Fleet Feet Running Club (FFRC) training programs offer individualized running, run/walk, and walking training in a social and motivating group setting. Our professional coaches, experienced mentors, and medical community partners will support you as you complete your weekly workouts in pursuit of your race goal.
Every FFRC program begins with a kick-off meeting and concludes on a date that coincides with a particular goal race (the GO! St. Louis event in the spring, for example). However, we welcome anyone to join any program at any time and we can customize any program to prepare you for a different goal race before or after the program "end" date. Each week, the price for each program is prorated so late enrollees only pay for the remaining weeks. Of course, the more training you complete the more fun you'll have and the easier it will be for you to accomplish your goal. We strongly recommend joining your chosen program as early as possible.
Here are our programs, listed (by season) from the shortest to longest goal distance. Click the program distance (in teal) to access detailed information and register.
- Winter Warriors
- Winter Start Date | Sunday, December 1st, 2024
- Winter Finish Date | Saturday, January 11th, 2025
- 5k
- Winter/Spring Start Date | Tuesday, January 14th, 2025
- Winter/Spring Finish Date | To be determined
- 10K & Fast 10K
- Winter/Spring Start Date | Tuesday, January 14th, 2025
- Winter/Spring Finish Date | The Greater St. Louis 10K
- Half Marathon & Fast Half Marathon
- Winter/Spring Start Date | Tuesday, January 14th, 2025
- Winter/Spring Finish Date | The Greater St. Louis Half Marathon (or any race early April to early May)
- Marathon & Fast Marathon
- Winter/Spring Start Date | Tuesday, January 14th, 2025
- Winter/Spring Finish Date | The Greater St. Louis Marathon (or any race early April to early May)
- Rock Runners
- Winter/Spring Start Date | Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
- Winter/Spring Finish Date | To be determined.
We're confident that you will be very pleased with your participation in an FFRC training program. An independent 2018 study by Upper Quadrant, a data analytics company, collected the data to prove it. And what respondents to their surveys and interviews didn't like, we've worked hard to improve (such as prorating fees for late entrants).
chart by Upper Quadrant based on their independent review of 2016-2018 FFRC services
chart by Upper Quadrant based on their independent review of 2016-2018 FFRC services
Filter by Program Type: All | 5k | 5-10mi | Half | Marathon | Specialty | Other
5K Training More Info »
Program Start: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, 6:00pm
Program Schedule: Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm at Parkway Northeast Middle School, Saturday mornings at 7:30am at various parks.
Program Fee: $100, excluding race fee ($10 Price Increase on November 15th, 2024)
Description: The 5K Training program is a learn to walk, run/walk or run program designed jump start fitness. During this 10-week program, participants are surrounded by a team of dedicated, motivated people all working toward the goal of becoming healthy and strong. By the time they cross the finish line of a 5K (3.1-mile) distance, team members will have learned the importance of proper form, stretching, hydration, and nutrition - all the tools needed to get started.
10K Training More Info »
Program Start: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, 6:00pm
Program Schedule: Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm at Parkway Northeast Middle School, Saturday mornings at 7:30am at various parks.
Program Fee: $140, excluding race fee (price increases $10 on November 15th, 2024)
Description: Train for the magical 10K distance with Fleet Feet Running Club! On one hand, completing 6.2 miles demands your respect and attention, but on the other, it isn't so far that you can't train for it - and complete several 10ks - in one season. It's one step beyond the 5K (or 3.1-miles) and a great segue to the half marathon distance (13.1-miles). This program is designed for the currently-casual athlete who is ready to take their training to the next level. We'll delve a little deeper into the subjects that will help you go beyond the 5k: speed training, nutrition management, hydration, safety & visibility, and more.
Fast 10K Training More Info »
Program Start: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, 6:00pm
Program Schedule: Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm at Parkway Northeast Middle School, Saturday mornings at 7:30am at various parks, & Sunday mornings at 7:00am at Forest Park.
