Activities — Run Bike Fun

“As a complete beginner to running I was really worried about joining the Giggleswick Gazelles, meeting new people and taking up something I’ve never done before. I needn’t have been. Even though most of the group I met are seasoned runners, they have all been really encouraging. Jill is a fantastic coach. I just thought running was running but she keeps an eye on everyone’s postures and explains different techniques to make sure we get into good habits right from the very beginning. I learned a lot in just two weeks! If you’ve thought about running but were put off because you’ve never done it before, then join Jill’s running club. She makes it fun, challenging and the group are really friendly. I have started feeling the benefits already after just 2 months.”

— Pat Gibson, Age 48 Virtual Assistant

“My 5yr old daughter has gone from having no confidence or wish to get on her bike to wanting to practice every day and not wanting to come in! Jill has installed belief that she can do it and continue to improve. She feels safe and eager to learn when she is with Jill. The difference is amazing. There are so many things Jill has taught her already that will help to ensure she stays safe as well as enjoy riding her bike. I can't recommend Jill enough, I think I need to book a session next to improve my rusty bike skills!”

— Florrie Wilkinson, Age 5

“Riding a bike has always proved difficult for my 12 year old son with Dyspraxia and with the added obstacle of ADHD, he has never had the patience nor focus to overcome the challenge of cycling. Jill took his disabilities in her stride and with calm, encouraging Bikeability instruction introduced the joy of cycling to my son. Not only has his balance, spacial awareness and safety routines vastly improved, he has started to enjoy riding his bike, feeling more confident that he can keep his balance whilst undertaking basic safety awareness. This is some feat for my son! He wants to continue developing his cycling skills and constantly asks, ‘when will the nights be lighter for me to see Mrs Eccleston again?’ Thank you Jill for your patience and approach with my, at times, challenging son, his joy is our celebration! ”

— Daniela Parravano-Tomasso, House Matron and Mother

“I initially joined the Gazelles to improve my running and have to say I was impressed from the start. Jill's warm and welcoming approach makes it easy to ask questions which are always very well answered with a high level of knowledge and competence. The Friday evening runs are a perfect mix of running and having expert tuition and a run with old friends in fact it sometimes doesn't even occur to me that I'm actually with a running club. I’ve gained so much confidence and my running has come on leaps and bounds all thanks to Jill, oh yes and you also get a very smart running top when you join the group. All in all worth every penny. ”

— Martyn Bissett, Age 49, Chemical process worker

“Jill, you make our Friday nights special, after our run we are ready for anything the weekend throws at us. I like the way you're never left feeling your performance is worse than anyone elses. I like the fact that over time my stamina has improved and hills that once felt like mountains no longer phase me because Jill has given me the techniques to conquer them. ”

— Anne Clarke, Age 64, Retired

“Jill combines patience, encouragement and coaching knowhow to keep our mixed ability running group fully engaged. By showing correct technique she has almost convinced me that running uphill is an enjoyable experience. Jill has been a great instructor and leader, encouraging people of all levels to join in and be active. She's inspired me to push my limits, but always makes the sessions enjoyable!' ”

— Alex Moffatt, Age 19, Student

“Thank you for another great day, the boys have really enjoyed your summer club, the best ever! I asked the boys a few questions and this is what they had to say…… Raff said “It’s really cool because Jill teaches us new skills and to be safe. If your hat is baggy she will tighten it or if your trousers are baggy she will fold them up and tuck them into your socks. I learnt to zip my coat up otherwise it would get caught and be dangerous. She taught me how to ride up the big hill in the pump track, which made me feel very happy. I liked the other children as they didn’t make fun of me, they were nice children and they thought my helmet was cool! It was great fun because we played this cool game about skidding. She is the best bike teacher ever.” Otto said “I liked Big Henry because he played with me. Jill taught me how to skid and how to ride on the bike track.” Thank you also for giving them some chocolate biscuits this afternoon as I forgot their choc snack. Please also thank Big Henry for looking after Otto”

