Team FDC

Team FDC is a Miami-based marathon training group built around one goal: getting you to the Life Time Miami Marathon or Half Marathon finish line. Led by local runner Ralph Fernandez de Castro, this crew trains together with purpose.

Quick take

Your RunSesh here is structured, coached, and pointed at a real race. If you have a Miami Marathon or Half Marathon on your calendar, Team FDC gives you a program and people to train alongside.

Best for

• Runners targeting the Life Time Miami Marathon or Half Marathon
• Those who want certified coaching and a structured training plan
• Runners who train better with a group around them
• Friends and family who want to train together toward the same race

When and where

• Based in the Miami area
• Training programs launch August 2026 for the 2027 race season
• Not suited for casual weekly runs or trail outings outside the program schedule

Details

• Club type: marathon training group
• Terrain: road running
• Race targets: half marathon and marathon distances
• Paid registration is required to join a training plan
• No drop-in option noted, membership and registration are part of the structure
• No post-run social noted
• No dog-friendly or stroller-friendly details available

Why runners like it

• Certified coaching takes the guesswork out of your training cycle
• The program is built specifically around the Life Time Miami Marathon race calendar
• Training with a crew keeps you accountable when the long runs get hard

First visit

• Registration is required before you show up, so check the plans first
• Pricing plans are listed at teamfdc.com/pricing-plans/plans-pricing
• The next program cycle starts August 2026, so time your sign-up accordingly
• Come ready to commit to a full training block, not just a single run

Good to know

Team FDC is open to friends and family, so if someone in your circle is also eyeing the Miami Marathon, you can register and train together.