Official Perkins Training Walks
The team at the Perkins hosts several training walks in the lead up to the big event. These walks help build your fitness and they're a great way to meet your fellow walkers. After each training walk, stick around for a chat - the coffees are on us!
Click the date tab for the training walk or walks you wish to join. You can RSVP for as many as your feet allow!
If we need to cancel due to weather, we will inform you via email or text message.
SATURDAY 1 APRIL— SWANBOURNE SOUTH TO LEIGHTON BEACH + RETURN — 7.30 AM
Boost your kilometres with this coastal training walk from Swanbourne South to Leighton Beach and back! Share a chat and a few laughs with your fellow walkers as you take in amazing ocean views, and enjoy a coffee for conquering an impressive 12kms.
Distance: approx. 12 km
Meet: Swanbourne Surf Life Saving Club
Parking: Swanbourne Surf Life Saving Club Beach Carpark,
Bring: Water, sunscreen and a hat!
SATURDAY 15 APRIL— DEEPWATER POINT, MOUNT PLEASANT, FORESHORE WALK TO THE ATTDALE FORESHORE AND RETURN— 7.30 AM
This is the big one, lovely walkers! Lace up your sneakers and join us for a huge 20km training walk, starting in Applecross. Together, you and your fellow walkers will stroll the river side towards Attadale foreshore, and then back. 20kms is no mean feat, so we will celebrate with a group photo by the Raffles and a well-deserved coffee at Deepwater Point!
Distance: approx. 20 km
Meet: Deepwater Point car park, near Dome, Mount Pleasant.
Parking: Deepwater Point car park, The Esplanade, Mount Pleasant
Bring: Water, sunscreen and a hat!
Training for the Walk is essential.
Even if you are doing it over 7 days, it’s still a good idea to get in some training.
Here are some tips to ensure you’re ready to take on your 35km or 42km.
Hydrate
Drink and carry plenty of water - hydration gels are also good.
Footwear
Try not to wear new shoes. Instead wear some that have been walked in to avoid blisters.
Be Sunsafe
Please wear a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses and cover up as much as possible.
Nourish
Don't forget to eat especially if you are doing long walks - pack plenty of snacks.
Stay Alert
Keep on footpaths/stay alert while crossing roads. Look out for oncoming traffic.
Stay Connected
Charge your phone so you can keep in touch with your friends and take pics!
Training Guide
We’ve prepared an 11-week training guide designed to build endurance and get you prepared for the big day. You can download it here.
Walker's Foot Care Tips
Many walkers complete their 35km year on year. Learn some of their tips and tricks for foot care on our Instagram highlight reel here.
