The Boston Marathon is just around the corner, and the Charlotte Running Club is throwing a party to celebrate ALL local runners who are headed to Beantown.

Join us on Monday, April 10th from 6:30pm until 8:30pm at the Trolley Barn Fermentory in South End for a night of fun, camaraderie, and good vibes as we send off the runners in style. This event is open to anyone who wants to come out and support the local athletes racing one week later.

We'll have a decorated cake and a special banner listing the CRC members who are running Boston. All Charlotte Running Club members attending will receive a drink ticket for a free beer.

Destination Marathons will be sharing details about their upcoming race packages and Dr. Phil Welsh with Premier Physical Therapy will be speaking about his experience serving as a finish line medical volunteer for the Boston Marathon since 2013.

The Trolley Barn Fermentory is home for the BarnBurnersCLT run club that will be taking place the same night starting at 6:30pm.

The routes are 2, 3, and 4 miles so you have the option to get in a run before hanging out at the party.

Address : 2104 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203 -

https://www.trolleybarnclt.com/

Don't miss out on this opportunity to support local runners as they head off to compete in the Boston Marathon. Join us on Monday, April 10th at the Trolley Barn Fermentory for the Boston Marathon Send Off party. It's going to be a night to remember!

Not a member of the Charlotte Running Club yet? Our annual membership is $20 for individuals, $15 for Students & Seniors, and $30 for families. The membership fees are used to cover the costs for the events and runs we hold to support the running community.

https://www.charlotterunningclub.org/join-now

Premier Physical Therapy - https://premierptnc.com/

Destination Marathons - https://destination-marathons.com/

BarnBurnersCLT - https://southendclt.org/.../barn-burners-run-club-with...

The next CRC Little Sugar Creek Greenway Run is Saturday March 11th @ 7:00am

For anyone who hasn't joined us before, this beautiful greenway goes south from Tyvola Road to the Polk Historic Site in Pineville NC for nearly 7 miles. Going to the end and back it will give you around 13.1 miles but come join us if you want to run/walk less miles because you can turnaround at any point.

Water will be available at two spots along the greenway and at the start / finish. The first water stop is 2.5 miles from the start and the second is 5.5 miles from the start.

Also, this run is open to EVERYONE. You do not need to be a member of the Charlotte Running Club to join in. As much as we would like to, we cannot guarantee that all runners who come will match up on pace. Please feel free to bring a buddy to run with!

We meet at the parking lot off Tyvola Rd (address below) and leave out just after 7:00am. Please arrive early to ensure you can find a spot in the parking lot. There’s plenty of additional parking across Tyvola at the Queens University Sports Complex as well.

Address: 2524 Tyvola Rd

Questions? - run.charlotte@gmail.com

The Get Your Rear in Gear 5K Run/Walk is Saturday March 25^th at First Ward Park and the Charlotte Running Club is assisting by helping recruit volunteers for race day. There are several ways to help including packet pick-up, course monitors, and assist with the water stop.

Funds raised by Get Your Rear in Gear 5K go to local efforts to raise awareness, increase screenings, and support colon cancer patients and their families.

Please use the link below to review the various ways to volunteer and sign up.

https://bit.ly/GYRGCLTVOLUNTEER

We are excited to announce a new weekly run at Summit Coffee On The Plaza.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, all levels are welcome to join us every Friday @ 6:15am for a refreshing 3 or 5 mile run.

Turn by Turn directions will be provided so you can follow a safe well lit route through the Villa Heights neighborhood. No major street crossings and no need to run on the sidewalks. We will also have routes available via RunGo so you can use the app on your phone or watch to guide you.

After the run, stick around for some delicious coffee and food at Summit Coffee OTP. This is a great opportunity to meet other runners and make new friends.

Run 5 times to earn a free Summit Coffee x CRC Klean Kanteen mug. You will be provided a punch card on your first visit.

Address: 2501 The Plaza, Charlotte, NC 28205

We are seeking a few individuals to help the coordinate! You will help greet runners & walkers, hand out directions, and ensure it is a fun and inclusive environment for all.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to know more, please reach out to us at run.charlotte@gmail.com

We would love to hear from you! #SummitCoffeeOTP #CharlotteRunningClub

While they may seem like a summertime staple, visors are actually a versatile and stylish choice for any season. The new Charlotte Running Club BOCO Visors are now available for purchase via our online store!

