Baptist Health West Kendall Run Club

Every Thursday evening, runners gather outside West Kendall Baptist Hospital for a free, no-fuss RunSesh that keeps showing up rain or shine. Your crew is waiting at 9555 SW 162nd Ave.

Quick take

Baptist Health West Kendall Run Club runs 3 to 3.5 miles through the West Kendall area with pace groups for every ability level. It costs nothing, and the only thing you need before you go is a signed waiver.

Best for

• Runners who want a free weekly run with zero barriers
• All pace levels, from first-timers to steady regulars
• Midweek social runners looking for a Thursday night outlet
• West Kendall locals who want a run close to home
• Anyone who just wants to show up and run

When and where

• Day: Every Thursday
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Location: West Kendall Baptist Hospital, 9555 SW 162nd Ave, Miami, FL 33196
• Meet spot: Outside the main lobby
• Frequency: Weekly, rain or shine

Details

• Distance: 3 to 3.5 miles with flexible shorter or longer options
• Terrain: Pavement and road running
• Pace groups: Yes, all abilities and skill levels are sorted into groups with no judgments
• Cost: Free
• Membership required: No, sign a waiver and show up
• Neighborhood: West Kendall, Miami, FL 33196
• Stroller friendly: No
• Dog friendly: No

Why runners like it

• The post-run energy is real, with music and a strong sense of community connection after every run
• Pace groups mean you run your own race without feeling left behind or held back
• No cost, no membership, no complicated signup process means the only step is lacing up and getting there

First visit

• The run is free, so bring nothing but your shoes and a waiver signature
• Head to the main lobby entrance at 9555 SW 162nd Ave at 7:00 PM
• Find your pace group when you arrive and fall in
• Stick around after the run for music and post-run energy with the group

Good to know

This club is listed on Meetup. Check the event page at meetup.com/runclubnetwork for updates before your first visit.