BRRC Beginner/Intermediate 5K Training Program
- Date Mon 26th January 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
- Time 6:00AM EST
- Location Baltimore, Maryland
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the excitement at the BRRC Beginner/Intermediate 5K Training Program, kicking off on January 26, 2026, in Towson, Baltimore! This vibrant program runs through May 31, 2026, and is designed for everyone from first-time walkers to seasoned runners looking to enhance their skills. Whether you're aiming to complete your first 5K or improve your existing performance, this structured training offers the perfect environment to achieve your goals while making new friends.
Under the guidance of certified coaches, participants will enjoy a comprehensive 10-week schedule filled with engaging workouts that introduce essential techniques like pacing, hydration, and proper running form. With sessions held at convenient locations including the Carver Center for Arts and Technology and the Northeast Regional Recreation Center, you can easily fit this program into your lifestyle. Plus, with no registration fee required (just a request for BRRC membership), it’s a fantastic opportunity to jumpstart your fitness journey. Don’t miss out on the chance to train for local 5K races and experience the joy of running in a supportive community!
Under the guidance of certified coaches, participants will enjoy a comprehensive 10-week schedule filled with engaging workouts that introduce essential techniques like pacing, hydration, and proper running form. With sessions held at convenient locations including the Carver Center for Arts and Technology and the Northeast Regional Recreation Center, you can easily fit this program into your lifestyle. Plus, with no registration fee required (just a request for BRRC membership), it’s a fantastic opportunity to jumpstart your fitness journey. Don’t miss out on the chance to train for local 5K races and experience the joy of running in a supportive community!
Organiser's Description
Overview: People decide they want to learn how or to improve their existing skills with walking or running a 5K in time for fall races. Join the Baltimore Road Runners to do just that, plus meet new friends and have a lot of fun!
Goals and Purposes: The 5K Training Group is designed for six groups of people.
. Walkers who want to complete their first 5K
. Walkers who have completed a 5K, but want to improve their skills
. Those who want to learn how to run a 5K
. Runners who have run a 5K, but want to improve their skills
. Those who want to return from an injury utilizing the safety of a structured program
. Families who want to run together in a structured environment
. Under the leadership of experienced, certified coaches, runners will be introduced to topics such as proper running form, clothing choices, pacing, hill strategy, hydration, static and dynamic stretching, and more.
. A 10-week schedule will be provided to all participants. Participants self-identify which group they want to join, and may change groups at will.
Workouts:
. A 10 week schedule will be provided to all participants.
. Both walkers and runners will be introduced to intervals, where they walk faster or run for a specified time period, then walk briskly to recover for a specified time.
. The speed-walking/running time will be increased and the recovery time decreased as the training progresses. The distances will also be increased during the training.
Location:
1. Carver Center for Arts and Technology 938 York Rd. Baltimore, MD 21204
o The group will meet at the track.
o Time: 7:00 P.M.
o Runners should bring their own water.
2. Northeast Regional Recreation Center, 7501 Oakleigh Rd, Parkville, MD 21234
o Instead of canceling, we will meet indoors when the feels-like temperature is at 85^0 or above, as per RRCA guidelines.
o For consistency, well use the reading on The Weather Channel App, set to Towson, MD 21204, where Carver is located.
o Cancellation and change of location decisions will be made by 5:00 PM, and will be posted on the BRRC Facebook page and sent out via registered runner group email.
Saturday mornings
1. CCBC Essex -- 7201 Rossville Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21237
o Meet in Parking Lot 2, around on the back side of the Athletic Dome.
o Time: 6:45 AM, take-off at 7
o Runners should bring their own water.
o Cancellation decisions will be made by 5:00 AM, and will be posted on the BRRC Facebook page and sent out via registered runner group email.
Dates: March 19, 2026 to May 23, 2026 (10 Weeks)
Target Race: Multiple area 5Ks
Leads: Ginnie Welsh vjwelsh@gmail.com Robin Goodwin robingood@comcast.net Tom Nasuta tnasuta@gmail.com, Jason Colenzo colenzofitness@gmail.com
Cost: There is no cost to this program, but BRRC membership is requested. To join, click here
Goals and Purposes: The 5K Training Group is designed for six groups of people.
. Walkers who want to complete their first 5K
. Walkers who have completed a 5K, but want to improve their skills
. Those who want to learn how to run a 5K
. Runners who have run a 5K, but want to improve their skills
. Those who want to return from an injury utilizing the safety of a structured program
. Families who want to run together in a structured environment
. Under the leadership of experienced, certified coaches, runners will be introduced to topics such as proper running form, clothing choices, pacing, hill strategy, hydration, static and dynamic stretching, and more.
. A 10-week schedule will be provided to all participants. Participants self-identify which group they want to join, and may change groups at will.
Workouts:
. A 10 week schedule will be provided to all participants.
. Both walkers and runners will be introduced to intervals, where they walk faster or run for a specified time period, then walk briskly to recover for a specified time.
. The speed-walking/running time will be increased and the recovery time decreased as the training progresses. The distances will also be increased during the training.
Location:
1. Carver Center for Arts and Technology 938 York Rd. Baltimore, MD 21204
o The group will meet at the track.
o Time: 7:00 P.M.
o Runners should bring their own water.
2. Northeast Regional Recreation Center, 7501 Oakleigh Rd, Parkville, MD 21234
o Instead of canceling, we will meet indoors when the feels-like temperature is at 85^0 or above, as per RRCA guidelines.
o For consistency, well use the reading on The Weather Channel App, set to Towson, MD 21204, where Carver is located.
o Cancellation and change of location decisions will be made by 5:00 PM, and will be posted on the BRRC Facebook page and sent out via registered runner group email.
Saturday mornings
1. CCBC Essex -- 7201 Rossville Blvd, Baltimore, MD 21237
o Meet in Parking Lot 2, around on the back side of the Athletic Dome.
o Time: 6:45 AM, take-off at 7
o Runners should bring their own water.
o Cancellation decisions will be made by 5:00 AM, and will be posted on the BRRC Facebook page and sent out via registered runner group email.
Dates: March 19, 2026 to May 23, 2026 (10 Weeks)
Target Race: Multiple area 5Ks
Leads: Ginnie Welsh vjwelsh@gmail.com Robin Goodwin robingood@comcast.net Tom Nasuta tnasuta@gmail.com, Jason Colenzo colenzofitness@gmail.com
Cost: There is no cost to this program, but BRRC membership is requested. To join, click here
Races
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BRRC Beginner/Intermediate 5K Training Group
Mon 26th January 2026 (6:00AM EST)
Free
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