RSO - Running Club

UMass Club Running (hereby referred to as UMCR) provides a space for runners of UMass Amherst to connect, train, and compete athletically. UMCR is a registered student organization (RSO) that is independently maintained by group-elected student leaders. The group competes in both intercollegiate competitions as part of the National Intercollegiate Running Club Association (NIRCA), as well as enters local competitive races/meets. Additionally, the club actively works towards ability inclusion - both conditioning advanced athletes and nurturing new ones.

UMass Club Running competes in NIRCA (the National Intercollegiate Running Club Association) against other schools in MA and the Northeast. We host 4pm practices during the week, but all practices are optional. We have variety of skill levels on our team: if you’re just looking for some exercise, we have plenty of casual runners; if you’re hoping to continue with a high school or college style training plan, we can help you develop a mileage and workout schedule. If you want to run with us, we want to run with you!

Sprinters and distance runners both welcome. Cross country season runs from early September to late November. Track meets begin in December and occur throughout the winter and spring. Road races happen throughout the winter, spring, and summer. Or you can just join for fun!

If you have any questions, email us: running@umass.edu or look to our website

Check out our instagram @umassclubrunning and join the strava group

We're most active on Instagram, so stay tuned and follow for updates!