GOAL SETTING. COMMITMENT. RESILIENCE.

EMPOWERING YOUNG PEOPLE BEYOND THE FINISH LINE.

Applications for schools to join The Run Beyond Project in 2026 are now open. Application form can be found at http://www.tinyurl.com/rbpapply26.

SOME LESSONS CAN ONLY BE LEARNT OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

The Run Beyond Project provides a framework which teachers can use to connect with and empower young people beyond the finish line.

The Run Beyond Project is an experiential program that supports young people as they work towards the accomplishment of a challenging but achievable Goal Event, which ranges from a 10km fun run, to a half-marathon in distance.

As students prepare for this event, they acquire goal-setting, commitment and resilience skills and the confidence to apply these skills, beyond the context of running, to all aspects of their lives!

We provide students with the tools they need for the task, including socks, shoes and singlets, at no cost to them or their school.

The Project is implemented by teachers in their own schools, using our engaging curriculum materials, and with our training and ongoing support. Students are therefore guided towards the achievement of a significant goal in a familiar and safe environment.

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ABOUT THE RUN BEYOND PROJECT

The Run Beyond Project was founded in 2015 when teacher and marathon enthusiast, David Criniti persuaded 5 of his Chester Hill High School students, all from refugee backgrounds, to go beyond what they thought possible and train for a half-marathon. It quickly developed into a program used by teachers in schools across Australia to help young people progress towards a goal, and acquire valuable skills which can be applied to enable them to excel in all areas of their lives, beyond the context of running.

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PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS

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OUR PARTNERS

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make your school run beyond!

We’re looking for passionate teachers to implement The Run Beyond Project in their school. Teach kids in need? Want to use your passion for running to help them realise their potential? Click on the button below to get started!

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What people are saying

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One thing I would like to achieve eventually is a marathon and I didn’t think I would ever want to do that – but this Project has shown me I can achieve something if I want it hard enough.
– 2024 Run Beyond Graduate

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The Run Beyond Project have given (them) so much inspiration and drive to succeed! What a great team to be a part of! (They have) absolutely loved being a part of the team! Thank you!
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– 2023 Run Beyond Graduate

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It’s something that I will always talk about and … that I recommend other people to try because it changed my perspective on the world.
Mohamed, Chester Hill High School
– Run Beyond Graduate

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I have seen that the Run Beyond Project has improved all participants’ confidence and self-esteem and has allowed them to set goals that they may never have done before.
Mel, Westfield Sports High School
– Teacher

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This Project helped me learn a lot about myself, how I can push myself further than I mentally think I can. This has helped me reach my goals knowing I can physically do more than my mind is telling me.
– 2024 Run Beyond Graduate

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Throughout this journey we’ve been given opportunities I never would have thought of having before. I’ve made friendships and unforgettable memories; accomplished goals; received awesome freebies; and met some very inspirational people.
Marissa, Evans High School
– Run Beyond Graduate

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Running each week has been something I have really enjoyed. I was so nervous before the run but I’m so happy that I did it! Running teaches you that if you just keep moving forward, you’ll get further than you ever imagined and meet some really great people along the way. I think I’ll do a half-marathon next! Thank you, Run Beyond Project.
Lyla, Nowra High School
– 2025 Run Beyond Graduate

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The best thing was the whole experience, ever since I got back (from the Goal Race) I can’t stop thinking about the privilege that I actually had to go there, every part was amazing and I am so thankful! Please continue to run this project and give other students the opportunity to experience what I have.
2025 Run Beyond Graduate

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The best thing about this Project was the unexpected connections made within our Run Beyond school team, as well as connections formed with teachers….as well as pushing myself and achieving new goals.
– 2024 Run Beyond Graduate

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The Run Beyond Project have given (my son) so much inspiration and drive to succeed! What a great team to be a part of. (He) has absolutely loved being part of the team! Thank you!
Northlakes High School

– Parent

ABOUT US

The Run Beyond project is a charity which uses running as a medium to help students facing adversity; through the project they learn goal setting, commitment, resilience and feel a sense of belonging.

Reg charity: 66613492005

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contact@therunbeyondproject.com