BRRC Beginner/Intermediate 5K Training Program
- Date Wed 12th August 2026 - Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Baltimore, Maryland
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the excitement at the BRRC Beginner/Intermediate 5K Training Program, running from August 12, 2026, to October 17, 2026, in Towson, Baltimore! This vibrant training program is perfect for individuals looking to either learn how to walk or run a 5K or improve their existing skills. Whether you're a first-time 5K walker, a seasoned runner aiming to enhance your performance, or someone returning from an injury, this program offers a supportive and structured environment for all fitness levels.
Participants will meet twice a week at convenient locations, including the Carver Center for Arts and Technology and CCBC Essex, with sessions designed to introduce intervals and gradually increase distances over the 10-week program. Not only will you benefit from expert coaching and valuable insights on proper running techniques, but you'll also have the chance to meet new friends and build a community. With no cost to join and a target race at the Baltimore Running Festival 5K, this is an incredible opportunity to achieve your fitness goals while having a blast! Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance to get fit and have fun in Towson!
Participants will meet twice a week at convenient locations, including the Carver Center for Arts and Technology and CCBC Essex, with sessions designed to introduce intervals and gradually increase distances over the 10-week program. Not only will you benefit from expert coaching and valuable insights on proper running techniques, but you'll also have the chance to meet new friends and build a community. With no cost to join and a target race at the Baltimore Running Festival 5K, this is an incredible opportunity to achieve your fitness goals while having a blast! Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance to get fit and have fun in Towson!
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.
. 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, you will work out on your own indoors when the feels-like temperature is at 85^0 or above, as per RRCA guidelines.
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: August 12, 2026 to October 17, 2026 (10 Weeks)
Target Race: Baltimore Running Festival 5K
Leads: Jason Colenzo colenzofitness@gmail.com, Ginnie Welsh vjwelsh@gmail.com Robin Goodwin robingood@comcast.net Tom Nasuta tnasuta@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.
. 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, you will work out on your own indoors when the feels-like temperature is at 85^0 or above, as per RRCA guidelines.
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: August 12, 2026 to October 17, 2026 (10 Weeks)
Target Race: Baltimore Running Festival 5K
Leads: Jason Colenzo colenzofitness@gmail.com, Ginnie Welsh vjwelsh@gmail.com Robin Goodwin robingood@comcast.net Tom Nasuta tnasuta@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
Wed 12th August 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
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