Welcome to the Golden Gate Running Club of San Francisco!
The Golden Gate Running Club is a group of runners in San Francisco, California
with a whole host of running abilities — we run the gamut. Club members compete
in adventure races, marathons, relays, 10Ks, and triathlons, to name just a few.
Not competitive? Many of our members just enjoy running once or twice a week, for
either the fitness or the enjoyment of it.
Come join us for our Sunday morning runs at the Warming Hut near the fishing pier at the western end of Crissy Field (we have a 10 am start so one may fully enjoy the previous evening) followed by our customary brunch thereafter. Two groups leave at this time, a short course (about 5 miles) and a long course (up to 12 miles). We modify runs, pace, and distance to fit the runners present. Wednesday night we host a coached track workout at Kezar Stadium, meeting at the southeast corner of the track at 7p.m. Runners of all ability levels participate in this as well.
We run hard and we play hard. Members have placed very highly in many events in the state and nation. In a recent group relay (Hood to Coast — lots of fun!), we placed 23rd in a field of 283. We're a supportive and encouraging group of runners. We hold no expectations of ability; group runs have a "no drop" rule. During races, we place more emphasis on completing the event with no injuries and having fun than getting the "medal". If you're looking for a low-stress running club, to have fun, exercise, and meet new people, this is the club for you. Come join us for a run and check us out. We would love to meet you!
For more information, see Who We Are, or join our Yahoo! or Facebook Group and watch for emails. Hope to see you out there!
Monday, February 8, 2010
Marcie has so nicely offered to host brunch at her place after our Sunday run on Feb 21st. Everyone is invited whether you are running with us that day or not, though you should run and work up an appetite!
This will be pot-luck, so please show off your cooking skills and whip up (or fool us and buy) something good! Some ideas: egg casserole, OJ, fruit salad, bagels, muffins. Things that need to be refrigerated or heated are OK. Marcie and I will pick up the food pre-run and set everything up so it's ready for you when you get to her place.
Marcie's address is 33 Lupine Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118. There is plenty of parking in the area, if not on Lupine then try Laurel and Euclid.
Please reply with a message here or on the facebook invite and let us know what you are thinking of bringing. I'll send out plenty of reminders over the next two weeks. I hope to you there!
Kelly
P.S. Congrats to everyone that raced this weekend! And, see you all at The Mint this Friday!
Friday, February 5, 2010
Next Friday at this time we will all be gathered and singing songs! Get your vocal chords ready!
Where: The Mint, 1942 Market Street
When: Next Friday, Feb. 12 from 5pm on
What: Karaoke! I'm hoping to re-live some classics - IO's rendition of Su Su Sudio, Gill's back up dancing to Copacabana, the women of GGRC's Build me up buttercup - and see some new show stoppers!
Best of luck to everyone racing this weekend! I can't wait to read your race reports next week. Or, better yet, hear about your triumphs in person on Friday.
Kelly
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Hi folks.
I have 2 dates for you to pencil in on your calendars.
First, GGRC's February happy hour will be on Friday, 2/12. We're still ironing out details, but it will likely be karaoke at the Mint. So, start practicing your songs in the shower now!
Second, Marcie has so nicely offered to host a brunch after our Sunday run on 2/21. She's supplying the space. You bring yourself and some food to share.
Save the dates. We'll send you more info as they get closer.
Kelly
Monday, January 18, 2010
We're heading back to a favorite club destination for the first official GGRC happy hour of 2010.
When: Next Thursday, 1/21
Where: Columbus Cafe, 562 Green Street (Green @ Columbus)
What: Two for one draft beers from 4pm - 8pm and great pizza nearby. Plus, some roller derby movie re-enactments and Pacifica strategizing.
I plan to be at the bar with a slice of pizza and a beer by 5pm. See you then. And hopefully at track tonight too!
Kelly
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Now accepting payments for 2010 Membership. Membership fees for the 2010 year are $35 until December 31, 2009. After that, fees will increase, so act now!!!! Some of the benefits you get from membership, include:
- Running with and socializing with a great group of people!
- Discounted prices for club shirts and the opportunity to purchase other related discounted GGRC gear that may become available in the future
- Subsidized club events, so that actual costs are lower for participants. This includes:
- Relays, Annual Banquet, Other impromptu GGRC gatherings – such as Angel Island , BBQ's, or a club run at an offsite location
- Discounts at various establishments that includes:
- Sports Basement, Fleet Feet, Presidio Sports Medicine, Pacific Coast Trail Runs
- The ability to run races with other fellow members as a team. Many races require teams be part of an organization affiliated with a club/organization that is affiliated with the USATF, RRCA, etc – which we are (RRCA)
If you have never paid dues, have run with the club at least 2 to 3 times and would like to continue to do so, you will need to pay so that you are on our club roster and are covered (for insurance purposes).
Dues paid cover through December 2010. You can pay either by giving me or any club officer a check for $35 made out to GGRC or Golden Gate Running Club or you can pay via paypal through the following link (paypal has an additional service fee of $1.40):
-Stephen, Treasurer and Membership Coordinator