Presented by Hartford Healthcare, The Glastonbury River Runners offer 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 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 and HHC family. You can do this and we're here to help!
Led by Road Runners Club of America Level II Certified Coaching and numerous volunteer guides, our goal is to assure that every runner feels included and receives individual instruction and companionship on every run. 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.
The Get Ready to Run program will meet two days a week, primarily stepping off from Fleet Feet in Glastonbury located at 63 Hebron Avenue (with a few other locations pre-determined during the program).
Saturday sessions will begin at 8:30 a.m.
Thursday sessions begin at 6 p.m.
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.
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 28 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 for Race Day
-Race entry to the Highland Park Market Firecracker 5k on June 29!
-Presentations on various running topics 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
-Fleet Feet Glastonbury 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