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Running clubs in Santa Monica, CA
Santa Monica has 7 clubs — 1 women's. 1 club welcomes all paces, so a slower start is no problem. 2 are RRCA-affiliated. Some meet only on Meetup, Facebook or Strava — we link to their pages where we can. Verified, most-reviewed clubs are listed first; use the filters to narrow by pace, cost or vibe.
How to pick a running club in Santa Monica
- Worried about pace? Look for a no-drop or all-paces club — they wait at turns and regroup, so you can't get dropped.
- New to running? Beginner-friendly clubs and run-walk groups start easy and build up over weeks.
- On a budget? Most community group runs are free — just show up. Paid clubs usually add coaching or a structured training plan.
- Want a certain vibe? Filter above for women's, social, brewery, trail or youth, and always check a club's own page for the current meeting day, time and start spot before your first run.