Taking part in the Sydney Marathon this year? We've got you! Join our Marathon program today, and let's train together to get you finish line ready.
Looking for a spot in the Sydney Marathon? Apply for a charity place with us today!
PROGRAM DETAILS:
When? From w/c 13 April - Sunday 30 August
What's included in this program:
2x face-to-face training sessions a week led by one of our experienced, qualified and professional CanToo Coaches. FREE CanToo x ASICS top and cap or visor as reward for signing up! Train in a safe, fun and friendly environment with a group of like-minded individuals. While you challenge yourself, challenge cancer too by raising $1,700 to support our ongoing work, including the funding of early-career cancer researchers. Take on the TCS Sydney Marathon goal event at the end of your program on Sunday 30 August! Please note that participation in our program does not secure you a spot in the Sydney Marathon. You can however apply for a charity place with us here.
If you have any concerns about your ability, please contact us at info@cantoo.org.au. We'd love to help you set a suitable goal.
So, are you ready to join today? Register now for just $580. Use promo code MARA50 to save $50 - code expires 1 March!
Please note: Your CanToo program fee covers coaching, admin costs and track entry, where applicable. If you plan to take part in an official event, event entry is payable separately through the relevant event website.
Choose where you train!
We have training pods available in the following locations. Just select your preference when you register.
Wednesdays: 6:30pm - 8pm @ ES Marks Athletics Track, Kensington
Saturdays: 7am @ Centennial Park (by the flagpoles on Grand Drive, opposite Federation Pavilion)
Your Coach: Tess Healey
Northern Beaches Pod:
Tuesdays: 6:30pm - 8pm @ North Narrabeen Reserve (aka "Rat Park")
Sundays: 7:30am @ Tramshed Cafe, Narrabeen
Your Coach: Caroline Stevenson
Inner West Pod:
Wednesdays: 6:30am - 8am @ King George's Park, Rozelle NSW 2039
Saturdays: 6:30am @ Kirkbride Carpark (corner Central Ave & Supply Rd), Lilyfield NSW 2040
Your Coach: Paul Raptis
Kirribilli Pod: COMING SOON
Express your interest in this pod via this form.
Got a question? Check our FAQs!
If we haven't answered your question below, send us an email at info@cantoo.org.au and we'll be happy to help.
This program is designed to support people who already have some running experience, as a marathon can be quite the challenge! If you're looking to get into running, we recommend keeping an eye out for our other run programs - we support people to run other distances of 5km, 10km and half marathons.
With some running experience under your belt already, our Coaches will be there guiding you along this journey to help you confidently achieve a marathon by the end of the program.
Your first session of the week will typically cover:
- How to run more efficiently
- Improving core strength
- Proper breathing techniques
- Understanding injury prevention
- Talks from guest speakers
Your second session of the week will typically cover:
- Focusing on running form
- Building endurance
- Improving mental focus
- Working on pacing and race strategy
Yes! When you sign up to our Marathon program, you are making a commitment to raise $1,700 throughout your journey with us. These funds are so vital to ensure we can continue our work, from our fitness programs to funding crucial cancer research that is changing and saving lives.
If you have a charity place with us for the TCS Sydney Marathon 2026, then your fundraising target will be $3,000. You will need to pay the program fee to take part in the Marathon program, but you will not have the additional $1,700 fundraising target, as we think $3,000 is already enough to focus on!
You can apply for a charity place with us here, while spots last.
If you have a charity place with us for the TCS Sydney Marathon 2026, then your fundraising target will be $3,000, which you will need to raise via your Grassrootz fundraising page that is set up for you.
You will need to pay the program fee to take part in the Marathon program, but you will not have the additional $1,700 fundraising target, as we think $3,000 is already enough to focus on!
You can apply for a charity place with us here, while spots last.
To take part in our Marathon program, you will need to pay a program fee of $580 upfront at registration. This covers the cost of all your training, and we think it's quite the deal!
Until 1 March, you can save $50 off your program fee with the code MARA50.
If you're concerned about hitting your fundraising target, don't worry! We will be here every step of the way with tips and tricks to help you reach your goal. Plus, your fellow CanToo-ers that you'll be training with will also be able to share inspiration for fundraising.
We suggest getting yourself started with a self-donation - it'll get you on your way and make your target feel all the more achieveable!
While run clubs can be a fun social activity, our CanToo programs are led by qualified and experienced Coaches with a full training plan provided, to help you reach your goals.
Our program can also offer you:
- Warm up routines (joint prep, muscle activation)
- Cool-down and stretching tips
- Basic mobility exercises for hips, knees and ankles
- Guidance on when to push yourself, and when to rest
- A safe space to run in a friendly environment, from running in a group, to ensuring you're not injuring yourself - your safety is important to us.
- The chance to make a difference for an amazing cause!
You can apply for a charity place with CanToo here!
But be quick - we only have a very limited number of spots left!
With a charity place, you will be required to raise a minimum of $3,000. If you choose to also take part in our Marathon training program, you will need to pay the program fee, but your fundraising target will remain at $3,000. You will not be required to raise the additional $1,700 program fundraising target.
Congrats on your ballot place! If you choose to support CanToo with your ballot place, we ask that you raise as much as you can! This can be done via the Grassrootz platform.
But if you take part in our Marathon training program, you will be required to pay the program fee and raise the $1,700 program fundraising target.
The difference you can make
By taking part in our Marathon program, not only will you be challenging yourself and improving your own health and fitness, but the money you raise throughout the program could help change and save the lives of other people too.
Every dollar you raise will help CanToo's ongoing work, from supporting our growing portfolio of programs (just like this one!) to funding new and innovative early-career cancer researchers who are looking to find new ways to prevent, treat and ultimately cure cancer.
Signing up today is the first step you can take to make a wonderful difference for people in Australia and around the world.
