Santa Mujeres Run Club
Santa Mujeres Run Club is a Latina-led running club in San Diego built for women of color who want to run, walk, or roll through Balboa Park with a crew that starts together and finishes together.
Quick take
Every Thursday evening, Santa Mujeres shows up at Balboa Park Carousel and runs from the back so no one gets left behind. This is your RunSesh if you want real community alongside real miles.
Best for
- Women of color looking for representation on the run
- Beginners and walkers who want a supportive crew
- Runners who bring kids, strollers, or dogs
- Anyone who wants to feel like they belong before the first mile is done
When and where
- Day: Every Thursday
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Frequency: Weekly
- Start point: Balboa Park Carousel, 1889 Zoo Pl, Balboa Park, San Diego
Details
- Address: 1889 Zoo Pl, San Diego, CA 92101
- Terrain: Paved paths through Balboa Park
- Distances: 1 mile and 5k options
- Pace: All paces welcome; leaders run from the back so no one is left behind
- Stroller friendly: Yes
- Dog friendly: Yes
- Walkers welcome: Yes
- Cost: Free to join, no membership required
Why runners like it
- The back-of-pack leadership means every runner finishes with the group, not alone
- Post-run connection is part of the plan, not an afterthought
- Seeing yourself represented in the people leading the run changes how the miles feel
First visit
- The run is free and no registration is needed
- Show up at Balboa Park Carousel at 6:00 PM on a Thursday
- Bring your dog, your stroller, or a friend who has been on the fence
- All paces run together, so lace up and go at your own speed
Good to know
Follow @santamujeresrc on Instagram for run updates and community posts before your first visit.
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