Get Ready to Run! 5K Training Program

  • Date Sat 26th April 2025 - Sun 29th June 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Glastonbury, Connecticut
  • Price $54.00
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting "Get Ready to Run! 5K Training Program" kicking off on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in the beautiful town of Glastonbury, Capitol! This invigorating nine-week training program is designed to motivate and support local runners of all levels as they prepare to conquer the 5K distance (3.1 miles) at the Highland Park Market Firecracker 5K on June 29.

Participants will meet twice a week, with Saturday sessions held at Riverfront Park and Thursday evenings at Marathon Sports, fostering a vibrant community of running enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, you'll enjoy personalized coaching, group support, and the chance to make lasting friendships within the Glastonbury River Runners family. Registration is limited to just 50 runners, so don't miss this fantastic opportunity to achieve your fitness goals while having fun. Join us on this exciting journey to the finish line!

Organiser's Description

THE GLASTONBURY RIVER RUNNERS [https://www.facebook.com/GlastonburyRiverRunners/] OFFERS THIS 9 WEEK TRAINING PROGRAM TO ENCOURAGE LOCAL FRIENDS TO GET UP AND MOVE! LET US HELP YOU REACH YOUR GOAL OF COMPLETING A 5K (3.1 MILES). THROUGH THIS NINE-WEEK TRAINING PROGRAM, WE ARE HERE TO OFFER YOU GROUP SUPPORT, MOTIVATION AND FUN ALONG THE WAY! NOT ONLY WILL YOU COMPLETE YOUR GOAL, BUT YOU ALSO WILL MEET SOME FANTASTIC RUNNING PARTNERS IN THE GRR FAMILY. YOU CAN DO THIS AND WE'RE HERE TO HELP!

THE GET READY TO RUN PROGRAM WILL MEET TWO DAYS A WEEK-
SATURDAY SESSIONS TAKE PLACE AT RIVERFRONT PARK, 200 WELLES STREET, GLASTONBURY, CT
THURSDAY SESSIONS BEGIN AT 6 P.M. AT MARATHON SPORTS, 63 HEBRON AVENUE.

TRAINING WILL BE HELD RAIN (UNLESS THERE IS THUNDER & LIGHTNING) OR SHINE. WEEKLY EMAILS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH DETAILS ON THE GOALS YOU SHOULD HAVE FOR THE CURRENT WEEK.

PARTICIPANTS WILL TRAIN AT THE PACE THAT THEY FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH TO ACHIEVE THEIR WEEKLY GOALS. THIS TRAINING IS ABOUT YOU ACCOMPLISHING YOUR GOAL OF COMPLETING THE 5K DISTANCE AT YOUR OWN PACE.



VARIOUS COACHES WILL BE SPREAD THROUGHOUT THE GROUP TO SUPPORT ALL PACE LEVELS. ALL COACHES ARE PREVIOUS GRADUATES OF THE PROGRAM AND CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE GLASTONBURY RIVER RUNNERS.

ADDITIONAL TRAINING SEGMENTS ON YOUR OWN (OR WITH A FRIEND) ARE RECOMMENDED. DOING THE SUGGESTED WORKOUTS IS WHAT WILL HELP YOU SUCCESSFULLY REACH YOUR GOAL.

OUR TRAINING PROGRAM INCLUDES FREE ENTRY INTO THE HIGHLAND PARK MARKET FIRECRACKER 5K RACE ON JUNE 29 FROM ROTARY FIELD IN GLASTONBURY. CELEBRATE COMPLETING THE JOURNEY WITH FRIENDS!



ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS REGISTER, SHOW UP, AND WE WILL GET YOU TO THE FINISH!

THE GRR FAMILY LOOKS FORWARD TO GETTING TO KNOW YOU, SUPPORTING YOU AND CHEERING YOU ON AS YOU CROSS THAT FINISH LINE!



TO BETTER KEEP THE GROUP FOCUSED AND ASSURE WE HAVE THE PROPER AMOUNT OF COACHES TO ASSIST YOU ALONG THE WAY, REGISTRATION FOR THIS SESSION IS LIMITED TO 50 RUNNERS. GET YOUR SPOT EARLY!



AS WITH ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM PLEASE CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN PRIOR TO BEGINNING.

REGISTRATION INCLUDES-

-TRAINING AT EXPERIENCE LEVEL
-RUNNING SHIRT ON RACE DAY
-RACE ENTRY TO THE HIGHLAND PARK MARKET FIRECRACKER 5K ON JUNE 29!
-PRESENTATIONS BY A SPECIALIST IN THE HEALTH AND FITNESS FIELD DURING THE PROGRAM
-OPPORTUNITY FOR SOCIALIZING WITH FELLOW RUNNERS AFTER EACH SESSION
-GRR CLUB MEMBERSHIP FOR 2025 CALENDAR YEAR ($30 VALUE)
-PRIVATE FB PAGE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
-MARATHON SPORTS DISCOUNTS
-PRIVATE EMAILS FOR VARIED DISTANCE RUNS AND OUTING OPPORTUNITIES AFTER RUNS



THE JOY IS IN THE JOURNEY!



JASON MARSHALL

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

GLASTONBURY RIVER RUNNERS

Contact Me with any questions/concerns about the program: CONTACT ME

Races

  • GRR 5K Training Program (Includes Full Club Membership Through 12/31/2025!)

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 26th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $54.00

    NO STROLLERS, DOGS, BIKES OR HEAD PHONES! Safety first please! Package includes- -Training at experience level -Running shirt -Race entry -Presentations by a specialist in the health and fitness field during the program -Opportunity for socializing with fellow runners after each session

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Location

Riverfront Park- 200 Welles Street, Glastonbury, 06033, CT, United States

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