Group run schedule
When to Show Up
Monday6pm Flying LionTuesday6pm Fleet Feet BallardWednesday6:30pm workouts/variousThursday6pm Garfield CC
Social
Seattle Running Club
Seattle, Washington
Established inclusive club blending social runs, coaching, and competition across Seattle terrains
About This Club
Seattle Running Club has been running out of the Puget Sound area since 2005, based out of Columbia City with a rotating weekly schedule across Seattle. It mixes coached workouts, a competitive racing team, and looser social runs, so it suits people who want some structure some days and just a run other days, not one fixed format.
Highlights
- Trail focus with road/XC
- Partner store/brewery runs
- Coached workouts
- Competitive racing team
- Technical t-shirt or singlet
- Discounts at partner breweries/stores
- Brooks team support
Who It Suits
This fits trail runners, social runners, and competitive racers who want a club that can flex between a coached workout and a casual social run with a pint after. It's not built for walkers or run-walkers, since the club specifically doesn't list itself as walker-friendly, and it's not set up for stroller users or dog owners either.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
Distances run from a 5k up to about 6.5 miles depending on the day, over a mix of road, trail, hills, and track. Wednesday runs are coached workouts, while the other weekday runs are more standard group outings, and the club says all paces are welcome with pace groups organized under that umbrella.
Where you run depends on the day: Flying Lion on Monday, Fleet Feet Ballard on Tuesday, workouts at various spots Wednesday, and Garfield Community Center on Thursday.
Distance3-5 miles, 4.5-6.5 miles, 5 miles, 5 km
PaceAll paces welcome; group workouts led by coaches
TerrainRoad, Trail, Hills, Track
Post-runPints optional at Flying Lion Brewing ($1 off for members)
Your First Run
For a first visit, Thursday at Garfield Community Center is a straightforward starting point: meet on the east side near the parking lot at 6pm. Your first workout is free, so there's no cost pressure to figure out before you show up.
Locations shift by day and season, so check the calendar or Facebook page beforehand to confirm you've got the right spot, and email the admin if you have questions about membership. The club describes itself as welcoming to all speeds, which matters if you're worried about being the slowest one there.
Something to train for
Upcoming Races in Seattle
66 upcoming races in Seattle. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Run Like a Viking Virtual Challenge 5K/10K/Half Marathon Seattle, WAFrom $45Details Sun, Aug 9, 202617th Lake Union 10K Run/Walk Seattle, WAFrom $78Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026One Step Closer Seattle, WAFrom $75Details
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Common Questions About Seattle Running Club
Do I have to join or pay before I can run with them?
No. Membership isn't required to run with the club, and your first workout is free. If you decide to join, it's $25 for the year.
Can I bring my dog or a stroller?
No, the club isn't set up as dog-friendly or stroller-friendly, so leave both at home for these runs.
What happens after the run?
There's an optional stop for pints at Flying Lion Brewing, with $1 off for members. It's not mandatory, just there if you want it.
Do they still run through winter?
Yes, but the routes shift with the season. Workouts run various spots from January through August, and September through December shifts to an XC focus.
What if I'm a total beginner runner?
The club lists itself as beginner-friendly and all-paces, but it's not built as a structured beginner intro program, so if you want a coached couch-to-5k style start, this may not be the right fit.
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.