Run Kalamazoo Run Camp

Run Kalamazoo Run Camp is excited for the 2025/2026 season! 

Starts: Saturday,  November 29, 2025

Programs:

• Full Marathon Training
  • This training program is designed for individuals hoping to complete a full marathon be it their first or 15th marathon!  Whatever your pace, we've got you covered.  We even have walk/run groups who train for the full marathon!
• Half Marathon Training
  • This training program is designed for individuals hoping to complete a half marathon!  Whatever your pace, we've got you covered.  We even have walk/run groups who train for the half marathon!
• Get Your Move On Program
  • This training program is designed for individuals who want to keep moving through the winter with friends!  This program is designed for walkers, runners, and everyone in between.  The goal is to keep your body moving however movement looks for you.  The training guide begins at 20 minutes of movement and builds from there.  Participants who are starting new in this program will be prepared to walk or run a 10K comfortably by the end of training.

13-week Camp:

Starts: Saturday,  January 24, 2026

Programs:

• Half Marathon Training:
  • This training program is designed for individuals hoping to complete a half marathon!  Whatever your pace, we've got you covered.  We even have walk/run groups who train for the half marathon!
• 10K Training:
  • This training program is designed for individuals hoping to complete a 10K!  Whatever your pace, we've got you covered.  We even have walk/run groups who train for the 10K!
• 5K Training
  • This training program is designed for individuals hoping to complete a 5K!  Whatever your pace, we've got you covered.  We even have walk/run groups who train for the 5K!
• Get Your Walk On Program:
  • This training program is designed for individuals who would like to walk to build health in community. 
  • Participants who are starting new in this program will be prepared to walk a 5K comfortably by the end of training.
  • Participants may include those who...
    • ...aren't ready to run distances but want to see what it's about.
    • ...choose not to run.
    • ...are unable to run.
    • ...or have a reason all their own - whoever you are and whatever you choose, we are here to walk with you!

Add-On Options

First and foremost, we are dedicated to creating a space for beginners and veterans alike to move and connect to your teammates.  Our training programs are made for those who are just starting out or who are just starting over.  Wherever you find yourself, the programs will get you to your finish line.  That said, we are also dedicated to meeting our participants where they are at.  That's why we are adding the following option listed below to add to your program. 

• Individualized Plan $15
  • Have a goal time in mind?  Want to compete in your event and need a plan that will get you there?  We can modify the training plans to fit your goals and needs.  
  • Complete a survey about your goals and current fitness level.
  • Receive a PDF of a customized training plan based on your survey and unique goals!
  • Don't know how to gauge your fitness?  We will host an optional mile time trial for you to get your time.
  • Do not sign up for this plan if you are simply starting another event weekend...keep on reading the note below!
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Please note: we build our training plans to lead up to our hometown event, The Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon, Half, 10K run, 5K run, and 5K walk.  If you plan to participate in another spring event, let us know.  We have pre-modified plans that lead up to each weekend starting the weekend of April 26th through May 31st without sacrificing most of your weekend group runs with your Run Camp team.  These plans are also for beginners.