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Where do you run?
The vast majority of our runs are in Central Park. We sometimes mix it up with destination runs on Saturdays–think waterfront brunch or other-borough breweries–check out the latest schedule on Instagram (@resdogsnyc). Currently, all our regularly scheduled runs start and end in Central Park at light pole E8301 behind The Met and near the Alexander Hamilton statue, unless otherwise noted on Instagram. For more info, visit our Weekly Runs page.
What distances do you run?
All of our organized runs are generally between 4 and 6 miles. Our Wednesday speed workouts may cover shorter distances but with a harder effort.
How fast do I need to be?
We welcome runners of all speeds, but our members typically run between a 6- and 10-minute mile.
How do I become a member?
Joining is easy. Come run with us and see how it feels. If you like it and decide to come more regularly, we ask that you pay our annual $40 membership fee. You can sign up to become a member by filling out our membership form.
Why do you collect dues?
Annual dues help to cover costs related to our social events, website, and other fees associated with the club. Officers all volunteer their time—they do not receive any compensation.
What if I am visiting NYC and want to join for a few runs—do I need to pay?
We welcome visitors to our runs for free. Anyone is welcome to come to a few runs to try us out. We just ask that anyone who comes regularly to register as a member and pay dues to support the activities of the club.
What if I don’t want to race?
While the majority of our runners participate in races (of varying distances), you do not need to race to be a member of the club. The idea is to have fun and reach your running goals, whatever they may be.
I am training for a marathon; do you have a training program?
A number of our members run marathons and since 2012 we’ve offered a structured marathon training program. We typically target our local race, the New York City Marathon, but our coaches from Bakline are happy to work with members to adapt the program to another fall marathon. The previous training blocks are also available to members so you can use the half and marathon training plans for whenever your race is!
I am a pretty good runner, you guys sound too laid-back for me.
We have runners of all abilities and goals. If you are an elite runner and want to be challenged by your teammates on a daily basis, then we are probably not the club for you. However, we have a number Boston Marathon qualifiers (both men and women) on our team and many of our members race shorter distances at or below 6:00-7:00mm pace.
