked in to make sure I felt confident and prepared. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to do a marathon or become a better runner.
Bianca Larcombe
September 17, 2025I cannot recommend Coach Joe highly enough! His passion and enthusiasm for running are absolutely contagious, and his dedication to his clients is unmatched. From the moment I started training with Joe, I felt supported and motivated. Joe’s attention to detail in every aspect of my training plan was impeccable, ensuring that I stayed on track and most importantly, injury-free! What truly sets him apart is his ability to tailor the training to my unique needs and circumstances. After giving birth to my second child, I never imagined I could achieve such a significant milestone so soon. Thanks to Joe’s expert guidance and unwavering encouragement, I ran my first marathon just 8 months postpartum and completed it in under 3 hours and 45 minutes. Full credit to my program set out by Coach Joe! If you’re looking for a coach who genuinely cares about your success and will go above and beyond to help you reach your goals, look no further. He is simply the best!
Melinda Horneman
July 23, 2024 -
Training with Joe has been nothing short of life-changing. From day one, he believed in me—even when I had doubts—and that belief carried me all the way through my first half marathon. The training program was absolutely incredible: structured, personalized, and effective. I genuinely felt like I was training as a professional athlete. What sets Joe apart is not just his knowledge, but his unwavering support and encouragement. Every run, every challenge, he was there to cheer me on and guide me forward. Joe helped me not only improve as a runner but also nurture a deep love for the sport. Thanks to his coaching, I’m already inspired and excited to take on more races in the future. If you're looking for someone to push you, believe in you, and help you reach your goals, this is the coach you want.
Mychelle Rossi
May 6, 2025Joe coached me through my second marathon. He is super knowledgeable, passionate and extremely practical in his approach. I really enjoyed this process, which felt much less of a struggle than my previous marathon training regime. Joe is particularly strong on mindset which is awesome for someone like me who is relatively new to the world of marathons. Highly recommended if you’re looking for someone to help you break that PB time or just to fall in love with running again.
Amanda Elstub
October 25, 2024Great club! It helped me achieve my running goals and was lots fun doing so.
Jake Garth
July 27, 2024
