ASCEND Pittsburgh Run Club

ASCEND Pittsburgh Run Club turns Monday nights into a proper RunSesh in South Side, where runners and climbers lace up together and hit the streets before heading back to the gym.

Quick take

A no-fuss weekly run out of ASCEND South Side that brings all paces together, splits naturally on the road, and lands back at a climbing gym. Your RunSesh crew is ready every Monday.

Best for

• Runners looking for a consistent weekly group run
• Climbers who want to add miles to their routine
• All paces, from easy joggers to faster runners
• Anyone who wants a social run without a membership requirement

When and where

• Day: Every Monday
• Mingle: 5:45p at ASCEND South Side
• Run starts: 6:00p sharp
• Location: ASCEND South Side, 2141 Mary St, Pittsburgh, PA
• Neighborhood: South Side

Details

• Distance options: 3, 4, 5, 7, or 8 miles
• Pace: All paces welcome, group starts together and links up by similar pace on the route
• Terrain: Road and pavement with occasional trails
• Cost: Free to join
• Membership required: No climbing membership needed to run
• Stroller friendly: No
• Dog friendly: No

Why runners like it

• The group starts together so you never show up and feel dropped on the first block
• Runs end back at ASCEND climbing gym, so post-run hangouts have a real home base
• No fees, no sign-ups, just show up at 2141 Mary St and run

First visit

• It is free, no registration needed
• Arrive by 5:45p to meet the group before the 6p start
• No climbing membership required to join the run
• All paces are covered, so run your own effort and find your group on the road

Good to know

More details and any schedule updates live at ascendclimbing.com/runclub.