Posts by Brian Hunt
Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) wishes to express our heartfelt condolences to the nine victims of the tragic cycling incident and their loved ones
Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) wishes to express our heartfelt condolences to the victims, their families and all those involved in the tragic incident that took the lives of five local cyclists, and injured four others. We thank the public safety officials and other first responders who apprehended the driver and cared for those impacted. While…
Read More2017 Summer Session of the Fast Track 5k & 10k Training Program (Kalamazoo) – Registration is Closed – Drop Ins are Welcome!
Registration is now closed for the 2017 summer session of the Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) Fast Track 5k and 10k Training Program in Kalamazoo. Drop in guests are welcome ($5 KAR Members/$10 Non-Member Friends). Drop-in guests must sign in upon arrival (see program director). We look forward to an exciting and rewarding season working with…
Read More2017 YMCA Healthy Kids & Family Run Registration is OPEN! Volunteers Needed!
2017 YMCA Healthy Kids/Family Run Sign Up by May 29, 2017 to pre-register and receive a t-shirt Friday, June 2, 2017 Check in and late registration 4:45 – 5:30pm Warm-up and stretch – 5:45pm Tot Run – 5:55 pm One Mile Run – Immediately following Tot Run Portage West Middle School 7145 Moorsbridge Road, Portage…
Read More2017 Summer Safari Marathon and Half Marathon Training Program Registration is Closed – Drop-In’s Available!
Summer Safari Marathon and Full Marathon Training Program ***Registration for the 2017 Summer Safari Half and Full Marathon Training Program is now closed. Runners may drop in for $15/run or purchase a punch card @ 4 runs for $50*** NEW, we are pleased to introduce an individualized approach to the 2017 Summer Safari Half…
Read MoreRegistration for the 2016 Kalamazoo Klassic and Kids’ Klassic is now OPEN!
Registration for the 2016 Kalamazoo Klassic, Kids’ Klassic & Team Challenge is now OPEN! The 38th annual event, presented in partnership by Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) and MRC Industries, Inc., will be held June 17th and 18th, 2016. Click here for more information and registration. Experience the famous Maple Hill in the 10k race, cruise…
Read MoreJoin the Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) Susan G. Komen Foundation Race for the Cure Team!
Susan G. Komen Foundation Southwest Michigan Race for the Cure Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 9:00am NEW LOCATION! Homer Stryker Field (Home of the Kalamazoo Growlers) Join the Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) Team in the fight against breast cancer! Join the Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) Team at the Susan G. Komen Foundation Southwest Michigan Race…
Read MoreRegistration for the Spring Session of the Fast Track 5k & 10k Training Program In Battle Creek is now OPEN!
What is Fast Track? A program to teach people new to running how to run. A structured program to increase endurance and improve performance. A speed work program to improve 5K or 10K performance. A collection of informational clinics to improve running skills. A small group training session with experienced coaches. A place to build…
Read MoreRegistration for the Beyond Half Marathon Training Program in Battle Creek is now OPEN!
Thinking about training for your first half marathon and looking for a comprehensive training program? Completed one or more half marathons and looking for the next dimension in your training? Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) in Battle Creek is pleased to introduce an out of this world half marathon training program designed to help you achieve…
Read MoreNEW! Registration for the Winter Session of the Fast Track 5k and 10k Training Program is Now OPEN!
NEW!!! Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) is pleased to announce we are bringing the Fast Track 5k and 10k Training Program Indoors!!! The winter session will be held at the Western Michigan University Read Field house and Recreation Center indoor tracks. Whether beginner or veteran runner, this program is for anyone seeking to train for the…
Read More2015 Turkey Trot Time Prediction 5k Run
Registration for the 2015 Turkey Trot Time Prediction 5k Run will open on September 1, 2015. Please plan to join us on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2015! Learn more here->
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