Trail running and UTA preparation don’t need to feel overwhelming. This workshop is about clarity, confidence, and community delivered locally for the Illawarra trail running community. 

This in-person workshop is designed to help runners across Wollongong and The Illawarra region feel confident preparing for trail running and Ultra-Trail Australia (UTA) whether you’re new to trails, racing UTA for the first time, or stepping up in distance.

Join us for Workshop 1 of our 3-part Trail Running & Ultra-Trail Australia Confidence Series, hosted locally in Port Kembla, just minutes from Wollongong.  

Expert Panel 

You’ll hear from a local panel including local accredited run coach Kath White who has raced and completed all distances at UTA, 7 Time UTA100 Finisher Michael Bilboe and Joshua Wiffen who has raced and completed several UTA50 & UTA100 over the last 10 years. This trio has extensive experience across Ultra-Trail Australia with their multiple UTA finishes, they also have extensive trail running experience, international ultra-distance races, and years of coaching and lived experience on the trails.

Event Details

• Date: Tuesday 10^th February 2026
• Time: 6pm
• Location: Black Metal Motor Co., 112 Wentworth Street Port Kembla. Opposite side of Coast To Mountain Running
• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Spots: Limited
• Cost: $10 - Redeemable 

What You’ll Learn

• In this practical, workshop-style session we’ll cover:
• How to structure your training for trail running and Ultra-Trail Australia
• Building sustainable weekly volume without injury or burnout
• Understanding mandatory UTA gear and why it matters
• Choosing the right trail running shoes, running vest, and poles
• How to pack your mandatory gear efficiently
• How to use drop bags for 100K and miler races to reduce race-day stress
• This is an educational workshop, not a sales night focused on real-world advice you can apply immediately.

Who It’s For

• Trail runners of all levels
• Runners preparing for Ultra-Trail Australia (any distance)
• Runners in Port Kembla, Wollongong & the Illawarra
• Anyone wanting clarity around training, gear, and race prep