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Running Clubs in Seattle: A Local Guide

Seattle has 10 running clubs and group runs in our directory — enough that whatever you’re after, from an easy social jog to a marathon build-up, there’s a group for it here. The scene leans toward 3 social & fun-run crews, 2 beginner-friendly clubs, 2 track & speed groups and 1 trail groups.

Most of these crews meet somewhere social and easy to find — a running store, a brewery or taproom, a park, a track, or a coffee shop — and set off together at a set day and time each week. The great majority of community group runs in Seattle are free; you simply turn up. And if you’re worried about being too slow, don’t be: plenty of Seattle clubs run at all paces or “no-drop,” meaning nobody gets left behind.

10 clubs in the directory · 3 social & fun-run crews · 6 RRCA-affiliated · updated 2026

Clubs to start with in Seattle

A few of the most established and best-loved group runs in town — a good place to begin, whatever your pace.

Girls on the Run Puget Sound

5 ★★★★★ 3 reviews

13280 Linden Ave N #101, Seattle, WA

All pacesWomen'sYouth

Cascade Run Club Seattle

5 ★★★★★ 2 reviews

7210 East Green Lake Dr N, Seattle, WA

FreeBeginner-friendly

Seattle Green Lake Running Group

Cost varies · on meetup

Seattle, WA

All pacesBeginner-friendlyTrail

The Seattle running scene by type

Whatever kind of running you’re into, there’s likely a Seattle group for it:

Not sure which fits? Our guide to choosing the right running club walks through social vs competitive, pace groups, and how to trial one before you commit.

New to group running in Seattle?

If you’ve never joined a club before, the worry is almost always the same — am I too slow? You’re not. Start with a beginner-friendly or no-drop club, message them first, and pick the slightly slower pace group on your first run. Our beginner’s guides cover the rest: how to find a club, joining as a beginner, and what to expect at your first group run.

What local runners say

Cascade Run Clun demonstrates the community vibe that a runner seek and should have in their lives. Whether you’re new to running or looking to make the Boston mark, this running group will help you reach your goals. They’ve got three amazing groups in Snohomish County, Seattle, and then on the Eastside (Redmond).

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