Torremolinos Offers Free Training Sessions for Its Next Half Marathon

Free Running Sessions in Torremolinos

Torremolinos Town Council has launched a new series of free guided training sessions ahead of the 37th Torremolinos International Half Marathon and the town’s 5K race.

The programme began on 2 October 2026 and will continue until 29 January 2027. Sessions take place on selected Fridays from 6:00 p.m.

Specialist coaches will lead the workouts, helping participants improve their endurance, running technique and confidence before taking part in either race.

The programme is open both to registered competitors and to runners who are still considering entering the event.

October and November Training Dates

Four sessions are scheduled during October:

• Friday 2 October at 6:00 p.m.
• Friday 9 October at 6:00 p.m.
• Friday 16 October at 6:00 p.m.
• Friday 30 October at 6:00 p.m.

November’s sessions will take place on:

• Friday 6 November at 6:00 p.m.
• Friday 13 November at 6:00 p.m.
• Friday 27 November at 6:00 p.m.

The programme will continue during December and January, with the final workout scheduled for Friday 29 January 2027.

Limited to 30 Runners per Session

The workouts are free, but advance registration is required for each session.

Places are limited to 30 participants, allowing the coaches to provide closer guidance and adapt their advice to runners with different levels of experience.

Registration is available through the Torremolinos Despega municipal app. Users should select Activity registration, followed by Sports and Half Marathon Training.

Places will be allocated until each session reaches capacity.

Training on Sections of the Official Course

Sessions will take place at the Ciudad de Torremolinos municipal sports complex and on different sections of the Half Marathon course.

The precise meeting point may change depending on the aims of each workout. Registered participants will receive details from the Sports Department.

Using different parts of the route will help runners become familiar with the course and practise pacing, endurance, technique, hill management and race strategy.

Suitable for Different Running Levels

Participants do not need to be experienced long-distance runners.

The sessions are designed for different fitness levels, from runners preparing to complete their first 5K to athletes aiming to improve their Half Marathon performance.

Everyone taking part should be in suitable physical condition and follow the coaches’ instructions.

Runners are advised to bring appropriate footwear, sports clothing, water and reflective equipment when necessary. Any injury or health condition that could affect participation should be reported to the coaching team.

Half Marathon on 7 February

The 37th Torremolinos International Half Marathon will take place on Sunday 7 February 2027.

The race will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Calle de la Cruz, next to the Pablo Ruiz Picasso Cultural Centre.

Its certified urban course covers 21.097 kilometres and competitors will have a maximum of two hours and 30 minutes to finish.

The route will follow streets and avenues around Torremolinos and include a section beside the Mediterranean. Refreshment stations and kilometre markers will be installed along the course.

Organisers expect approximately 2,750 runners to participate.

A 5K Race on Saturday

The race weekend will begin with the Torremolinos 5K on Saturday 6 February.

The five-kilometre event starts at 10:00 a.m. from the car park beside the Pablo Ruiz Picasso Cultural Centre. Participants will have 50 minutes to complete the route.

Children’s races and adapted distances for participants with disabilities will begin from 11:00 a.m.

The 5K provides an alternative for runners who are not yet ready for a half marathon or prefer a shorter distance.

Race Registration

Half Marathon registration remains open until 31 January 2027, unless all available places are filled earlier.

The final entry price is €20, while participation in the 5K costs €10.

The Half Marathon fee includes a runner’s pack containing a technical shirt and promotional items. Refreshment stations, timing, physiotherapy, toilets and a baggage facility will also be available.