Sandia Spring Marathon Training Group
Join us for the first EVER Sandia Spring Marathon Training Group! This in-person training group meets in Rio Rancho and the Northwest Albuquerque area, and runs 14 weeks from Dec 28th 2026 to April 3rd, 2027. It prepares runners for either the full or half marathon distance at the Albuquerque Marathon on April 3rd, or another fine spring race. It is for runners of all levels; from first-time marathoners and half marathoners all the way to advanced racers.
The Albuquerque Marathon-the main target race of the program-is one of the only spring full marathon options anywhere in the state of New Mexico, and offers fast courses of the utmost quality for both a half and full marathon. Learn more about the event HERE
Registration Fees:
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"Early bird" rate through Nov 15th: $165
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Regular rate Nov 16th-Dec 31st: $175
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Late registration Jan 1st- Jan 31st:
$185
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In-person Practices twice weekly; Thursday evenings at 6:00 p.m. and Saturday Mornings at 8:00 a.m. in January and 7:30 a.m. after that.
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Comprehensive 14-week day-by-day training plan
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Weekly informational emails with motivation, tips, and more
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Separate pace groups based on speed and ability, with a group for first-time half and full marathoners all the way to advanced marathoners
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In-store discounts to The Running Hub, including 20% off ANY pair of shoes and 10% off ALL purchases. Additional discounts and giveaways along the way
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A Sandia Spring Marathon Training Group ASICS Tech Tee ($50 value!!)
Perks:
Run With Rebecca!
Gaynor Train coach Rebecca Schmitt often joins us for long runs on Saturday! Come train with a 2:27 marathoner, the top American at the Berlin Marathon, 6th place finisher at the USATF Marathon National Championships, and a 2028 US Olympic Trials Qualifier!
