Winter/Spring Mid-Distance Training
Cherry Blossom 5K/10 Mile
Train with experienced coaches and a supportive community as you prepare for spring races from 5K through half marathon. Want to run the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 5K or 10 Mile but didn't get selected through the lottery? Join the program and you'll receive a GUARANTEED entry code (details below)
Optional Pre-Program Kickoff
Meet the coaches, ask questions, and get comfortable with your training group. Join an optional short run if weather permits.
- Arlington: Thursday, January 29 at 6:30pm
- Ashburn, Burke/Reston, Vienna: Saturday, January 31 at 8am
** Update as of 1/22 - impending snowstorm may result in changes to these kickoff dates and times. Stay tuned!
Guaranteed Cherry Blossom Entry Included!
Your registration includes access to a guaranteed Cherry Blossom race entry. What this means:
- Got in to the race through the lottery? You're all set
- Didn't get a lottery spot but want to run CUCB? Let us know and we will provide you with a GUARANTEED entry code so you'll be able to register NOW (as soon as we send you the code)
- You'll use that code to register and pay directly with the race
- You are responsible for completing the race registration (waiver, add-ons, etc.)
Join The Group
Choose Your Location!
February 7 – April 11
10-Week Program
Program Cost: $135
Arlington/DC
Iwo Jima
Sundays at 8am
- Off-street parking available
- Convenient for DC, Arlington, Alexandria, Maryland runners
- Occasional alternate locations: Gateway Park or Georgetown (34th & Water St.)
Burke
=PR= Burke & Nearby Venues
Saturdays at 8am
- Routes in local parks and paths
- Occasional "field trips" to nearby venues
- Convenient for Burke, Springfield, Fairfax, Chantilly, Centreville, and surrounding areas
Reston/Ashburn
=PR= Reston & Trailside MS
Saturdays at 8am
- Alternates weekly between Reston and Ashburn
- Runs on different sections of the W&OD Trail
- Occasional "field trips"
- Convenient for runners in Reston and Loudoun County
Vienna
=PR= Vienna/W&OD at the Caboose
Saturdays at 8am
- Runs on different sections of the W&OD Trail
- Occasional "field trips" to nearby venues
- Convenient for suburban runners from Vienna, McLean, Oakton, and Fairfax
Virtual Training Option
- Train on your own schedule with coach support
- Receive a structured training plan
- Weekly email communication from your coach
- Optional drop-in to weekend group runs if you're in town (advance notice required)
- NOTE: Guaranteed bib option not available with Virtual Program; program swag can be picked up at the Expo but will not be mailed