— Harriet Bush, Owner www.pittapatta.com

“Thanks Jill Eccleston for a very enjoyable morning, and the extra effort involved in including rhona (at very nearly 5!) and all the very positive encouragement. Both girls loved the triathlon experience (Isla's knackered but had a great time) even the very Yorkshire weather added to the day smile emoticon — at Run Bike Fun”

— Estelle Mortimer, Research Scientist

“I just wanted to say a big congratulations on doing what you are doing and having managed to do it. WELL DONE. I am so passionate about getting kids to do more outside activity, developing interests, confidence etc. Like you the outdoors has and continues to give me some of my best life experiences. I thhink your website, flyers, and emails are fantastic and may you go from strength to strength. I have no doubt that you will”

— Jane, Former teacher and sports coach

“3 months ago I went to a group session with Jill, I could hardly even get on my bike never mind get my head around the gears and was struggling with more than 2-3mins of consistent running. Jill helped me with both my confidence and technique and today I did my first ever TRIATHLON!!!”

— Molly Byrne, Regional Store Manager

“Just done my first parkfit session...absolutely loved it, different variety of things for a full body workout. Jill is very good at what she does, she gives constructive feedback and helped me feel motivated!! Thanks Jill definitely be back next week :)”

— Gemma Thomas

“I have been with Jill's STRONG & STEADY group for a year or so and one of the things that keeps us positive each week is the variety of ways in which Jill uses quite ordinary materials to help exercise different areas of our bodies. One such example for me was the introduction of plastic spiky balls! I hated them to begin with and have to say and I made it quite clear at the time. We had to roll them round on the floor with our feet, working them round the sides, backwards and forwards. They hurt my feet. I have a condition called peripheral neuropathy which means that the front ends feel permanently numb and cold and later I found that using the lighter of a pair of these balls actually began to make an improvement to that sensation! We have fun trying out these things in the group which I attend weekly to help me learn how to get down to the floor and back up again without assistance and also gain strength, balance and mobility but most importantly the tea and biscuits post session is a great opportunity to meet new people and share our thoughts on how to move more as we get older!”

— Elizabeth Evans, Retired

“Just wanted to say a big thank you for all your help and inspiration . You've given me the kick start I needed with both running and all over conditioning and I feel I am now able to continue largely on my own. ”

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“I started out as a newbie runner going to Gazelles (still love it!) and now I'm working towards my first ultra in September thanks to Jill writing me a plan. Oscar has overcome his fear of bikes and now rides on two wheels independently thanks to bikeability classes. Phoebe came to Settle having never run before and thanks to various clubs Jill has put on she has completed many races, tried and loved her first triathlon and now runs competitively in her age category at both local and schools area level. So, as all your activities have helped us settle in Settle, learn new skills and meet new friends”

— Claire, Phoebe and Oscar Holliday-Gill, Profession Lecturer and her children

“Achieved my 2017 Pennine Way challenge this year. Sixteen days of walking over 275 miles with a lot of bogs. Thanks, Jill, for all the support and expertise. The focused conditioning work we did really built my stamina for those hills and planning strategies for kit was invaluable. The blister plasters delivered to the pub on day 6 were welcome too!”

— Irene, Leeds University Lecturer

“Thanks to this lovely lovely lady it took Ruby a week to learn how to ride her bike, thankyou so much she loves her lessons and you!”

— Ruby Age 5 and 3/4!

“Eliza said that the lessons with you were fun. She learnt things like how to check her bike and was really pleased that she managed to learn to ride in just two lessons. She said she liked coming to you because you know things like how to start off and bunny ears which she didn't know before”

— Eliza Holliday age 7,

“If you are wanting to give your "little ones" a push and get them off on their bikes, I highly recommend Jill Eccleston - Run Bike Fun”

— Jane Brearley, Mother of Lili age 6 - Sedbergh School

“Thanks for your support and encouragement this year lovely lady - you're a star! I couldn't have done it without you :-)”

— Curious runner...., Owner The Falls Cafe, Ingleton

“Just went to my first Athlefit class in Settle. The key words for this class are accessible and another good one - friendly. The participants work at their own pace in a variety of cleverly put togehter exercises. It is run in a cicuit format and allows maximum interation. Jill is a keen eyed instructor and is very strong on technique. This is a good class for people wanting to start an exercise programme, for people who are fit and want to maintain a level of fitness and is suitable for any age. Recommended!”

