SVR Spring 5K and 10K Training Program

The Shenandoah Valley Runners (SVR) is excited to open registration for our Spring 5K and 10K Training Program training program in Front Royal, targeting the Front Royal Kiwanis 5K on May 16, 2026. This will be a 10-week program beginning on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Weekly track workouts and group runs will occur in Front Royal. You are welcome to participate in the program even if you are preparing for a different spring race. The training program runs rain or shine with few exceptions. The program is open to any healthy adult at virtually any level of athletic ability. There is no speed requirement and all paces are welcome. We welcome newcomers to the running community, however if you have not run before, we recommend consulting with your physician prior to beginning this training program. You must be a member of SVR to participate in the training program. If you are not currently a member, or need to renew an expired membership, you can complete the necessary steps here: SVR Membership Information . The training program cost is $10. This does not include registration in the Front Royal Kiwanis 5K (or any other race). You select and register for a race on your own. The training program will include: 1:1 consultation session with program coach to start the program Experience-based daily training schedule Track workouts every Tuesday at 6:30p.m. (beginning March 10) at the track behind Health Department in Front Royal at 465 W 15 Street Front Royal, VA 22630 Paced group run every Saturday morning at 8:00a.m. in Front Royal or at nearby parks. Members-only group chat for on-the-go advice, photo sharing, and community support. Weekly emails from the coach with training tips for injury prevention, shoe fitting and pronation testing, weather-appropriate gear advice, stride correction and agility, and nutrition and hydration management. Stretching and warm-up tips during training. Training program is limited to 25 participants. Registration will close when program r