Summary of Group:

Rhedeg Gyda’n Gilydd is a friendly, inclusive social running group established in August 2025 and based in Caernarfon, supporting people of all abilities to become more active through running, jogging and community participation. Since being established, the group has grown organically to 189 members primarily through word-of-mouth and community engagement. Our aim is to improve physical and mental wellbeing across Caernarfon and the surrounding area by creating safe, supportive and welcoming opportunities to run together. We welcome beginners, returners and experienced runners, using a relaxed, no-pressure approach built around encouragement, conversation and consistency. Our sessions use regrouping, loop-backs and buddy support to ensure nobody gets left behind. We promote enjoyment, confidence and social connection just as much as performance, helping members build healthier lifestyles within a supportive community environment. The group also maintains an active Facebook community, is continuing to build engagement through Strava, and has recently introduced Spond to help organise activities and improve member communication.

Alongside our regular social runs, we offer Cam Cyntaf, a structured 9-week beginner and returner programme designed to build confidence and progress towards continuous running and local parkrun participation. We also organise occasional early morning runs, social coffee meet-ups, community wellbeing posts and supportive fitness challenges to encourage consistency and long-term participation. The group has grown rapidly through word-of-mouth and social media, helping local people become more active, socially connected and confident in running. Future aims include developing additional qualified volunteer run leaders and expanding inclusive opportunities for community participation across the area.

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MEET THE TEAM:

We have a fantastic team of qualified Run Leaders and volunteers to support you.

Steve Magee, Lead Organiser / Qualified Run Leader

Steve is a Lead Organiser of Rhedeg Gyda’n Gilydd and helps coordinate the group’s inclusive, community-focused running activities. He is qualified in Leadership in Running Fitness through Welsh Athletics and has completed First Aid and Safeguarding in Athletics training. Steve is passionate about helping people build confidence, consistency and enjoyment through supportive running opportunities. He is also Level 2 Personal Trainer qualified.

Anest Parker-Jones, Lead Organiser / Volunteer Support

Anest helps lead and support Rhedeg Gyda’n Gilydd, encouraging a welcoming and supportive environment for all members. She plays an important role in helping beginners and returners feel comfortable and included during sessions and social activities. Anest is also Level 2 Personal Trainer qualified.

Catherine Sutton, Organiser / Committee Member

Catherine supports the development of Rhedeg Gyda’n Gilydd as an inclusive local running community. She assists with organisation, encouragement and member support while helping promote a positive and welcoming atmosphere within the group. Catherine is Level 2 Swim Coach qualified.

Kelvin Williams, Organiser / Committee Member

Kelvin supports the group’s developing volunteer structure and helps promote safe, inclusive and enjoyable running opportunities for local members. He contributes to the supportive community ethos of Rhedeg Gyda’n Gilydd, a keen runner and is Level 1 Swim Coach qualified.

Gwyn Peris-Jones, Organiser / Committee Member

Gwyn supports group organisation and helps create a friendly and accessible environment for runners of different abilities. He contributes to the supportive and community-focused atmosphere that underpins Rhedeg Gyda’n Gilydd. An ex semi-pro footballer, FAW Leaders award (introduction to football coaching) FAW C licence (level 2 - now expired) and 20 years on the Caernarfon Golf Club management committee

Darren Roberts, Volunteer Support / Run Leader in Training

Darren is an experienced runner who supports Rhedeg Gyda’n Gilydd’s inclusive and community-focused approach to running. He regularly encourages and supports members during group activities and is currently completing the Welsh Athletics Leadership in Running Fitness qualification to further support the development of the group and its members.

LOCATION: 

Morrisons Car Park, Caernarfon and various other locations.