The DC Front Runners is offering a special nine-week 5K race-training program for beginning runners starting on Saturday, April 4, 2009.
Participants will train to complete their first 5K race: The training program is designed for first-time runners who want to get into shape. You will train for Targeting a Dream’s 5K Run for Pride in Rock Creek Park on Saturday, June 7.
Participants will meet for consecutive group training sessions on Saturdays, 10 am from April 4 through the end of May. The assembly place for the group is Shevchenko Park, 23rd and P Street NW in Washington’s Dupont Circle neighborhood. DC Front Runner Blake Rushin, a Road Runner Club of America certified running coach and other experienced club members will provide coaching and advice.
By using a run-walk approach, our beginner’s program focuses on completing a race, gaining fitness and establishing a healthy lifestyle through running.
There are no minimum speed or fitness requirements to participate in this program. All are welcome to register regardless of age, pace, sexual orientation, or running experience. We are limiting the program to 20 individuals on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please note that we are not holding an advanced-beginner program this year.
Participants are asked to join DC Front Runners ($25 annual membership fee) and can register or send questions via e-mail to train@dcfrontrunners.org. Race registration is not included. Inquiries should include your name, phone number and e-mail address.
HOW TO SIGN UP
1. PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION FOR THE 2009 SPRING PROGRAM HAS CLOSED SINCE WE HAVE REACHED MAXIMUM CAPACITY. For further information about future training programs, please contact train@dcfrontrunners.org.
The club offers group runs and walks every Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. We welcome all runners and walkers regardless of experience, pace and distance. Please join us!
2. You must be a member of DC Front Runners to participate in the program. If you are not a current member, CLICK HERE to JOIN the club, pay for your dues and agree to the club’s liability waiver policy.
3. Register for the 5K Run for Pride race!
Further details about the program can be found in the 5K Race Training Program brochure.
If you have further questions, please e-mail us at train@dcfrontrunners.org.