They are perfect for protecting your face and eyes from the harsh sun on those unseasonably warm winter days we have in the Carolinas. So why wait?

The adjustable strap ensures a secure, comfortable fit, and the built-in sweatband will keep sweat out of your eyes.

$20 for CRC members (log in to access the member only price)

$25 for non-members

Shipping $5 via USPS - ORDER ONE TODAY!

Our new Charlotte Running Club Nike singlets are very lightweight and breathable. We have sizes for ladies and men. They do run a tad small so be sure to order one size up if you prefer a looser fit.

Price : $30 - Shipping is $5 via USPS

Special thanks to Charlotte Running Co. for their assistance with sourcing these.

The Charlotte Running Club tech tee will be a great addition to your running wardrobe. It will be the perfect shirt to wear while running or to throw on for a session at the gym. 100% polyester to wick away sweat.

Three unisex sizes available : Small, Medium, & Large

Price : $15 + $5 shipping

https://www.charlotterunningclub.org/Sys/Store/Products/306300

CRC Track Tuesday - Quail Hollow Middle School

Do you have a track workout on the training plan?

The Charlotte Running Club hosts a weekly Track Tuesday meet-up at Quail Hollow Middle School.

This is a meetup open to EVERYONE, not just members of the Charlotte Running Club so please come out and join others for some speedwork and receive encouragement to go faster!

Time : 5:30am - 6:30am

Quail Hollow Middle School
2901 Smithfield Church Rd
Charlotte NC 28210

Questions? : run.charlotte@gmail.com

CRC Weekly Trail Run - Francis Beatty Park

Wednesday Mornings @ 7am

Join former CRC President Chad Champion every Wednesday @ 7am for a 4.3 mile trail run at Colonel Francis Beatty Park, a hidden gem in Matthews just south of 485. This free weekly trail run is open to everyone and registration is not required.

Meet Chad at the tennis courts just before 7am

Address : 4330 Weddington Rd, Matthews, NC 28105

Questions? : run.charlotte@gmail.com

Join us for the Rise-N-Run group run with Run For Your Life - University on Friday August 19th @ 6am.

We will have 3, 4, & 5 mile routes with turn-by-turn directions and an option for walkers. Stay after to enjoy free pancakes, fruit, and coffee! This event is open to everyone.

Address
1816 E. Arbors Dr
Charlotte NC 28262

Questions - run.charlotte@gmail.com

The Charlotte Running Club is about running and more!  As a social club, CRC's goal is to connect and engage with runners of all kinds.  We’d like to cordially invite you to come out and socialize with us at a Charlotte Knights Baseball game.

We have a block of discounted field box seats available first come, first served for $15 each (regular priced at $21)  

Charlotte Knights vs. Nashville Sounds

Date: Thursday September 8, 2022

Time: 7:04 pm

Location: Knights Stadium / Trust Field

Address: 324 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC 28202

PURCHASE TICKETS

You will need to log in to the Charlotte Running Club website to purchase the tickets at the discounted price ($15.00) for members. Please contact us at run.charlotte@gmail.com if you need assistance. Tickets will be e-mailed the same day after completing your purchase. Each ticket will have $2.00 of Loaded Value, which can be used to purchase concessions around the ballpark. We bet these will go quickly.  We can’t wait to see you!

A huge THANK YOU to the individuals who joined the Charlotte Running Club in July! Your support is greatly appreciated. We are planning on more events in the coming months to help connect the Charlotte running community and your contribution is key to making it happen.

Annual memberships are $20 for individuals, $30 for family, and $15 for Students/Seniors.

https://www.charlotterunningclub.org/join-now

Last month's Little Sugar Creek Greenway Group Run had our largest attendance ever and it was great to see so many folks run various distances and paces on this beautiful stretch of the Cross Charlotte Trail. The next run is less than two weeks away on Saturday August 13th at 7am.

For anyone who hasn't joined us before, this greenway section runs south from Tyvola Road to the Polk Historic Site in Pineville NC. Running it will give you 13.1 miles but come join us if you need less miles because you can turnaround at any point.

ALL PACES are welcome and water will be available at two points along the greenway and at the finish.

Also, this run is open to EVERYONE. You do not need to be a member of the Charlotte Running Club to join in.

We'll meet at the parking lot off Tyvola Rd and leave just after 7:00am. Please arrive early to ensure you can find a spot in the parking lot. There’s additional parking across Tyvola at the Queens University Sports Complex.

