CARA's Beginning Running Program helps new and returning runners progress into running, enhancing health and wellness. Our program prepares participants to complete a 5K at the end of an 8-week group training program. 

Dates / Times / Locations:

• April 10: Tuesday Training Run @ 6:00pm (Montrose Wilson Track)^

• April 14: Saturday Training Run & Learn @ 8:00am (Montrose Wilson Track)^

• April 17: Tuesday Training Run @ 6:00pm (Montrose Wilson Track)^

• April 21: Saturday Training Run & Learn @ 8:00am (Montrose Wilson Track)^ 

• April 24: Tuesday Training Run @ 6:00pm (Montrose Wilson Track)^

• April 28: Saturday 'Go Run timed-run & Learn @ 8:00am (Warren Park)*

• May 1: Tuesday Social Run @ 6:00pm (Lincoln Avenue Social)**

• May 5: Saturday Training Run & Learn @ 8:00am (Montrose Wilson Track)^ 

• May 8: Tuesday Social Run @ 6:00pm (Stanley's Kitchen & Tap)**

• May 12: Saturday Training Run & Learn @ 8:00am (Montrose Wilson Track)^ 

• May 15: Tuesday Social Run @ 6:00pm (Hutch Bistro)**

• May 19: Saturday 'Go Run timed-run & Learn @ 8:00am (Warren Park)*

• May 22: Tuesday Social Run @ 6:00pm (Ravens)**

• May 26: Saturday Training Run & Learn @ 8:00am (Montrose Wilson Track)^

• May 29: Tuesday Social Run @ 6:00pm (Gaslight Bar & Grille)**

• June 3: Saturday Race Day! PAWS 5K***

• June 5: Tuesday Post-Season Social Run and Celebration @ 6:00pm (Cesar's Killer Margaritas - Broadway)**

Run Details:

* 'Go Run timed-runs are a CARA program providing free timed-runs in local parks. You will have the opportunity to run in these low-key grassroots timed-runs to help prepare you for your goal race. A 1-Mile and 5K run/walk is offered.

** Social Runs will be held in conjunction with CARA's Six Series Social Runs. Enjoy an included social run, social time, a free Lagunitas Beer, appetizers and a raffle at each social run.

*** Join us for race day at the PAWS 5K or our coaches can help you choose another 5K of your choice. Race registration fees are not included.

^ Training Runs will include four training options based on your level. Saturday training runs & learn will include a learning sessions on beginning running basics.

Program Benefits:

• 8-Week Training Plan

• 16 Session Group Led Program with Expert CARA Coach

• Hydration Support (Water / Gatorade Endurance)

• Technical Running Shirt

• Weekly Program Newsletter

• Educational Seminars / Clinics (Saturday's Post-Run)

• NovaCare Injury Hotline Access!