Group run schedule
When to Show Up
Wednesday7:15pmSaturday8:00am (varies)Sunday9:15am
CommunityFree
Black Men Run
Brooklyn, New York
Empowering community running group for Black men
About This Club
Black Men Run NYC is a running group promoting health and wellness among African American men through weekly runs in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. Open to all abilities from beginners to advanced, fostering a healthy brotherhood with group runs and track workouts.
Highlights
- Focus on African American men
- Healthy brotherhood mission
- Group runs
- Community support
Who It Suits
Best For
- African American men
- Beginners to advanced runners
- Community-focused runners
Not Ideal For
- Exclusive elite racers
- Trail-only enthusiasts
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What a Run With Them Is Like
DistanceShort runs, Long runs
PaceAll paces, first timers to advanced
TerrainRoads, Paths
Your First Run
- Meet at Grand Army Plaza entrance in Prospect Park
- Check Facebook group for updates
- Email head captain Kovon Flowers for questions
Something to train for
Upcoming Races in Brooklyn
19 upcoming races in Brooklyn. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Sat, Aug 1, 202612th BedStuy 5K Brooklyn, NYFrom $45Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Welcome Home Plants 5k Brooklyn, NYFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026BUSHWICK 5K Brooklyn, NYFrom $35Details
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Common Questions About Black Men Run
Do I need to be fast to run with Black Men Run?
No. Black Men Run is set up for new runners. On pace: all paces, first timers to advanced. If you are worried about holding the group up, that is the most common worry new members have, and it is usually the first thing to go away.
Is it awkward to show up to Black Men Run on your own?
Most people turn up alone the first time, and a group run is one of the easier places to do that, because you are all moving in the same direction and nobody has to hold a conversation face to face. How members describe it: inclusive, welcoming to all abilities, community-oriented.
How does Black Men Run compare to other running clubs in Brooklyn?
It is free to run with, which is true of 16 of Brooklyn's 21 clubs.
Do I need to sign up before my first run with Black Men Run?
No membership is required, so you can turn up to a run and see how you get on before committing to anything. There is nothing to pay either. It is still worth checking their latest post before you go, in case a start time or meeting spot has moved.
Who is Black Men Run not a good fit for?
Worth knowing before you go: it is a weaker match for exclusive elite racers and trail-only enthusiasts. That is not a knock on the club, just a question of what you want out of a run.
Where this comes from: Club details come from each club’s own channels (their site, Meetup, Strava and social posts) and are checked by hand. Group runs move, so confirm the meeting spot on the club’s latest post before you head out. Last updated April 2026.