Join us as we prepare for the legendary Santa Cruz Trail Run by tackling some of the most scenic trails in the region. Together, we’ll build strength, endurance, trail confidence, and lasting connections with a community of runners who share a passion for adventure and the outdoors. Whether you’re racing or simply looking to elevate your trail running experience, this is your place to train, explore, and thrive.
This season, take your running to the next level with our Trailblazer Trail Training Program! Designed with the Santa Cruz Trail Race in mind, this 12-week journey will prepare you for the climbs, descents, and rugged beauty of race day while helping you become a stronger, more confident trail runner every step of the way.
2026 Summer Season
Season: June 3rd to August 22nd | Goal Race: Santa Cruz Trail Race on August 22nd
Times and Locations:
Our Training meets on Wednesdays at 6:00 - 7:30 pm (MPC Track) and Saturdays at 8:00 AM (Locations - TBD)
Details:
The program is a 12-week structured training plan designed to build strength, endurance, and confidence on the trails. It will run from June 3rd through August 22nd, leading into the Santa Cruz Trail Run as the goal race, with a focus on the half marathon distance. While the program is built to prepare athletes for race day, it is also designed for trail-running enthusiasts who may not have a specific goal race but want consistent training, community, and time on the trails. Specific run locations and routes will be shared prior to each session so athletes can come prepared and ready to enjoy every mile.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to amber.melville@fleetfeet.com.
Prerequisites: 12 week 10k training plan: Be able run 2-3 miles consecutively (interval or ru n/walk method is a-okay) and have a base mileage of 4-6 miles weekly.
Benefits you receive as a member of this program include:
- Exclusive Shopping experiences with a discount
- Access to an exclusive WhatsApp for trainees
- Workshops and clinics throughout the program on nutrition, hydration and injury prevention
- AND MORE
Registration Details
No refunds after the first day of training.
Training fee does not include any race entry fee.
Any questions, please contact amber.melville@fleetfeet.com.
Trailblazers Trail Training Program
Program Start: June 3rd
Program Schedule: 12 weeks
Goal Race:
Santa Cruz Trail Run
Program Fee: $190
Description: This program will help you get to know the local trails in the area and confidently tackle race day! With this program you will get two in-person coached meetups a week, one on Wednesday night and one of Saturday mornings. You will receive weekly emails with your workouts as well as the locations for your Saturday morning meetups as they will change every week dependent on what local trail you will be visiting that week.
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