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The Culture Athletics Group Training Program

SPRING TRAINING REGISTRATION NOW LIVE

Our SPRING training blocks are starting now!
Register for either our standard Group Training Membership or Advanced Coaching Program.

Here's the start dates for some of the most popular races this season, but we have training plans for any race/distance you're training for.

Chilly Half

MAR 1, 2026
TWO LEVELS
12 WEEKS: Dec 8th Start

Around the Bay

APR 12, 2026
TWO LEVELS
12 WEEKS: Jan 12th Start

BOSTON

APR 20, 2026
TWO LEVELS
16 WEEKS: Dec 30th Start

TORONTO + GEORGINA

MAY 3, 2026
THREE LEVELS FULL + INTRO HALF
16 WEEKS: Jan 12th Start
INTER + ADV HALF
12 WEEKS: Feb 9th Start

SPORTING LIFE 10K

MAY 12, 2026
TWO LEVELS
8 WEEKS: Mar 16th Start

OTTAWA

MAY 24, 2026
THREE LEVELS FULL + INTRO HALF
16 WEEKS: Feb 2nd Start
INTER + ADV HALF
12 WEEKS: Mar 2nd Start

THERE IS MORE TO RUNNING THAN JUST RUNNING.

Going beyond the essentials, we take a holistic approach to athletic development.
Our program places emphasis on form, power and the mental aspects of running to bring out the best in our athletes. That is why our program offers so much more than just weekly in-person workouts.

What's included

With the guidance of our experienced coaches, our program consists of...

  • Comprehensive training calendars
  • Weekly strength and drills sessions
  • Weekly tempo runs + speed workouts (track work/intervals/hills)
  • Weekly long runs
  • TONS of social events
  • 10% discount at the shop*
  • 25% discount off all Culture Athletics branded gear

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

TUES 6:00am - Virtual full-body Circuit

  • Video recording shared afterward

WED 6:30pm - Group Threshold Workout (intervals, track work, hills, etc.)

  • Outdoor workout locations vary each week, but all are located in the eastend of Toronto.
  • Most common locations include: Riverdale Park Track, Carlaw & Lakeshore, Tommy Thompson Park, Pottery Road
  • Indoor track sessions at Monarch Park run from January to end of March. The cost of the track is included in your membership.

SAT 8:00am - Tempo/Threshold Run

  • Start/finish at the shop (972 Queen St E)

SUN 8:00am - Long Run

  • Start/finish at the shop (972 Queen St E)

All sessions are led by our experienced and friendly training staff.

HARD WORK -- IT'S BETTER WITH FRIENDS

At Culture Athletics we believe that hard work, inspiration, and improvement is best shared with others. That's why the social nature of running is at the centre of our program. Our diverse community is inviting and supportive -- and does an awesome job in bringing out the best in each other.

"It's not supposed to be easy, but it is supposed to be fun." 

This is our central tenet and we live it through and through.

SUITABLE FOR MOST SKILLS + EXPERIENCES

We pride ourselves on the diverse types of runners in our community! 
We've got some members running their first races, we've got others running 2:45 marathons -- and everything inbetween!

Upon joining the group, our in-take process ensures you’re assigned to the right program/group to meet your fitness level and running goals.

Beginner to advanced, we've got you covered

New runners

Looking to finish your first 10km?
We can get you there! Our inviting community and experienced coaches will give you the structure, tools and motivation to reach your goals.

Experienced runners

Looking to hit a new PB?
Our Head Coach, Seanna Robinson has been working with high-level athletes for decades and seen exceptional success. Whatever your goals, we can get you there.

Social Runners

Are you a casual or social runner? Fitness omnivore looking to spice up your fitness routine? Our group workouts are an amazing way to hone your skills as a runner and get motivated by those around you.

NOTICE: BRAND NEW RUNNERS

We recommend that you can run for approximately 5km (at any speed) before joining the program. If you are still building up to 5km, here's a great couch to 5km program from Runner's World we highly recommend. Also please shoot us an email at training@cultureathletics.com and we'll be able to best advise on when you should join the group!

IT SHOULDN'T BE EASY,
BUT IT SHOULD BE FUN.

Members get in-store discounts

25% OFF CULTURE ATHLETICS GEAR*

All GT members get 25% off Culture Athletics branded gear. That includes all Culture singlets, tees, hoodies, hats, etc.*

10% OFF EVERYTHING ELSE**

We take care of our crew -- so all GT members get 10% off essentally everything else (some exceptions apply).**

DISCOUNT FINE PRINT

GT membership disounts cannot be combined with any other promotions or discounts.
10% discount can be applied to all clearance product (including Culture brand gear).
GT discounts are for members only and do not apply to gifts or product purchased for non-members.
* Some exceptions may apply, but this would be very rare.
** Excludes watches and select limited release products.

Still have questions?

Shoot us an email!