Address: 2524 Tyvola Rd

Questions? - run.charlotte@gmail.com

The next monthly South End Run takes place on Saturday July 23rd!

7 am start with 1, 3, and 5 mile routes.

All paces and experience levels welcome.

Start / Finish at the brand new Wilmore Centennial Park in the heart of South End.

Address : 1713 S. Tryon Street

Questions - run.charlotte@gmail.com

A huge THANK YOU to the individuals who joined the Charlotte Running Club in June!
Your support is greatly appreciated. We are planning on more events in the coming months to help connect the Charlotte running community and your contribution is key to making it happen.

Annual memberships are $20 for individuals, $30 for family, and $15 for Students/Seniors.

https://www.charlotterunningclub.org/join-now

WOW! Last night's CRC Summer Social was so much fun! Many thanks to everyone who came out to Protagonist South End to enjoy some drinks and food.

LSC Greenway Monthly Group Run

Come out Saturday June 25th @ 7:00am for the monthly group run on the Little Sugar Creek Greenway

This greenway section runs south from Tyvola Road to the Polk Historic Site in Pineville NC. Running it will give you 13.1 miles but come join us if you need less miles because you can turnaround at any point.

ALL PACES are welcome and water will be available at two points along the greenway.

This run is open to EVERYONE. You do not need to be a member of the Charlotte Running Club to join in.

We'll meet at the parking lot off Tyvola Rd and leave just after 7:00am.

Address: 2524 Tyvola Rd

Questions? - run.charlotte@gmail.com

Great turnout for the Inaugural South End group run. Be sure to check out this new option to connect and run 1, 3, or 5 miles with others from South End on the 3rd Saturday each month. Lots of great places for post run breakfast & coffee nearby.

Come out Saturday May 28th @ 7:00am for the monthly group run on the Little Sugar Creek Greenway

This greenway section runs south from Tyvola Road to the Polk Historic Site in Pineville NC. Running it will give you 13.1 miles but come join us if you need less miles because you can turnaround at any point.

ALL PACES are welcome and water will be available at two points along the greenway.

This run is open to EVERYONE. You do not need to be a member of the Charlotte Running Club to join in.

We'll meet at the parking lot off Tyvola Rd and leave just after 7:00am.

Address: 2524 Tyvola Rd

Questions? - run.charlotte@gmail.com

Community - a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals.

The Boston Marathon Send-Off Party was amazing! The running community came out to wish over 40 Charlotte area runners who will be toeing the line next Monday for the first Boston Marathon on Patriots' Day since 2019. The Charlotte Running Club & Destination Marathons partnered to host the event at Legion Brewing as an occasion not only to celebrate the accomplishment of the runners pictured here but to also provide an opportunity to make our running community stronger through fellowship.

This event could not have happened without the financial support from our membership and we appreciate every member who has joined CRC in the past. The Charlotte Running Club will continue to focus on ways to bring runners together through social events as we want our membership to include individuals with all levels of experience. Every event we host has been and will always be open to members & non-members. Inclusivity is so important as it fosters engagement and creates a sense of belonging.

Save 04-10-23 on your calendar as we will carry on this tradition next year!

Annual memberships are $20 for individuals, $30 for family, and $15 for Students/Seniors.

https://www.charlotterunningclub.org/join-now

A huge THANK YOU to the individuals who joined the Charlotte Running Club in March! Your support is greatly appreciated. We are planning on more events in the coming months to help connect the Charlotte running community and your contribution is key to making it happen.

Annual memberships are $20 for individuals, $30 for family, and $15 for Students/Seniors.

https://www.charlotterunningclub.org/join-now

Come out for the monthly group run on the Little Sugar Creek Greenway on Saturday March 19th at 7:30am

This greenway section runs south from Tyvola Road to the Polk Historic Site in Pineville NC. Running it will give you 13.1 miles but come join us if you need less miles because you can turnaround at any point.

ALL PACES are welcome and water will be available at two points along the route.

This run is open to EVERYONE. You do not need to be a member of the Charlotte Running Club

We'll meet at the parking lot off Tyvola Rd and leave just after 7:30am.

Address : 2524 Tyvola Rd

Questions? - run.charlotte@gmail.com

The new Charlotte Running Club ladies tank is now available to order!

The UnderArmor Racer Tank 2.0 is made with UA Microthread technology so the fabric dries faster, won‘t cling to you, won‘t chafe & stretches without absorbing sweat. This material wicks sweat & dries really fast.

