HARRA encourages all of its affiliated clubs to join the RRCA and support grass roots running and the RRCA programs.
AL LAWRENCE RUNNING CLUB
Drew Prisner
P.O. Box 41749
Houston, TX 77241
dprisner@phonoscope.net
Primary Location: Greater Houston
Approximate Membership: 150
Philosophy: To promote running at all levels. We have monthly social
meetings, fun runs, trail runs, parties.
Club Runs: Many members have track workouts at Memorial Park track
on Monday and Wednesday evenings; Long runs on Saturday mornings
from Memorial Park.
Race Management: Bayou Bash Relay, Bellaire Trolley Run 5K |
BAY AREA RUNNING CLUB
Carwyn Sharp
2427 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
(281) 480-5388
jecarey@sbcglobal.net
Primary Location: Greater Clear Lake/Pasadena
Approximate Membership: 200
Philosophy: Running is for the masses, not just the fast.
Club Runs: Tuesday Night: Speed
Workout at Clear Lake Track; Thursday Night: Kemah Bridge Repeats;
Sunday Mornings: Long Run at Seabrook Trails.
Race Management: USA 10 Miler, staffs many Clear Lake road races,
hosts annual Lunar Rendezvous Run at JSC in July, Resurrection Run
at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Summer Kickoff Run in League City,
and Maribelle's 5K By the Bay in Seabrook. |
BAYOU CITY ROAD RUNNERS
Joe Sellers
P.O. Box 925534
Houston, TX 77292
(713) 968-YRUN
info@bcrr.org
Primary Location: Greater Houston
Approximate Membership: 300
Philosophy: To promote fitness for runners of all abilities, from
beginners to experienced marathoners while at the same time providing
a stimulating social life...ski trips, out of town race trips, international
marathon trips, parties, happy hours, etc.
Club Runs: Runs from Memorial Park every weekend. Fun runs every
Wednesday evening at Rice University. |
BRAZOSPORT AREA ROAD RUNNERS ASSOCIATION
Tony Moody
P.O. Box 162
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
(409) 265-3000
BARRA@brazosport.edu
Primary Location: Lake Jackson
Approximate Membership: 100
Philosophy: To promote health and fitness through competitive and
recreational running.
Club Runs: Saturday 7:00 a.m. training runs from Dow Federal Credit
Union; Wednesday mornings, 5:30 a.m. track workouts at Brazoswood
High School track. Sponsors the Firecracker 4. Advises and volunteers
at most Lake Jackson area races. |
CLEAR LAKE FITNESS CLUB
Linda Riviera
P.O. Box 890714
Houston, TX 77289-0714
(713) 608-0679
president@runclearlake.org
Primary Location: Greater Clear Lake Area
Approximate Membership: 150
Philosophy: To promote long-distance running and walking as the
core of a healthy lifestyle.
Club Runs: Saturday morning long runs from Clear Lake Park during
the Houston Marathon training season, various other locations at
other times. Very active running non-competitive races locally and
nationally. |
FINISH
LINE SPORTS RUNNING CLUB
Andy Stewart
13895 Southwest Freeway
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 242-7700
andystewart@bigplanet.com
Primary Location: Sugar Land and Fort Bend County
Approximate Membership: 200
Philosophy: To promote the sport and maintain fitness. Dozens of
members are triathletes, including several Ironman finishers. Club
since 1985.
Club Runs: Track workouts for an additional fee at Clements track,
Hwy 6 South at Voss on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm.
Race Management: Lakes of Williams Ranch 30K Run |
FIRST COLONY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Megan Phelan
4350 Austin Parkway
Sugar Land, Texas 77479
(281) 634-9555
(281) 634-9515 Fax
meganp@firstcolony.org
Primary Location: Fort Bend County
Philosophy: To promote running at all levels through providing race
management for two annual 5k races.
Race Management: Freedom 5K, Fired Up 5K |
FORT BEND FIT
More information soon!
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GALLOWAY
HOUSTON
Charles & Tina Deeds
(281)795-5253
cadeed@sbcglobal.net
Primary Location: Greater Houston
Philosophy: Jeff's injury-free training principles have been used
successfully by hundreds of thousands of runners of all abilities,
including beginners.
Club Runs: Training runs ending for several goal marathons. |
GULF COAST RUNNING CLUB
Chuck Bach
207 Sunset Ridge Dr
League City, TX 77573
(281) 384-0611
info@txgcrc.org
Primary Location: Greater Clear Lake/League City
Approximate Membership: 200
Philosophy: To promote good health through running and walking. Various
programs from 5K to marathon. All levels welcome.
Motto: Getting you to your next finish line.
Club Runs: Saturdays at 7:00 a.m. from Clear Creek High School Ninth
Grade Center. |
HOUSTON
HARRIERS
Hersh Levitt
4019 Southwestern
Houston, TX 77005
713-661-0211
hershlev@aol.com
Primary Location: Greater Houston (many members live near Memorial
Park).
Approximate Membership: 100
Philosophy: Established in 1975 by collegiate track runners to put
together team(s) for local and national competition in track, road
races, and cross country.
Club Runs: Loosely organized, often running from the Tennis Center
at Memorial Park. Otherwise, track workouts twice a week or hill
training along Buffalo Bayou/Allen Parkway.
Race Management: Buffalo Wallow XC 6K |
HOUSTON
MASTER SPORTS ASSOCIATION
Tom McBrayer
P.O. Box 667190
Houston, TX 77266-7190
(713) 523-5679
mametm@sbcglobal.net
Primary Location: Greater Houston
Approximate Membership: 100
Philosophy: We stress participation over competition, and welcome
all ages and levels of running.
