We have many pace groups, ranging from walkers and beginners to gentle joggers and fast marathon training groups. To find the right one for you, contact info[@]glastonburyriverrunners.com. Saturday run options for marathon training groups are often posted on GRR blog under Saturday Runs.
Walkers
The Glastonbury River Walkers launched in January 2012 and has over 60 walkers. See more information on the Glastonbury River Walkers.
Beginners
Check out the 2012 dates for our popular nine-week beginner training programs!
- February 11th, 2012: Start of nine-week beginner program leading up to the 2nd Annual Run Diva Run on April 15th.
- April 28th, 2012: Start of nine-week beginner program leading up to the 4th Annual Firecracker 5k on July 1st.
- September 8th, 2012: Start of nine-week beginner program leading up to the 5th Annual Race to Fill the Pantry on November 11th.
New & Nearly New
3–10 mile runs for beginners and intermediate runners who have “graduated” from Nathan’s training program, anyone recovering from injury (and liking a lie-in) or anyone liking a slower pace. Open to anyone. Some members run up to 10 miles on Saturdays, others less. Training is underway for the Hartford half-marathon in October. Meet between 7:30 AM and 8 AM (depending on the temperature) in the parking lot of Wang Palace by Cycling Concepts on Main Street, Glastonbury. Organized by Lori Lowry.
The Civilized Running Group
8-12 mile runs at “between 8:45 and 11:15 pace, with lots of good conversation in between.” Most group members run two marathons a year, some more. Organized by Syed Hashmi.
The Fabulous Fours
Susan Sacco and Trish King lead this group. They run a 3:45- 4:05 marathon pace and are lots of fun! They meet:
- 5 AM Tuesdays on the corner of Addison Road and Hebron Avenue
- 5 AM Thursdays at Glastonbury High School, Hubbard Avenue
- Usually 6:30 AM Saturdays opposite Cycling Concepts on Main Street, Glastonbury
- 6:30 AM Sundays at Hebron Avenue School for a recovery run
Spitfire and the Slinky Speedos
10–20 mile runs between 7:15–8:30 pace. Most group members run one or more marathons or triathlons a year.
- Tempo runs: 5 AM Tuesdays on the corner of Addison Road and Hebron Avenue
- Speed work: 5 AM Thursdays at Glastonbury High School, Hubbard Avenue
- Long runs: usually 6:30 AM Saturdays opposite Cycling Concepts on Main Street, Glastonbury
- Recovery runs: 6:30 AM Sundays at Hebron Avenue School
