Badgerland Striders

Badgerland Striders has been putting Milwaukee runners on the road since 1959, making it Wisconsin’s oldest and largest running club, with over 2,000 members and a race calendar anchored by the Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon.

Quick take

This is a club built on decades of showing up, with year-round workouts, structured training, and a community that spans first-timers to marathon veterans. Your RunSesh here comes with real history behind it.

Best for

• Beginners looking for structure and support
• Families who run together
• Runners training for a half marathon or marathon
• Walkers ready to build toward a 5K
• Novices and seasoned runners who want a serious club without the gatekeeping

When and where

• Tuesday workouts at 6:00 PM at Milwaukee Lutheran HS, 9700 Grandtosa Dr
• Group runs run on multiple days throughout the week
• 14 events on the calendar each year
• Workouts run year-round, rain or shine
• Stride to 5K program runs April through May

Details

• Distance options include 5K, half marathon, marathon, and various training distances
• Terrain covers parks and roads around Milwaukee
• No membership required to show up, so you can try a run before you commit
• Family memberships available for households who run together
• Perks include training programs, organized races, and post-run social gatherings
• RRCA and USATF member club
• Walkers are welcome at runs and events

Why runners like it

• As Wisconsin’s oldest and largest club, Badgerland Striders brings a depth of experience and community that few clubs can match
• The club hosts the Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon, so your training and your race day can happen within the same crew
• From the Stride to 5K program to full marathon training, there is a clear path forward no matter where you are starting

First visit

• Head to Milwaukee Lutheran HS on a Tuesday at 6:00 PM to join a workout
• Check TicketSignup for upcoming events and race registrations
• If you are new to running, look into the Stride to 5K program, which kicks off each April
• No registration needed to show up for a group run, just grab your shoes and go

Good to know

Strollers and dogs are not part of the standard group run setup, so plan accordingly if you are bringing the family out for the first time.