Club Runs: Training runs Saturday at 6:00 a.m. from Memorial Park
Tennis Center.
Race Management: Houston Marathon Warmup Series HMSA Classical 25K
and Relay |
HOUSTON
STRIDERS
Whitney LaRocca
P.O. Box 721405
Houston, TX 77272-1405
(713) 797-8601
kw2121@sbcglobal.net
Primary Location: Greater Houston
Approximate Membership: 700+
Philosophy: Promotes running for fun and fitness. Our club is made
up of runners, joggers, walkers, cyclists and volunteers of all ages
and from all walks of life. The club provides information to support
new and experienced runners in their fitness and training. Lots of
organized training and activities for members. Club run every Wednesday
at 7pm, all are invited. Club runs in West Memorial most days of
the week (contact texassheps@aol.com for
further information).
Race Management:Houston Marathon Warmup Series Koala/Luke’s
Half Marathon and Relay |
IN
FLIGHT RUNNING
Michael Merlino / Duval Ruiz
1302 Waugh Drive PMB 267
Houston, TX 77019-3908
(713) 523-2577
info@inflightrunning.com
Primary Location: Greater Houston area
Approximate Membership: 100+ and growing
Philosophy: "Take your running to new heights" TM
Who doesn't want to be faster? Whether you are a beginner or experienced
runner our focus is always on improving your running and reducing
your risk of injury. We take a holistic approach to running by
including coaching on resistance training, cross training, sports
nutrition and injury prevention.
Club Runs: Our annual marathon/half marathon program runs from July
1 - mid January. Group runs are held at 6:00 am on Wednesdays and
Saturdays. See website for more info.
Race Management: Assist the Downtown YMCA with race management for
the annual Jingle Bell Run. |
THE
KENYAN WAY
Sean Wade
4303 Floyd
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 864-8872
kenyanway@prodigy.net |
MEMORIAL
PARK RUNNING CLUB
Daniel Cousins
Joann Wheeler
115 Pacific #3
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 526-7461
claycousins@sysim.net
jaw@gregorycook.com
Approximate Membership: 45
Philosophy: To encourage fitness for runners of all abilities and
to promote a healthy, athletic lifestyle along with a fun social
environment. |
PEARLAND
AREA RUNNERS CLUB
John Mohr
P.O. Box 325
Manvel, TX 77578
281-489-3869
pearlandarearunnersclub@yahoo.com
Primary Location: Pearland (South of Houston)
Approximate Membership: 50
Philosophy: To promote running and walking for fitness and fun.
Our members range from recreational exercisers to competitive athletes
and we welcome all fitness levels. Our club offers training support
and nutrition education to help our members achieve their goals,
whether it is to run their first 5K or qualify for Boston.
Club Runs: Weekly Saturday morning runs/walks with suggested routes
(short and longer routes available each week), weekday club runs
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 am and 7 pm, social events, and quarterly
meetings. |
PTI
AMERICA
Dr. Christopher Rampacek
4444 Cullen #1301
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 748-8686
pti@houston.rr.com
Primary Location: Greater Houston |
RUNNERS
HIGH CLUB
Gary Mulvihill
6304 Haskell B
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 868-4927
train@runnershighclub.com |
TEAM
IN TRAINING
Leslie Williams
5005 Mitchelldale Suite 115
Houston, Texas 77092
(713) 680-8088
Leslie.Williams@lls.org
Primary Location: 6 different training locations throughout the
Greater Houston area
Approximate Membership: 300+ per season
Philosophy: To increase funding to support The Leukemia & Lymphoma
Society's mission while promoting fitness and healthy lifestyles
in an encouraging group atmosphere. The Society's Mission: Cure leukemia,
lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality
of life of patients and their families. Run for a reason and have
the experience of a lifetime.
Club Runs: Every Saturday morning and one weeknight group workout.
Comprehensive training program provided for all fitness levels --
from absolute beginners to more experienced athletes. Runners and
walkers welcome. |
TERLINGUA
TRACK CLUB
Alex Galbraith
207 Broad Oaks Circle
Houston, TX 77056
(713) 621-3547
alextgalbraith@comcast.net
Primary Location: Greater Houston
Philosophy: Emphasis on running and racing rather than official
meetings or parties.
Race Management: LP Run |
TORNADOS
RUNNING CLUB
Victor Aguirre
2923 Walnut Springs Dr.
Katy, TX 77449-6208
(281) 578-6140
VAgu767139@aol.com
Primary Location: Greater Houston
Approximate Membership: 100
Philosophy: To enjoy running for its fitness and social opportunities.
Club Runs: Long group training runs on Sundays; Tuesday track workouts;
evening runs at Memorial Park on remaining days.
Race Management for the Cross Country Relay. |
USA
FIT
Debbie Goldberg
5300 Memorial Drive, Suite 515
Houston, TX 77007
(281) 754-4369
info@houstonfit.com
Primary Location: 8 Houston area running and walking training
programs
Approximate Membership: 3000+
Philosophy: To promote fitness in a fun environment through a comprehensive
training program. All ability levels welcome |
THE
WOODLANDS RUNNING CLUB
Tony Allison
P.O. Box 132163
The Woodlands, TX 77393-2163
281-844-3838
President@TheWoodlandsRunningClub.org
Primary Location: The Woodlands
Approximate Membership: 275
Philosophy: To provide regular training sessions for runners of
all abilities, stage road racing events, and support charitable,
civic and parks institutions in our community.
Club Runs: Sunday morning long runs and Wednesday evening track workouts
starting at The Woodlands High School |