Designed for runners seeking a supportive group atmosphere with scheduled meet ups, access to a cadre of coaches, and who want to have a little fun too, the Pacers Distance Training Program is a great way to get in shape, stay in shape, or make a commitment to a goal event.

The Pacers Distance Training Program is a year round program that you can start at any time. Designed around the philosophies of famed Coach Matt Centrowitz, the program offers a structured yet flexible training schedule with access to enthusiastic coaches and opportunities to meet and run with other runners your speed.

Several “Pacers Racers”, as we lovingly refer to our participants, have had great success with the program, many completing their first distance events while others have broken elusive time barriers.

If you are looking for a supportive team atmosphere with fun people and a commitment to your success, the Pacers Distance Training Program is a must!

We offer workouts in both Arlington and Washington, DC. Choose the track workout and long run that best fits your schedule. Can’t make a workout? No problem. Our coaches send out weekly e-mails detailing workouts and training guidelines.

Maintenance Runs
In addition to the Pacers Distance Training Program scheduled practices, participants are encouraged to get their maintenance runs in during our fun runs (26 options/week).

Coach Office Hours
Coaches will have office hours twice weekly in addition to practices where they will be available via phone, in person, or e-mail to answer any running questions you have. Check with your coaches for schedules.

Abilities
“Distance” means different things to different people. Maybe you are looking to run/walk your first 5K, better your time in the half, or tackle a marathon or ultramarathon. Regardless of your fitness levels or goals, our program is designed to meet the expectations and needs of all levels of athletes.

New Runners
Be assured you will have company and a supportive coaching staff to get you started on your road to fitness!

Fees
Pacers Distance Program is $150/season (March through October). You may join at any time for $150.

Benefits

• Structured training programs and organized workouts and runs by your enthusiastic and dedicated coaching staff
• Access to special sales, events, and seminars at Pacers Running Stores
• Access to most sold out Pacers Races (see coach for details)
• Brooks training tee
• Invitation to special Pacers VIP tent at Marine Corps Marathon

How Do I Start?
We suggest new or interested participants to attend a practice before making a commitment. Please contact bridget@runpacers.com prior to a practice so she can alert the coach. Once you have made a commitment, we will have your register and submit payment at that time.

Bridget Bowers Program Director/Coach

Bridget Bowers is an assistant coach of the American University cross country and track programs. She holds a Master of Science in Health and Fitness Management and Health Promotion from American University, is a USATF-certified Level 1 coach, and a certified strength and conditioning specialist. Bridget leads the Wednesday night track workouts in Arlington and the Sunday long runs in Arlington.

Zac Andereck Coach

Zac Andereck is an accomplished distance runner and triathlete. Zac is a USATF trained coach and is also the lead assistant coach on for the womens Pacers Racing Team squad. Zac leads the Monday night tempo runs.

Chris Daggett-Rowzee Assistant Coach

Chris Daggett has been a coach for over five years, several of those years spent with the AIDS Marathon program in Chicago, IL. Chris is known for his patience and enthusiasm for his athletes. Chris leads the Wednesday night track workouts in DC.

Kayla Nicolay Assistant Coach

Running the streets of DC for over 16 years, Kayla has spent the last several years coaching various distance training programs with Pacers and DC Road Runners. In addition to coaching, she leads several popular fun runs for Pacers Running Stores. Kayla leads the Saturday long runs in DC as well as the AM fun runs in Logan Circle.

Matt Centrowitz Consultant

Matt Centrowitz has coached for over 20 years; the last ten as head coach of the American University cross country and track programs. He was named Mid-Atlantic Coach of the Year in 2005 and is a 9-time Patriot League Coach of the Year. In addition to his many collegiate coaching accolades, Coach Centrowitz has proven himself a top mentor of post-collegiate runners, including the development of three Olympians, nine sub-4 minute milers, and innumerable national rankings, Olympic and World Trials qualifiers, and personal records. Coach Matt is also the head coach of the Pacers Racing Team.