Our novice/newbie trail class is back! Learn essential skills to give you confidence when running on our beautiful Bay Area trails. This class is designed for individuals new to trail running and those returning to running after a break. Slow-paced and various abilities are welcome.
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This class introduces participants to the fundamentals of trail running, including developing aerobic fitness and incorporating hill-based strength training to enhance agility and running form. Trail safety and etiquette will be reviewed in each class. We will visit various trails in the Oakland Hills to run comfortably 3 to 5 miles by the end of sessions.
Additionally, we offer a variety of shared online documents and resources to keep you engaged during class.
Prerequisite: None. Be comfortable moving on uneven surfaces, such as dirt, gravel, or grass.
Dates: 6 consecutive Saturdays starting Aug. 2, 2025, to Sept. 6, 2025.
Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am
The class fee for all sessions is $30 for club members and $40 for non-members. We would recommend that you become a member before registering.
Meeting place: Various locations in the Oakland Hills, such as Joaquin Miller Park and Redwood Regional Park, will be announced via weekly email.
Fee: A flat fee applies; however, please contact the instructor for assistance with the fee if needed. Our club's mission is to support a diverse community of runners. Reminder: Our club is 100% volunteer-run, so fees support other local adult and youth activity programs focused on building community and promoting good mental and physical health, in line with our club's mission.
Instructors: Edmundo Vito Cruz, Road Runners Club of America, RRCA certified run coach. UPDATE: Laureli Mallek, RRCA Level I, will assist as co-coach after recently completing the running coach certification.
Contact: If you have questions about the class, please email Edmundo
Join this fun and inspiring class!
