Weekly Club Runs

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DC Road Runners organizes four dedicated group runs each week. These runs are held consistently, rain or shin, with the exception of extreme inclement weather (e.g. thunderstorms, snowstorms, poor air quality days). These runs are open to new and prospective members alike, and they offer ranges of structured pacing. Runners of all ability levels are welcome, and active race training is not a requirement for attendance.

Come run with us!

Weekly Run Schedule

Each weekly run differs slightly in style and format, though the overall structure of each run—midweek track, weekend long run—remains consistent. The schedule of runs is as follows:

Club Members at the annual DC Christmas Tree Run

Club Run Benefits

The main benefit of attending any of the DCRR weekly runs is the opportunity to run with a supportive and welcoming group that shares in the success of each runner. None of the organizers bring any expectations to each meeting, and all of the organizers want running to be an enjoyable experience for all.

That said, some additional benefits of attendance include:

  • post-run dinners on Mondays and Wednesdays
  • post-run coffee and breakfast on Saturday mornings
  • regular opportunities to ask training questions of club members who RRCA-certified coaches
  • entry points into DCRR’s formal training programs
  • opportunities to offer volunteer support to the club and to the DMV running community
  • regular updates about DCRR races and other club events

Do I need to be in shape?

There are no formal expectations for fitness, racing motivation, or “serious” interest in running. However, as a general rule, run organizers recommend that attendees be running with some consistency—roughly 15-20 miles per week, 3-4 days a week—in order to have a baseline level of fitness, which will help with injury avoidance.

No one wants anyone to get hurt.

The Saturday long run will always offer runners a long route and a shorter option, and nothing will stop anyone from running even less, if runners want to turn back early. The same general rule applies to the Monday Chill Run.

The Wednesday and Thursday track workouts mirror each other, and the expectation is that attendees will be running 20 miles per week with regular consistency before attempting harder speed work.

If you are completely new to the sport, we recommend joining one of the club’s training programs so that you can receive structured guidance and coaching.