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. 

The 2025 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 2025 LTR - AT CAPACITY***

2025 Learn to Run Program - March 15, 2025 to June 7, 2025

PRC is pleased to announce that we are currently accepting registrants to our 2025 Learn to Run Program. 

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. 

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:

• Do you have any health conditions which would prevent your doctor from recommending an increase in physical activity? If you are unsure, please consult your Doctor first. 

• Can you walk 45 minutes at a time without pain, discomfort or shortness of breath? If you cannot do this before starting running, you are at a significantly higher risk of injury. You want to make yourself healthier, not cause harm. 

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 2025 - good through December 31, 2025

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 - 8:30am @ 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.