run club
Embrace the power of movement and community with our FREE run & walk club that meets every Thursday night and Saturday morning!
FAQs
Learn more about our weekly meetups!
Where does the Run Club meet?
On Thursdays we meet at the Buffalo Irish Center at 6pm!
245 Abbott Road, Buffalo, NY 14220
*$3 bottles post-run!*
On Saturdays we meet at pure.roots cafe at 9am!
180 Buffalo Street, Hamburg, NY 14075
*Participants get 10% off their post-run orders!*
Is there a cost to participate?
This program is completely FREE!
Do you have to be an experienced runner?
This is open to all levels from beginner to pro! It is a run & walk program so participants are not required to be experienced runners, just people looking to move!
Do you need to be able to keep a certain pace?
Nope! Everyone is able to go at their own pace, but we also have coaches who can encourage your pace as well.
What if I am unable to complete a certain distance?
We have recommended distances each meet-up, but just like with pace you can self-select distance as well.
What if I am looking for more structured programming?
Our coaches can design a custom program for you so that you can meet your goals!
meet the coaches
About Coach Bob
Coach Bob leads the group when it meets on Thursdays at the Buffalo Irish Center.
Some stats about him:
- Alumnus of the Division I Cross Country and Track & Field program at University at Buffalo
- Buffalo Runner of the Year
- 2x podium finisher at the Buffalo Marathon
- 2x Boston Marathon finisher
- 2024 Grand Island Half Marathon winner
About Coach Henry
Coach Henry leads the group when it meets on Saturdays at pure.roots Cafe in Hamburg
Some stats about him:
- School record holder in the 5k, 6k, 8k, & 10k at Division II D'Youville University
- First Team ECC All-Conference
- NCAA Division II East Region top 10 finisher
- top finisher in multiple local road races