Group run schedule
When to Show Up
Mondays7 PMSaturdaysat various times
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DC Run Crew
Washington, District of Columbia
DC Run Crew is a Washington DC social running organization that hosts free weekly Monday HIIT and run workouts at 7 PM, plus bi-weekly Saturday long runs at rotating locations. The club emphasizes inclusivity and welcomes athletes of all abilities and backgrounds across multiple fitness levels.
About This Club
DC Run Crew is a social running organization based in Washington DC that mixes HIIT with running, so you're building fitness, not just logging miles. They run on Mondays and Saturdays, and they say they welcome athletes of all abilities and backgrounds. It's free to show up.
Highlights
- Free weekly workouts
- Cross-training focus
- Community connection
- Multiple fitness levels
- Experienced coaches
Who It Suits
This club suits you well if you want structured, coached workouts rather than an informal group jog, and if you're somewhere between complete beginner and seasoned runner - there's a lane for all three. If you're looking for a pure easy-pace social trot with no HIIT component on Mondays, this probably isn't the right fit.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
Monday workouts happen weekly at 7 PM at 1820 Erie St SE and combine HIIT with the run, so expect to work harder than a standard group jog. Saturday long runs are bi-weekly and rotate locations, so check their page before you head out to confirm the spot.
They split into three pace groups: Pace-It-Easy for beginners and cardio builders, an Intermediate Crew with multiple levels, and an Advanced Crew for experienced runners, which means you can pick the group that fits where you actually are right now, not where you wish you were.
PaceMultiple pace groups: Pace-It-Easy Crew (beginners and cardio builders), Intermediate Crew (Levels 1-3), Advanced Crew (experienced fitness enthusiasts)
Your First Run
Show up to 1820 Erie St SE on a Monday at 7 PM - that's the weekly workout and the one where all fitness levels are specifically encouraged to come out. When you arrive, you'll choose which crew level fits your experience; if you're new to running or just getting back into cardio, Pace-It-Easy is exactly what it sounds like.
Turning up alone is normal here - this is a community club and meeting new people is the whole point. It costs nothing to come, so your only commitment is showing up.
Something to train for
Upcoming Races in Washington
23 upcoming races in Washington. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Sat, Aug 1, 20265K Electronica Washington, DCFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 8, 202648th Annual Ray's Race at APA Washington, DCFrom $40Register Fri, Aug 14, 2026District Ekiden Washington, DCFrom $50Register
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Common Questions About DC Run Crew
Do I need to sign up or pay anything before I come?
No. The workouts are free and there's no sign-up mentioned. Just show up to 1820 Erie St SE on a Monday at 7 PM.
What if I'm really out of shape - will I be the slowest one there?
They run a dedicated Pace-It-Easy Crew specifically for beginners and people building their cardio base, so you won't be mixed in with advanced athletes trying to hit fast splits.
What exactly happens at a Monday workout? Is it just running?
No - Mondays combine HIIT and running, so there's cross-training mixed in. If you want a straight run with no interval-style work, the Saturday long run is more likely to suit you.
Where are the Saturday long runs?
They rotate locations bi-weekly, so the meeting spot changes. Check their own channels before you go to confirm where they're heading that week.
Are there coaches, or is it just people running together?
DC Run Crew says they have experienced coaches involved, which is part of what makes the structured pace-group format work.
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 July 2026.