Half-Marathon Training for Fun & Fitness

-Registration opens on June 1st and will remain open until August 1st. You need to join Sierra TrailBlazers to participate in the training due to insurance requirements. Your membership is for 1 year AND you will get a discount when signing up for Champion Mine as a member!

-Orientation night will be July 24th @6pm at the Trkac Store, just past Target, in Grass Valley CA.

-Runners will be provided with a 10-week guided training plan designed to help the runner gain confidence and fitness to tackle a half marathon.

-Beginning on July 26th, every Sunday morning will be dedicated to the long run. We will meet at different trailheads to discover scenic routes, have fun, build confidence on the trails, and connect with a community of fellow runners. Refreshments will be provided following the run each Sunday. 

-Learning more about running and techniques on how to best achieve your running goals.

-Ideally, runners interested in training, should be able to comfortably run a 5K and log at least 6 miles a week to begin their half-marathon quest.

-If runners are new to the trails or simply want to increase their distance, this training is perfect in preparation for their first, or 6th half-marathon race and beyond!

-All participants are encouraged to utilize the Sierra TrailBlazers weekly runs to supplement their training with group support.

-Each runner will be given a training plan to follow and adapt to their lives and needs as they train to race and enjoy the Champion Mine Trail Race or any half-marathon during the fall of 2026.

-Train-for-fun code can be used if you and your running buddy sign up at the same time for the Half Marathon training, save $10 for both!