Spring 2026 FRNY Beginners Clinic

Calling all NEW RUNNERS!

Join our 10-week FRNY Beginners Clinic and start your running journey this spring!

The Clinic starts on Saturday, April 25th and meets Saturday mornings, 9:30am - 11am, in Central Park, in a small group setting.

Transform your running curiosity and interest into confidence with supportive, real-world training that’s focused on beginners.  Our amazing and experienced coaches, and welcoming volunteers will help get you started, regardless of your beginner running experience!

The Beginners Clinic will help new runners:

  • Learn proper running form

  • Build endurance and running confidence

  • Avoid common running injuries

  • Stretch and cross-train

  • Get faster, feel better

  • Connect with fellow beginners

AND HAVE THE CHANCE TO GAIN ENTRY TO THE CLOSED 2026 FRNY LGBTQ+ PRIDE RUN®*

*Ten (10) non-complimentary running bibs are exclusively available, first come first serve, to new 2026 FRNY members who joined FRNY via the 2026 Beginners Clinic AND who attend at least 5 clinic sessions by June 6th.

How Much Does it Cost?

It’s FREE For 2026 FRNY Members!

How to Register for the 2026 Beginners Clinic?

It’s an easy, two-step process.

  1. Join FRNY: $30 for 2026 membership. FRNY membership includes a bunch of great perks!

  2. Enroll in the Beginners Clinic Event.

    Note: You must join FRNY to see and access the EVENTS tab to register for the Beginners Clinic.

Are You a Returning Runner?

Coming back from an injury or from a running hiatus?

Have some running experience?

Need to build endurance and speed again?

Take a look at the many FRNY opportunities throughout the week, including: weekly fun runs (Manhattan & Brooklyn), coached workouts, and social activities