Fall Half & Full Marathon Training

Take Your Running To The Next Level

Ready to test your endurance and take your running to the next level?  Fleet Feet Running Club - Montclair has two programs to offer supporting the running community whether you are racing your first half OR your first full marathon ... or, if you are a seasoned endurance runner who wants to bust through your plateau.  Choose the distance that works best for you and we'll support you throughout your journey.

HALF MARATHON TRAINING: September 4th thru November 6th

The 10-week Half Marathon Training Program prepares runners for their first endurance event and helps seasoned racers meet a new performance goal. Get ready to be trained, educated, and moved to successfully and comfortably cross the 13.1 mile finish line. Training will start with a distance of 4 miles and build up over the course of the program.

We're renting a bus to take class participants to and from the goal race with lots of fun and shenanigans as we traverse Washington Crossing Historic State Park!

GOAL EVENT  

Fleet Feet's 2018 Fall Half Marathon Training gears you up for the DELAWARE CANAL HALF MARATHON in Washington Crossing, PA, part of the Bucks County Marathon Series.

Race Day:  Saturday, November 10, 2018  

WORKOUT TIMES | LOCATIONS 

Training Months September - October 

• Kick Off Info Meeting:  
  • Tuesday, August 28th - 7:00pm, Fleet Feet Montclair  
• Class will NOT BE HELD on Labor Day weekend, Saturday, September 1st.
• First Interval Training for Registered Participants:  
  • Tuesday, September 4th, 6:30pm, Fleet Feet Montclair
    
• First Long Run Training for Registered Participants:
  • Saturday, September 8th, 7:30am, Fleet Feet Montclair

Two Weekly Training Sessions

• Short Runs & Interval Training*
  • Tuesdays, 6:30pm, Fleet Feet Montclair
    

• Longer Training Runs
  • Saturdays, 7:30am, Fleet Feet Montclair

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• Written beginner and intermediate training schedules
• Coached group training sessions
• 10% off all purchases throughout program
• Educational seminars TBD
• Technical training shirt
• Energy replacement and water at workouts
• Weekly informational e-mail updates and training information
• Private Facebook page
• Race day transportation (included in registration fee)
• Bus snacks and breakfast foods 
• Race day support

SUGGESTED ACTIVITY LEVEL PRIOR TO START OF TRAINING

We strongly suggest that all participants be consistently running three miles comfortably 3-4 days per week for a consecutive 3-month period prior to training kickoff  

REQUIREMENTS

Safety blinking lights and reflective gear are required for all Tuesday night runs.  

REGISTRATION

• Cost:  $210.00*
  • *PROGRAM FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE RACE REGISTRATION
  • *$25 bus transportation fee included in program registration price.  Bathroom on bus.
  • No refunds after program start date

IMPORTANT RACE LOGISTICS

• Delaware Canal Half Marathon - Saturday, November 10th, Washington Crossing, PA at 10:00am (approx. 90 minutes from Fleet Feet)

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2017 FALL HALF MARATHON GRADUATES!

WHAT PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING

 "When I decided to do my first half marathon I knew my best option was doing Fleet Feet’s training program.  I did their 10k program and loved it, so it seemed only appropriate to continue on my journey with them.  Their coaches an mentors are very knowledgeable and great role models! They made my first half marathon experience one I would never forget!   Training with them week to week and then having them support us during our race was extremely helpful!  I really couldn’t have accomplished my goal without them! And to top it all, I have met some amazing people that now I can call my friends. Thanks Fleet Feet for all that you do!" - Liz Castillo, 2017 Fall Half Marathon Training

"Fleet Feet's training programs have changed my life.  I started training with Fleet Feet in 2014 in the 5k No Boundaries class and ran my first half marathon 13 months later, after completing my first half marathon training program with Fleet Feet.  I have run 5 half marathons (as well as many other races) and trained with Fleet Feet for all of them.  The coaches, their support and knowledge are second to none.  You become a part of their community.  

My latest class that culminated with the Delaware Canal Half Marathon in November '17, I set a new personal record and have seen my half marathon pace go from 10+ minutes to almost 9 minutes per mile.  Not bad less than a month after turning 50.  I could not have done it without Fleet Feet and look forward to the next class." -Joe Peda, 2017 Fall Fall Marathon Training

"First of all, thanks for coming out to support us on race day. It was really encouraging to see you cheering us on. I really needed it on the last mile too. Secondly, thanks for the past few months. This program was pretty much exactly what I was hoping for. I'm so glad I joined. You guys did a great job. I loved your enthusiasm." - Brian L. 2013 Fall Half Marathon Participant

"Thanks for another great training program. I did well by my personal standards. I am finally below the 11 minute mile mark! Thank you again for your programs. You guys are awesome coaches. I can't believe I have improved from a 12:48 minute mile when I ran the Long Branch half marathon in 2012 before joining the half marathon training program that fall for Philly half marathon where I ran 11:21 minute miles. Then, I joined the spring half marathon training program, 2 speed training programs, and this fall half marathon training program.  My pace dropped to 11:13 minute per mile at the Staten Island half marathon and then 10:49 at Trenton! This may be slow for my age level but my legs have become stronger. I am proud to say I am 44 and a mother of 2 boys and was never a runner." - Doinks, 2013 Fall Half Marathon Training Program

 "I never thought I would run a half marathon. Never. I was "satisfied with running 3 miles each time I went out. Then one day I had a friend who talked me into doing a half marathon. I had no clue how I was going to do it until I saw a flyer for this training program at Fleet Feet. I didn't know a soul when I started but by the time I was done I came away with a great group of friends, tons of knowledge, and the ability to RUN 13.1 MILES WITHOUT STOPPING!! Definitely worth it. Thanks Fleet Feet!!!" - Tanya Marks, 2011 Spring Half Marathon Training