— Gayatri Haigh

“Jill is all about FUN and fitness with a caring attitude. Jill has coached and encouraged me to run and bike and shown me places I would never have been to before. She has a great team spirit, her enthusiasm for fitness and her ‘can do’ attitude simply rubs off onto you. Jill is a professional coach, intelligent, caring, helpful, fun woman and a pleasure to spend time with. A real role model for us to get off our bottoms, get fit and enjoy it!”

— Joanne Oakey, Ribblesdale Motors

“Jill has taken me from a very nervous novice cyclist to a less nervous cyclist who has completed 3 sprint triathlons , including 2 podium places and a 33 mile sportive. All in 8 months. Thanks Jill !”

— Janet Tolson, Business Owner

“Jill coached 3 group mountain bike sessions all of which were great fun & full of encouraging advice. I now feel confident enough to head out on trials that I wouldn’t have considered before. Highly recommended. Thanks Jill!”

— Johanna Latty, Lake District National Parks

“I have been running with Jill as our coach for about 4 years now, not only has Jill made running fun and something to look forward to, but with her informal style and infectious enthusiasm she has improved almost all aspects of my running style. ”

— David Clarke, Age 58, Researcher

“Jill will inspire no matter what level you are at personally, or what your goals are - small steps to some have brought me a lot of joy and personal pride. Jill's infectious enthusiasm gives you a feeling that anything is possible!”

— Clare Taylor, Vet

“Jill is a remarkable woman...enthusiastic, knowledgable and passionate about running and biking, not to mention being a superb athlete. At all levels and all ages, from complete beginners to those at the peak of their fitness, Jill has something to offer with her coaching and leadership. All wrapped up in loads of fun and enjoyment!!”

— Jess Bagnall, Owner Yorkshire Dales Pilates

“I had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in November 2017 though I may have had the condition for quite some time by then. From the very start of my Strong & Steady experience, I have found it to be most rewarding and worthwhile for a variety of reasons – being with other people experiencing a range of difficulties which we are able to share with one another - learning how to avoid falling – discovering ways of getting oneself up from the floor following a fall which has been particularly useful on a couple of occasions when I had fallen in the garden while being the only person at home!”

— Michael Yates, Retired Vicar

“The kids had a fab time cycling for Oliver's party thanks to the wonderful Mrs Jill Eccleston. Mine slept well after all that excitement and exercise. Would throughly recommend this for kids parties! Even Ian and I had a little friendly competition!”

— Diane Wellock, Farmer, Housewife and Mother

“Jill runs sessions with variety. Always guides and supports you at your level and makes you feel very welcome. Passion for running biking fitness oozes with subtly - a great inspiration Thank you to Jill Eccleston for a successful mountain bike skills day with my 11 year old. 4 hours of hard graft on the hills and they were both smiling. Max commented it was awesome - came away feeling confident, happy and full of pride with his achievements”

— Michaela Rayner, Business Development Manager

“My 9 year old has come on leaps and bounds since joining bike club! It's so nice to be able to take her out and have the confidence that she can follow road safety. This is something she would NEVER have paid any attention to if it had been me or her dad teaching her!”

— Claire Holliday, Teacher

“I hope that I remembered to pass on my thanks Jill for your help in my bone strengthening regime, I couldn’t remember if I’d let you know my bone strength had significantly improved apparently so brilliant news. Thanks.”

— Retired Yoga Instructor

Run Bike Fun

CORE STRENGTH AND STRONG AND STEADY CLASSES

BIKE COACHING

PHYSICAL LITERACY FOR CHILDREN

GIGGLESWICK GAZELLES

BRITISH CYCLING BREEZE RIDES

CUSTOM SESSIONS (DESIGN-YOUR-OWN)

RUNNING COACHING