Commonwealth Running Club

Commonwealth Running Club turns a Monday evening or Friday morning into a proper RunSesh through the heart of Park Slope, capped off with cold drinks and good company.

Quick take

This is a run club built around the run and what comes after. Three routes from Grand Army Plaza, all paces on the road, and discounted drinks waiting at the finish line.

Best for

• Runners and walkers who want a social run without pressure
• Anyone looking for a consistent weekly crew in Brooklyn
• Beginners who want to show up without worrying about pace
• Young adults looking to meet people through running
• Runners who appreciate a proper post-run reward

When and where

• Mondays at 6:30PM
• Fridays at 7:30AM
• Meets weekly at Grand Army Plaza, Park Slope
• Not the run for competitive racers or trail enthusiasts

Details

• Location: Grand Army Plaza, Park Slope, Brooklyn, 11215
• Terrain: road and park
• Typical distance: 3 miles
• All paces welcome, from walkers to runners
• Walkers welcome: yes
• Beginner friendly: yes
• Post-run social: yes, at Commonwealth Bar and Pasta Louise
• Cost to join: free

Why runners like it

• Discounted drinks at Commonwealth Bar and Pasta Louise give the RunSesh a real finish line worth running toward
• Three route options mean you can mix it up week to week without starting from scratch
• The all-paces setup means your crew is whoever shows up, no sorting required

First visit

• No membership required, just show up at Grand Army Plaza
• Free to join and run
• Bring cash or a card for post-run drinks if you plan to stay
• Any pace works, walkers included

Good to know

More details and updates are available through the NYRR club page at nyrr.org.