VCF 2026 Winter Running Training Teams
- Date Sat 6th December 2025 - Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Richmond, Virginia
- Price $75.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the VCF 2026 Winter Running Training Teams, kicking off on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in the scenic Richmond, Henrico! This exciting event is designed for runners of all levels looking to prepare for the upcoming spring races, including 10k, half-marathon (13.1 miles), and full marathon (26.2 miles). With a fantastic training experience spanning until April 11, 2026, participants will enjoy access to 38 acres of Willow Lawn for team gatherings and warm-up sessions.
Join the ranks of RVA's premier Winter Marathon Training Team, where you’ll benefit from comprehensive training plans tailored for popular races like the Shamrock, One City, Virginia Credit Union River City Half, and even the prestigious Boston Marathon. With 25 expert coaches, many of whom are nationally certified in long-distance running, you’ll receive unparalleled guidance and support. Enjoy excellent amenities such as staffed water stops every four miles, pre- and post-run nutrition, free technical team shirts, and the opportunity for post-run massages and physical therapy assistance. Plus, capture your running journey with professional photography and indulge in hot coffee, cocoa, and bagels post-run. Don’t miss
Join the ranks of RVA's premier Winter Marathon Training Team, where you’ll benefit from comprehensive training plans tailored for popular races like the Shamrock, One City, Virginia Credit Union River City Half, and even the prestigious Boston Marathon. With 25 expert coaches, many of whom are nationally certified in long-distance running, you’ll receive unparalleled guidance and support. Enjoy excellent amenities such as staffed water stops every four miles, pre- and post-run nutrition, free technical team shirts, and the opportunity for post-run massages and physical therapy assistance. Plus, capture your running journey with professional photography and indulge in hot coffee, cocoa, and bagels post-run. Don’t miss
Organiser's Description
Virginia Capital Fitness, LLC., 2026 Winter Marathon Training Teams begin on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, using Willow Lawn's 38 acres for parking and team gatherings. As RVA's premier Winter Marathon Training Team, VCF has the best resources to make your winter training experience awesome.
VCF offers training covering all the 2026 10k. 13.1 and 26.2 spring races. Comprehensive training plans are provided for Shamrock, One City, Sports Backers' Virginia Credit Union River City Half, and the Boston Marathon, and will be available for all paid participants:
Incredible and safe running routes.
Free excellent new short-sleeved technical team shirt.
25 VCF Coaches with many Nationally Certified in Long-Distance running.
Two VCF coaches (Katherine Zampolin & Gray Gurkin) have run 26.2s in all 50 states.
Lucky Road opens at 6:30 for warmth on cold Winter Saturdays.
Lucky Road is staffed for all your running needs.
Pre-run team active and dynamic stretching offered.
VCF selected post-run PT assistance and free massages.
Excellent nutritional advice.
Comprehensive strength improvements provided by FitPhil.
Incredible photography of your run on a designated Saturday.
Free seminars on Nutrition and the Runner's Cardiovascular System.
Staffed water stops every 4 miles for all teams.
Great post-run food amenities all around Willow Lawn.
Hot coffee, cocoa, and bagels are always available post-run.
Feel free to call/email Frankie Gerloff should you have any questions- 804-307-6405 [email protected]
VCF offers training covering all the 2026 10k. 13.1 and 26.2 spring races. Comprehensive training plans are provided for Shamrock, One City, Sports Backers' Virginia Credit Union River City Half, and the Boston Marathon, and will be available for all paid participants:
Incredible and safe running routes.
Free excellent new short-sleeved technical team shirt.
25 VCF Coaches with many Nationally Certified in Long-Distance running.
Two VCF coaches (Katherine Zampolin & Gray Gurkin) have run 26.2s in all 50 states.
Lucky Road opens at 6:30 for warmth on cold Winter Saturdays.
Lucky Road is staffed for all your running needs.
Pre-run team active and dynamic stretching offered.
VCF selected post-run PT assistance and free massages.
Excellent nutritional advice.
Comprehensive strength improvements provided by FitPhil.
Incredible photography of your run on a designated Saturday.
Free seminars on Nutrition and the Runner's Cardiovascular System.
Staffed water stops every 4 miles for all teams.
Great post-run food amenities all around Willow Lawn.
Hot coffee, cocoa, and bagels are always available post-run.
Feel free to call/email Frankie Gerloff should you have any questions- 804-307-6405 [email protected]
Races
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2026 Shamrock/One City or Other Spring Marathon
Incl. $5.20 Fee & VCF Technical Short Sleeve
Sat 6th December 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$75.20
OPENS 16 AUGhttps://www.shamrockmarathon.com/ VCF Coaching staff exceeds 25 runners, and half the coaching team is Nationally Certified. Besides the detailed training plan you'll receive once you register, many of your coaches will offer customizable running, fitness, nutritional, and strength improvement plans. VCF Coaches are not only the best in RVA, but many of them have run all 50 states, and we have a combined total of over 650 full and half marathons run. We welcome any questions and look forward to helping you achieve your best 13.1 or 26.2 Spring race in 2026 -
2026 Boston Marathon Training
Incl. $5.20 Fee & VCF Technical Short Sleeve
Sat 6th December 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$75.20
OPENS 29 AUGhttps://www.baa.org/races/boston-marathon VCF Coaching staff exceeds 25 runners, and half the coaching team is Nationally Certified. Besides the detailed training plan you'll receive once you register, many of your coaches will offer customizable running, fitness, nutritional, and strength improvement plans. VCF Coaches are not only the best in RVA, but many of them have run all 50 states, and we have a combined total of over 650 full and half marathons run. We welcome any questions and look forward to helping you achieve your best 13.1 or 26.2 Spring race in 2026 -
2026 Half Marathon Training
Incl. $5.20 Fee & VCF Technical Short Sleeve
Sat 6th December 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$75.20
OPENS 29 AUGhttps://www.shamrockmarathon.com/ VCF Coaching staff exceeds 25 runners, and half the coaching team is Nationally Certified. Besides the detailed training plan you'll receive once you register, many of your coaches will offer customizable running, fitness, nutritional, and strength improvement plans. VCF Coaches are not only the best in RVA, but many of them have run all 50 states, and we have a combined total of over 650 full and half marathons run. We welcome any questions and look forward to helping you achieve your best 13.1 or 26.2 Spring race in 2026 -
I Just Want to Run on Saturday's/10k Training
Incl. $5.20 Fee & VCF Technical Short Sleeve
Sat 6th December 2025 (7:30AM EST)
$75.20
OPENS 29 AUGVCF Coaching staff exceeds 25 runners, and half the coaching team is Nationally Certified. Besides the detailed training plan you'll receive once you register, many of your coaches will offer customizable running, fitness, nutritional, and strength improvement plans. VCF Coaches are not only the best in RVA, but many of them have run all 50 states, and we have a combined total of over 650 full and half marathons run. We welcome any questions and look forward to helping you achieve your best running fitness goals in 2026.
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