Fall 10 Miler, Half Marathon, and Marathon Training
- Date Wed 3rd June 2026 - Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 7:00PM EDT
- Location Arlington, Virginia
- Price Free - $91.10
- Races 5 races
- Distances 10 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to hit the ground running with the Fall 10 Miler, Half Marathon, and Marathon Training program in Arlington! Kicking off on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, and concluding on Saturday, November 7, 2026, this exciting event is designed to help athletes of all levels prepare for their fall races, including the Army 10 Miler and Marine Corps Marathon. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, there's a tailored program just for you, covering distances from a 10 Miler to a full marathon.
Participants will benefit from expert coaching by RRCA-Certified Coaches and enjoy two dedicated training sessions each week, including Saturday Long Runs at North Meade Street Park and Midweek Quality Workouts at local high school tracks. With organized pace groups accommodating a wide range of abilities, this program fosters a welcoming community spirit. Plus, all registrants will receive a complimentary DCRR training shirt and a free membership to DCRR! Don't miss out on the chance to enhance your running skills and make new friends on this journey to race day success!
Participants will benefit from expert coaching by RRCA-Certified Coaches and enjoy two dedicated training sessions each week, including Saturday Long Runs at North Meade Street Park and Midweek Quality Workouts at local high school tracks. With organized pace groups accommodating a wide range of abilities, this program fosters a welcoming community spirit. Plus, all registrants will receive a complimentary DCRR training shirt and a free membership to DCRR! Don't miss out on the chance to enhance your running skills and make new friends on this journey to race day success!
Organiser's Description
Let DC Road Runners help you train for your fall races! Our training programs target the Army 10 Miler and the Marine Corps Marathon. Other fall races can be accommodated (e.g. Richmond Marathon), just let your coaches know, and they can offer tweaks to the programs. The 10 Miler/Half Marathon program will meet through November 7 to accommodate late fall half marathons such as the Richmond Half Marathon.
Benefits include:
* Coaching by RRCA-Certified Coaches
* Plans based on various experience levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced
* Discussion and guidance on pacing
* Two dedicated training workouts a week: Saturday Long Run and a Midweek Quality Workout
* Social opportunities throughout the program
* Nonmembers receive a free DCRR membership as part of registration
* $10 off the National Capital 20 Miler
FREE DCRR TRAINING SHIRT INCLUDED WITH ALL REGISTRATIONS!
We encourage all paces to train with us! We have organized pace groups for times from approximately a 7:30 mile to a 12:30 run-walk pace.
We will be offering the following programs:
* 10 Miler/Half Beginner Program
* 10 Miler/Half Experienced Program
* Full Marathon Beginner and Intermediate Program
* Full Marathon Experienced Program-perfect for those trying to qualify for Boston
WHEN DOES THE PROGRAM START? Our formal training programs start July 11, 2026.
WHERE DO WE MEET? Saturday Long Runs will meet at North Meade Street Park at 7 a.m. For Midweek Quality Workouts, trainees can choose between a Wednesday Night Workout (7 p.m. at Washington & Liberty HS Track) or Thursday Morning Workouts (5:45 a.m. at Yorktown HS Track).
***Current DCRR members will receive $35 off registration. Non-members will receive a coupon code to use to join DCRR. Cost of membership is included in the registration fee. After you receive the coupon code, you will then have to register separately for the Club.***
Benefits include:
* Coaching by RRCA-Certified Coaches
* Plans based on various experience levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced
* Discussion and guidance on pacing
* Two dedicated training workouts a week: Saturday Long Run and a Midweek Quality Workout
* Social opportunities throughout the program
* Nonmembers receive a free DCRR membership as part of registration
* $10 off the National Capital 20 Miler
FREE DCRR TRAINING SHIRT INCLUDED WITH ALL REGISTRATIONS!
We encourage all paces to train with us! We have organized pace groups for times from approximately a 7:30 mile to a 12:30 run-walk pace.
We will be offering the following programs:
* 10 Miler/Half Beginner Program
* 10 Miler/Half Experienced Program
* Full Marathon Beginner and Intermediate Program
* Full Marathon Experienced Program-perfect for those trying to qualify for Boston
WHEN DOES THE PROGRAM START? Our formal training programs start July 11, 2026.
WHERE DO WE MEET? Saturday Long Runs will meet at North Meade Street Park at 7 a.m. For Midweek Quality Workouts, trainees can choose between a Wednesday Night Workout (7 p.m. at Washington & Liberty HS Track) or Thursday Morning Workouts (5:45 a.m. at Yorktown HS Track).
***Current DCRR members will receive $35 off registration. Non-members will receive a coupon code to use to join DCRR. Cost of membership is included in the registration fee. After you receive the coupon code, you will then have to register separately for the Club.***
Races
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Marathon Jump-Start Program
Wed 3rd June 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDThe Marathon Jump-Start Program is a free program designed to get marathon trainees up to the starting mileage for the marathon training programs. Trainees should be able to run a long run of 8 miles at the start of the program and be running 15 miles per week. -
10 Miler/Half Beginner Training
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$80.50
Our 10 Miler training is open to novice and beginner runners. Runners should be able to run 3 miles as a long run and be running 10 miles per week. If you are running more than this, consider our Experienced 10 Miler Training. -
10 Miler/Half Training (Experienced)
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$80.50
Our Experienced 10 Miler Training is for runners who are starting the program with higher weekly mileage. Experienced runners should be able to run a long run of 6-8 miles and weekly mileage of 18 miles. Runners may move between programs, so if you find the experienced program is too high of mileage, you may join the regular program. -
Marathon Training (Beginner and Intermediate)
Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$91.10
The marathon training program is open to novice, beginner, and intermediate marathon runners. Runners should be able to run a half marathon at the start of the July 11 program and have a minimum weekly mileage of 20 miles a week. We strongly encourage you to participate in our Jump-Start Program to prep yourself for the July 11 start. -
Marathon Training (Experienced)
Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$91.10
Our Experienced Marathon Training is for runners who are starting the program with higher weekly mileage. This program is designed for runners looking to increase their pace or looking to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Experienced runners should be able to run a long run of 14-16 miles and weekly mileage of 35 miles. Runners may move between programs, so if you find the experienced program is too high of mileage, you may join the regular program.
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