Price: $35

Fast shipping $5

Sizes : Small, Medium, Large, X-Large

https://www.charlotterunningclub.org/Sys/Store/Products/287102

Breaking news from our Merchandise Committee: These just came in and thank goodness – it’s cold outside! Top off your cold weather look with our new, Charlotte Running Club embroidered fleece beanie and headband! Great runner gifts for the holidays. Quantities are limited. Get one or both today!

https://www.charlotterunningclub.org/store

The Charlotte Running Club will always strive to offer special benefits for our members and support local businesses.

Charlotte area locations of Ultra Running Company, Charlotte Running Company, Omega Sports, and Run For Your Life will give a 10% discount (some exclusions apply) to CRC members who presents their active CRC membership card at the register.

Need your membership ID card? Access your member profile after logging in and save a screenshot on your phone.

Not a member of the Charlotte Running Club? Annual memberships are $20, $15 for Students & Seniors, and Family memberships are $30. Join today!

The Charlotte Running Club Board election is complete and CONGRATULATIONS to the four individuals who received the most votes to serve a two year term on the Board of Directors.

Arun Kallikadavil (new)

Tim Mann (returning after 1 year term)

Lisa Landrum (returning after 2 year term)

Eric Smith (returning after 2 year term)

Melissa Seuster, Chad Crockford, Jason Benoit, and Philip Sanford have completed their term on the board and we thank them for their contributions while serving.

The Charlotte Running Club has always aspired to offer special benefits for our members and support local businesses.

We are happy to announce three local running stores are once again able to offer special discounts to CRC members! All Charlotte area locations of Ultra Running, Company, Charlotte Running Company, Omega Sports, and Run For Your Life will give a 10% discount (some exclusions apply) to anyone who presents their active CRC membership card at the register!

Need a copy of your CRC membership card? Log in at the top of the page and download your card or save a screenshot to your phone.

Not a member of the Charlotte Running Club? Annual memberships are $20, $15 for Students & Seniors, and Family memberships are $30. Join today!

We are excited to announce a new benefit for Charlotte Running Club members!

TruMotion Therapy is offering FREE one-time use of the Normatec Recovery Boots and Electric Muscle Stimulation in their Recovery Lounge and a $20 discount off unlimited use of their Alter-G Anti-Gravity Treadmill for injury recovery and easy runs.

Members can book a visit by calling (980) 819-5818 or online at https://trumotiontherapy.janeapp.com/

TruMotion Therapy is located in South Charlotte at 9217 BayBrook Lane, Charlotte NC 28277.

Check out TruMotion Therapy on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about their services for injury recover and prevention.

Proof of active membership is required to receive the benefits. Access your membership card by logging in at www.charlotterunningclub.org. Click on your name at the top of the page to see your member profile at take a screenshot of the membership card. E-mail run.charlotte@gmail.com if you need assistance.

Not a member of the Charlotte Running Club? It's easy to sign up on our website! $20 for an annual membership, Student and Senior memberships are $15 and Family membership is $30.

Join former CRC President Chad Champion every Wednesday morning for a 4.3 mile trail run at Colonel Francis Beatty Park, a hidden gem in Matthews just south of 485.

This event is open to EVERYONE, not just members of the Charlotte Running Club.

Meet Chad at the tennis courts just before 7am and get in some trail miles!

Questions? : run.charlotte@gmail.com

Our mission: Building a Strong and Healthy Community Through Running

The Charlotte Running Club consists of passionate runners that strive to spread the love of running and to help each other grow. The Club's goal is to bring the expansive, diverse, and exciting Charlotte running community together under one umbrella through motivation, group runs, and social events. 

Our club represents an incredibly diverse population, from lifelong competitive runners to couch-to-5k-ers and everyone in between. We all found running for different reasons and at different times in our lives, but we all now share a collective interest in making Charlotte a better place to run. Over the coming months and years, CRC is committed to helping to drive that transformation by connecting our members to:

• Running Opportunities. From fun runs to workouts to races, we help connect runners to events and activities for runners of all ages and abilities.
• Social Opportunities. You can't run all the time, so we provide fun and engaging opportunities for runners to socialize away from roads, tracks, and trails.
• Community Involvement. Whether we're volunteering at a local park, coaching and mentoring with community running organizations, or advocating for runner safety, we strive to help make Charlotte a better place to run.

Yes! We are social and we are on Strava, search for "Charlotte Running Club" and join now.