About the Kenosha Running Club
Founded by Kenosha’s Jim Ryan in 1978, the Kenosha Running Club has become a gathering place for local runners of all ability levels—from casual runners to avid racers and ultra-marathoners. Our goal is to promote and expand running, health, and fitness in the Kenosha area while contributing to the community through our support of charitable causes and volunteer opportunities for our members.
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Group Runs
We offer weekly group runs and over 100 members of all ability levels to help you reach your running goals. You’ll find support, whether you’re looking for company for a few miles or training for a marathon. We’re a big enough and diverse enough group that you’ll almost certainly have at least one other person your pace to run with. In fact, our paces range from 5 min–14 min per mile, with the largest amount of members right in the 10 min pace range.
Our weekly group run is held on Saturday mornings at the lakefront in downtown Kenosha.
The main group gathers Saturday mornings at the flagpoles located at the corner of 52nd St. and 6th Ave in Kenosha. We meet year-round, regardless of weather. The general route is 6 miles (3 out and 3 back). But anyone can run more or fewer miles as desired. Please see our events page for start times. There are groups running all distances and paces. So whether you’re going long or just looking for a short run, you’re likely to find company. We typically plan to finish and gather at Common Grounds (5159 6th Ave) afterwards to sip coffee and chat.
Q: I am slow or new to running. Will there be anyone my pace?
A: Almost certainly. The biggest pace group is in the 10-minute range, and there are plenty of members who run 11-14 min miles. On Saturday runs, you will often find someone doing a walk-jog, whether because they are coming back from injury or just new to running. Show up on Saturday morning and you will almost certainly find someone to run with. If you are nervous and want to find a partner ahead of time, posting on the Facebook page is the best way to find similar runners.
Q: I am fast and serious about improving my race times. Will there be anyone to challenge me and help me improve?
A: Absolutely. We have some very accomplished runners in the club, including Boston Marathon qualifiers as well as those that compete for age group and overall placement. The Tuesday track workouts are especially helpful for those who are serious about improving their times.
Q: I am training for a marathon or ultra-marathon. How do I find people who are running the distance I need on Saturday?
A: The best way to find people who are running a certain distance and pace is to look on the Facebook page. By Friday afternoon, members usually begin posting their start times and paces for their Saturday long run, and you can usually find someone ahead of time there.
Q: It’s snowing/freezing/pouring rain/blistering hot out. Is the group still running?
A: You bet.
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