Learn To Run Program

Program Information

Our Learn To Run Program is organized by the Club and led by volunteer members. It is designed to bring you from the "couch" to being capable of running 5K in 12 weeks through. 

In 2024 the program will only be offered once. Please follow our Facebook Page for current details.

Please read below and if you have any additional questions, please email training@paradiserunningclub.com 

***REGISTRATION FOR 2024 LTR NOW CLOSE - NOW OPEN***

2024 Learn to Run Program - March 09, 2023 to June 1, 2023

PRC is pleased to announce that we are currently accepting registrants to our 2024 Learn to Run Program. 

LTR Information

Purpose: To gently guide you the process of being able to walk for 45 minutes to being able to run for 30+ minutes. We will celebrate this accomplishment with a club-based fun run 5K celebration/graduation run at the end of the Program. 

Prerequisites: If you are considering joining the LTR Program, please answer these two questions honestly:

Session Structure:

1) Warmup prior to running with dynamic movements

2) Begin each session with a walking interval (~ 5 minutes)

3) Run/Walk Intervals as prescribed on calendar

4) Post "workout" walk (~5 Minutes)

5) Post session static stretching

Program Capacity: Approximately 25 members, but at club discretion. 

Cost: $50 - $25 program fee plus $25 club membership in the Paradise Running Club for 2024 - good through December 31, 2024

Session Times (Typical Structure - Locations Subject to Change):

Tuesday - 6pm @ Paradise Park Parking Lot - End of Sarah Davis Way (club reserves the right to designate an alternate location in the community)

Thursday - 6pm @ Paradise Park Parking Lot - End of Sarah Davis Way (club reserves the right to designate an alternate location in the community)

Saturday - 8am @ Paradise Plaza - Parking Lot Near McNamara Drive Entrance (club reserves the right to designate an alternate location in the community)

Communications:

You will receive an introductory email, however the primary method of communication is via an LTR participant only Facebook group for you to get to know each other, ask questions, and provide the training schedule. Location information and additional resources will be posted here. 

How to Register:

Please go here to Join PRC, when completing the form please designate that you wish to Join the Learn to Run Program. Do not assume you have completed the registration process unless you have received a confirmation email. If you do not receive one, please contact membership@paradiserunningclub.com