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Great Hill Track Club
Brooklyn, New York
Premier coached training group for serious improvers across NYC boroughs
About This Club
Great Hill Track Club is a coached training group that meets in Prospect Park on Tuesday evenings, with sister sessions in Manhattan and the Bronx. The coaches are RRCA/USATF-certified and the workouts are structured, so this is built for people who want a plan, not just company on a run. It suits beginners and experienced runners working toward a race, less so anyone looking for a casual, no-agenda jog.
Highlights
- RRCA/USATF-certified coaches
- Structured workouts
- Multi-borough locations
- Certified coaches
- Partner discounts
- Track meets
- Race affiliation
Who It Suits
This fits beginners who want real coaching from day one and experienced runners training for a specific race, since the whole format is built around structured workouts rather than open miles. It does not fit casual social runners or anyone looking for a beer-run vibe, and it's not set up for walkers, strollers, or dogs.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
Sessions run 90 minutes: a warmup, then a workout built around intervals or tempo runs, followed by strength and flexibility work. The coach-to-runner ratio is 5:1, which means the group is broken into smaller clusters so the workout can be pitched to where you actually are, not a single pace for everyone. You're on road and park paths in Prospect Park, not trail.
DistanceIntervals, Tempo runs
PaceAll abilities; accommodating with 5:1 runner-to-coach ratio
TerrainRoad, Park paths
Your First Run
Show up at Flatbush Avenue and Eastern Parkway before 6:30 PM, that's the meeting point for the Prospect Park sessions. Your first workout is free if you use the coupon FIRST-FREE, so there's no cost commitment to just try it once.
Because of the 5:1 coach ratio, you'll be grouped with people working at a similar level, so the worry about holding up the whole club doesn't really apply here, the structure is built to sort that out. If you're unsure what to expect, email greathilltc@gmail.com beforehand and ask.
Something to train for
Upcoming Races in Brooklyn
15 upcoming races in Brooklyn. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Thu, Oct 1, 2026BMT STEPS 2 GREATNESS CHALLENGE FALL 2026 Brooklyn, NYFrom $5Details Fri, Oct 30, 2026The 3rd Semi-Annual Any Drink Mile Brooklyn, NYFreeDetails Thu, Nov 26, 20262026 PPTC Turkey Trot: Race for Reconciliation 5 Miler Brooklyn, NYFrom $47Details
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Common Questions About Great Hill Track Club
Do I need to be fast or already trained to join?
No. It's listed as beginner-friendly and open to all abilities, and the 5:1 runner-to-coach ratio exists specifically to group people by level rather than run everyone at one pace.
How much does it cost?
Your first workout is free using the coupon FIRST-FREE. After that, sessions are paid, and there's no membership requirement to keep coming.
Can I bring my dog or a stroller?
No, the club isn't set up for either, so leave them at home for this one.
What actually happens during a session?
It's 90 minutes total: a warmup, then a workout of intervals or tempo running, followed by strength and flexibility work, all led by certified coaches.
Is this Brooklyn-only?
The Tuesday evening sessions are in Prospect Park, but the club also runs sessions in Manhattan and the Bronx.
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.
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