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A “club” is defined as an association or organization dedicated to a particular interest or activity.  Therefore, the RRCA uses the term “running club” to define organizations that have some type of formal organization, whether nonprofit or for-profit, for the purposes of promoting community-based running organizations that empower all people to participate in the sport of running in pursuit of enjoyment, health, well-being and competition.  A running club may also be referred to by members as a team, crew, training program, or other term that denotes formal organization.

Running clubs typically offer weekly group runs and/or walks along with more formalized training programs for beginning runners to seasoned marathoners and beyond. Running clubs also can own and operate events that attract members along with the general public to participate in the sport.