RUN VELOCITY

Run Velocity Trail Running.

Enjoy the great outdoors, mix-up your running & walking mentally and physically, cross-train, get stronger, meet new people, expand your horizons!

LOCATIONS

Locations vary on a weekly basis & depend upon weather (some OC trails are closed during or after rain). The list below includes some previously-visited locations; location will be selected or modified by Coach Linda depending on safety & trail quality:

  • Whiting Ranch, Foothill Ranch/Portola Hills

  • Peters Canyon, Tustin Ranch

  • Aliso and Wood Canyons, Aliso Viejo/Laguna Beach

  • Black Starr Canyon, Modjeska Canyon

  • O’Neill Park, Trabuco Canyon

  • Arroyo Trabuco Trail, RSM/Mission Viejo

  • Meandering Ridge, Ladera Ranch Ridge, Ladera

  • Riley Wilderness Park, Coto de Caza

  • Bell View Trail, Dove Canyon, Trabuco Canyon

  • Santiago Truck Trail, Modjeska Canyon

Runners & walkers with an adventurous spirit who can do 1 to 2 hours of walking or running and want to discover new trails each week. You appreciate the experience of group exploration. Men & women are welcome! Youth under 18 are welcome with an adult or guardian. No extra fee for a youth member, but they need to be supervised directly by YOU!

WHEN

Saturday mornings from 7:00 am to  9:00 am

DATES

8 to 18 week sessions throughout the year (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter)

DISTANCES

Each run will be 5 to 7 miles or 1 to 1.5 hours. Trail terrain varies from packed earth to “billy-goat” climbs. Walkers will use time as their guide. Routes are modified as needed, but you will still see stunning trails & vistas! Runners, please plan for 2 hours as you will experience a challenging run paired with a few moments to enjoy the views. 

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

Recommended gear includes: trail running or sturdy running shoes; hydration device that holds 20 ounces or more of water (handheld flask, hydration belt or hydration backpack); additional energy snacks, ex: gels, bars, gummy blocks; layered clothing for variable temperatures; hat or visor; sunglasses; and sunscreen.

Coaching focuses on skill-building in the sports of swim, bike and run. We teach you the basics as well as advanced techniques using best-practices and safe strategies for various athletic levels.

We welcome beginner triathletes and encourage first participating and training for an entry-level distance triathlon, such as a sprint triathlon (usually pool or open water and comprise a 0.5 mile swim + 12 mile bike + 3 mile run)

As you gain experience, many triathletes train for both short and longer distance events including Sprint triathlons, and the endurance distances of Olympic or International (51.50 kilometers), Half Ironman (70.3 miles) and Ironman (140.6 miles).