The 2019 Fall 5 KM Classic course is “Octoberfast”
How do you know it’s fall? Denim and flannel. Baseball playoffs. Pumpkin spice. And of course, a fast course for the Fall 5 KM Classic. Click for the official interactive race map. It’s not an exaggeration to say that this course is the fastest 5k we know of. The point-to-point course has lots of consistent, […]
New for 2019: start corrals at Waterloo Classic
Since we moved this race to the University of Waterloo in 2017, we have experienced three years of a field growing in size and competitiveness. We’re excited to introduce corrals for the first time in 2019, to improve participant safety and overall experience. We hope you enjoy it! The basics: the colour on your bib […]
T-shirt Tuesday: ENDURrace doubleheader
This spring, we’re revealing some great t-shirt designs each week. Be tuned to follow our social channels for all the content. We’re excited to reveal our design for the 2019 ENDURrace. For this 5k + 8k doubleheader in Elmira, Ontario, we took inspiration from fight poster graphics to create an aggressive design. And at just […]
Let’s start running is BACK!
Both of our regional Let’s Start Running programs are back for 2019! These programs are open to the public and cater to individuals who have ZERO running experience. You will find a supportive group of people looking to get active, lots of resources to help, and a 5k goal race at the end! Let’s start […]
What’s new in Run Waterloo: t-shirt sizing guarantee, and more
2019 registrations launch the week of December 10 for a 36-hour bonanza. We are always striving to keep our community vibrant and our races fresh. In 2019, here are four key areas that we’re excited about in 2019: 1. T-shirts sizing guarantee For our Run Pure races which include our great ATC technical shirts, we […]
Introducing our new position of Accessibility Coordinator
In our growth as a community organization, we are happy to announce that we have added a new position to our team for 2019. Meet our Accessibility Coordinator, Deirdre Large! This new position will help us realize our goal of creating an inclusive and challenging race series for runners of all abilities through answering your questions regarding […]
Introducing partner discounts
We strongly believe in the obvious value of joining a running group. From social to motivational to performance, the benefits are tremendous. Runners in Waterloo Region are super lucky to have great organizations – Health + Performance, Runners’ Choice, and The Running Rarebits – to choose among. We have been working with these groups for […]
Elite list for the 2018 Fall 5 KM Classic
Post-race update: the results did not disappoint. Pre-race favourites Chris and Julie-Anne took home the top prizes, with Julie-Anne setting a new record. Becky Pieterson and Laura Bernard were late signups who placed top-5. Keep reading… Two “fast” aspects that everybody loves about the Fall 5 KM Classic are the downhill course and the talented athletes up […]
New this year: free Fall Classic run program from Delanghe
Attention beginners: The Fall 5 KM Classic is our largest and best fall race. To help you stop making excuses this fall, we’re teaming up with Delanghe Chiropractic & Health to bring a new, free run program! Meet people. Get active. No risk. Stacked coaching staff: Steph Boville (Registered Dietitian) Dr. Sean Delanghe (Chiropractor, head coach […]
Introducing … #RunAtRibfest
You’ve been asking for this for years … and it’s finally on tap. A local beer run at the largest craft beer show in town? Yes please! Run At Ribfest … a 5k fun run … with BEER. Sunday, July 22, 11:00 a.m. Run at Ribfest is a new event that pairs craft brews with running […]
