Running

Find fun on the run by joining a running class or group and enjoy the social support and camaraderie of training with others under the experienced eyes and support of professional coaches.

Location, Location, Location
The Twin Cities has fantastic running and has been ranked by Runners World magazine as high as second in the country for running. And the YWCA of Minneapolis' three sites taps some of the best running the Twin Cities has to offer. Midtown has easy access to the Greenway path leading to the Mississippi River Road trails or Uptown, Uptown is right on the Greenway and only a couple blocks from Lake of the Isles and Lake Calhoun, and Downtown quickly gets you out of the city through Loring Park to the Cedar Lake-Kenilworth trail.

Run
Cross-town Roll or Run Social
Join us at Uptown for a monthly Cross-town Run or Roll Social. There will always be two groups (one running and one cycling). Each group will determine their own route, distance and speed. No one gets left behind!

There is no registration. Free for members.

First Saturday of the month
June 6, July 11*, August 1
Meet at 9:00 am (leave 9:30 am SHARP)
*Moved to the second Saturday due to the Independence holiday

Member Open Runs
Formerly known as Group Runs, Member Open Runs are led by a certified trainer and accommodate various skill levels of running. Runners can plan to do 4-10 miles at their own pace. All runs are free and open to members. No registration is required.

DAY	TIME	LOCATION
Tuesday	6:00am	MT - Mpls. Sports Center Indoor Track
SKILL LEVEL: All - Indoor track workout
Wednesday	6:00pm	Uptown - Outdoor Run
SKILL LEVEL: All - 3-10 mile outdoor run
Thursday	6:00am	Midtown - Outdoor Run
SKILL LEVEL: All - 4-10 mile outdoor run

In the event of poor weather, runs will take place indoors. If you are unsure about weather conditions, contact the location for an update on class cancellation or facility closure.

Minneapolis Sports Center (MSC) Track
The MSC gives you the opportunity to run in a safe and climate-controlled environment. Choose from eight lanes of 200 meters. Free parking is available.

Upper Track Open - For Walkers/Runners
Open during building hours
MSC entrance is located on the second floor past Kids Fit Gym.

Lower Track - For Runners Only
Monday - Friday: 5:45-8:00 am
Sunday^*: 7:30-8:30 am
^*Some Sundays the lower track may be closed for rentals. Signage will be posted. MSC entrance is located on the main floor past the basketball gym.

Come Run with Team YES!
Team Ortho-Minneapolis Marathon
Sunday May 31, 2009

The race starts at The Depot and follows a beautiful route along the Mississippi River to the Minnesota River.

Choose your distance: marathon, Half marathon or 5K
MSC entrance is located on the second floor past Kids Fit Gym.

Register with YWCA Team YES! And join us at hospitality tent with water and light snacks!
For information and to register visit www.teamortho.us/Minneapolis_Marathon

Contact

For questions about the YWCA Endurance Sports program, contact:

Quiana Perkins 612-215-4217