Program Fee: $180, excluding race fee (Price increases $10 on November 15th, 2024)
Description: Despite being "short" from a distance runner's standpoint, the 10K is a difficult race distance to master. The 10K is a blend of speed and endurance that necessitates running only a few ticks slower than 5K pace, yet for double the distance. Our FAST 10K Training program is designed to prepare advanced competitors for the exact physiological challenges of the 6.2-mile distance, teach the body and mind how to push through the tough parts of a race, and perfect a pacing strategy that pushes the limits.
Half Marathon Training More Info »
Program Start: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, 6:00pm
Program Schedule: Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm at Parkway Northeast Middle, Saturday mornings at 7:30am at various parks.
Program Fee: $160, excludes race fee (Price increases $10 on November 15th, 2024)
Description: With Fleet Feet's Half Marathon Training Program, you'll find a holistic training plan to help you cross the finish line feeling empowered. Half Marathon training isn't just about logging miles. It's about learning to challenge yourself incrementally, tackling different types of runs, building strength and making space for rest and recovery. Bond with other runners, learn and improve together and receive plenty of support from Fleet Feet coaches along the way.
Fast Half Marathon Training More Info »
Program Start: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, 6:00pm
Program Schedule: Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm at Parkway Northeast Middle School, Saturday mornings at 7:30am at various parks, & Sunday mornings at 7:00am at Forest Park
Program Fee: $200, excludes race fee (Price increases $10 on November 15th, 2024)
Description: Our Fast Half Marathon program is for experienced half marathoners who have made the transition from completing to competing. Program applicants are first assessed by our professional coaches and - if they have the foundation needed to train to race 13.1 miles in under 2ΒΌ hours (10:30/mile long run training pace) or faster - are accepted into this positive, driven training environment.
Marathon Training More Info »
Program Start: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, 6:00pm
Program Schedule: Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm at Parkway Northeast Middle, Saturday mornings at 7:30am at various parks.
Program Fee: $200 excludes race fee (Price increases $10 on November 15th, 2024)
Description: With Fleet Feet's Marathon Training Program, you'll find a holistic training plan to help you cross the finish line feeling empowered. Marathon training isn't just about logging miles. It's about learning to challenge yourself incrementally, tackling different types of runs, building strength and making space for rest and recovery. With our marathon training plan, You and your fellow runners will bond as you train, learn and improve together, with plenty of support along the way.
Fast Marathon Training More Info »
Program Start: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, 6:00pm
Program Schedule: Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm at Parkway Northeast Middle School, Saturday mornings at 7:30am at various parks, & Sunday mornings at 7:00am at Forest Park.
Program Fee: $240, excludes race fee (Price increases $10 on November 15th, 2024)
Description: Our Fast Marathon program is for experienced marathoners who have made the transition from completing to competing and want to run a Personal Record (PR) for their age, Boston Marathon qualifying time, or similar very challenging effort. Program applicants are first assessed by our professional coaches and - if they have the foundation needed to attain their goal - are accepted into this positive, driven training environment.
Rock Runners More Info »
Program Start: Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
Program Schedule: Wednesday evenings (6:00pm) at Lewis & Clark Trail and on Saturday mornings at various St. Louis/St. Charles parks (7:30am).
Program Fee: $140, excluding race fee (Price increases $10 on November 15th, 2024)
Description: Off-road running is good for the body and the soul. Trails don?t pound the legs, their uneven surfaces and hills build leg and lung strength, and they provide a close-up view of Mother Nature at her best. Our Rock Runners program teaches participants how to safely enjoy off-road running and introduces them to different local trails.
Winter Warriors More Info »
Program Start: Sunday, December 1st
Program Fee: $40
Description: The season of gloomy, dark days and colder weather is upon us. This season can also bring the hardest time of year to get out and do what we do: RUN!
Winter Warriors is a fun, (slightly) competitive way to stay active when the weather would otherwise keep us inside (or inactive). We want running to continue to be a part of your lifestyle to stay mentally and physically healthy?even during the winter months.
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