2026 Cap City Couch to 5 Mile Training Group
- Date Sat 31st January 2026 - Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM PST
- Location Olympia, Washington
- Price $69.90
- Races 1 race
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Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2026 Cap City Couch to 5 Mile Training Group! Kicking off on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 9 am at Briggs YMCA in Olympia, Thurston, this exciting 15-week program is perfect for new runners, those returning to the sport, or anyone with no prior running experience. Whether your goal is to complete the Capital City 5 Mile Race or to run your best five-mile distance yet, this program has got you covered!
Training begins on February 2 at Marathon Park, with sessions held on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00 pm and Saturdays at 8:30 am. For just $65, you’ll receive expert coaching, a running shirt, and a full year membership to Club Oly. Plus, there’s a family discount available for minors attending with an adult. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and achieve your running goals – spaces are limited, so be sure to register soon! For more details about the Capital City 5 Mile Race, visit the event's official website.
Training begins on February 2 at Marathon Park, with sessions held on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00 pm and Saturdays at 8:30 am. For just $65, you’ll receive expert coaching, a running shirt, and a full year membership to Club Oly. Plus, there’s a family discount available for minors attending with an adult. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and achieve your running goals – spaces are limited, so be sure to register soon! For more details about the Capital City 5 Mile Race, visit the event's official website.
Organiser's Description
Train to run the Capital City 5 Mile Race!
This program, led by Club Oly members, is a 15-week program designed for new runners, runners returning to running after a break, and those who have NO running experience. Whether you want to meet your goal of completing a five mile race or running your strongest five mile race, we will help you reach your goal. (Before starting any training program, please consult your physician.)
Using the run/walk method, we will start with 30 minutes of walking and jogging just 3 times a week.
Join us Saturday, January 31 @ 9 am at Briggs YMCA for a kickoff meeting.
Training will begin the following Monday February 2 at Marathon Park at 6 pm.
Training Schedule: During the program we will meet during the week on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00 pm at Marathon Park and on Saturdays at South Sound Running / Fleet Feet at 8:30 am.
Registration fee is $50.00 which also includes a running shirt and full year Club Oly membership in addition to the 15 week training program.
The fee does NOT include entry to the race at Cap City Marathon.
The number of participants is limited so register soon!
Shirt guarantee date: If you register after January 25, we can not guarantee that you will receive a shirt or that it will be your size.
For more information about the Capital City 5 Mile Race, please go to: http://capitalcitymarathon.org
THE TRAINING GROUP COSTS $65 AND THIS INCLUDES A SHIRT AND MEMBERSHIP OF CLUB OLY ROAD RUNNERS
Family Discount - Minors (Under 18) attending with an adult can access a special discount price of $35
This program, led by Club Oly members, is a 15-week program designed for new runners, runners returning to running after a break, and those who have NO running experience. Whether you want to meet your goal of completing a five mile race or running your strongest five mile race, we will help you reach your goal. (Before starting any training program, please consult your physician.)
Using the run/walk method, we will start with 30 minutes of walking and jogging just 3 times a week.
Join us Saturday, January 31 @ 9 am at Briggs YMCA for a kickoff meeting.
Training will begin the following Monday February 2 at Marathon Park at 6 pm.
Training Schedule: During the program we will meet during the week on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00 pm at Marathon Park and on Saturdays at South Sound Running / Fleet Feet at 8:30 am.
Registration fee is $50.00 which also includes a running shirt and full year Club Oly membership in addition to the 15 week training program.
The fee does NOT include entry to the race at Cap City Marathon.
The number of participants is limited so register soon!
Shirt guarantee date: If you register after January 25, we can not guarantee that you will receive a shirt or that it will be your size.
For more information about the Capital City 5 Mile Race, please go to: http://capitalcitymarathon.org
THE TRAINING GROUP COSTS $65 AND THIS INCLUDES A SHIRT AND MEMBERSHIP OF CLUB OLY ROAD RUNNERS
Family Discount - Minors (Under 18) attending with an adult can access a special discount price of $35
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2026 Cap City Couch to 5 Mile Training Group
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Running Shirt
Sat 31st January 2026 (9:00AM PST)
$69.90
Train to run the Capital City 5 Mile Race! This program, led by Club Oly members, is a 15-week program designed for new runners, runners returning to running after a break, and those who have NO running experience. Whether you want to meet your goal of completing a five mile race or running your strongest five mile race, we will help you reach your goal. (Before starting any training program, please consult your physician.) Using the run/walk method, we will start with 30 minutes of walking and jogging just 3 times a week. Join us Saturday, January 31 @ 9 am at Briggs YMCA in Olympia for a kickoff meeting. Training will begin the following Monday February 3 at Marathon Park at 6 pm. Training Schedule: During the program we will meet during the week on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00 pm at Marathon Park and on Saturdays at South Sound Running at 8:30 am. Registration fee is $50.00 which also includes a running shirt and full year Club Oly membership in addition to the 15 week training program. The fee does NOT include entry to the race at Cap City Marathon. The number of participants is limited so register soon! Shirt guarantee date: If you register after January 25, we can not guarantee that you will receive a shirt or that it will be your size. For more information about the Capital City 5 Mile Race, please go to: http://capitalcitymarathon.org
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