Ocean Running Club Gear Store
THE ORC STORE IS OPENING SOON! đď¸ Gear up for the miles ahead! Weâve added cold-weather running apparel to help keep you warm, comfortable, and moving as you chase your spring distance goals. đââď¸đââď¸ Train smart. Stay warm. Run strong. Stay tuned for launch details!
Welcome to The Ocean Running Club
The Ocean Running Club offers three key benefits for running enthusiasts. Firstly, it provides a supportive and inclusive community of fellow runners, fostering friendships and a sense of belonging. Secondly, the club organizes group runs and training sessions, allowing members to run alongside others, explore new routes, and benefit from the motivation and camaraderie of running in a group. Lastly, being part of the club grants access to races, events, and workshops, offering opportunities for personal growth, goal-setting, and learning from experienced runners. Overall, joining the Ocean Running Club enhances your running experience through community support, group running opportunities, and access to events and resources.
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Benefits of Joining Our Club
- Access to races, events, and workshops.
- A supportive and inclusive community of fellow runners.
- Member organized group runs and training sessions.
- Helps you get motivated and builds camaraderie of running in a group.
- Opportunities for personal growth, goal setting, and learning from experienced runners.
Meet Up for a Group Run
Group meet running are group runs organized by members, which offer the opportunity to explore new routes and discover scenic locations while enjoying the company of fellow runners. They are throughout Ocean County.
Running with a group provides a sense of accountability and motivation. When you commit to meeting up with a group, you’re more likely to stick to your running routine and stay consistent with your training.
2024 Ocean Running Club’s Summer Series
Join us for the 2024 ORC Summer Series starting on Tuesday, June 25th, and continuing on July 2nd, 9th, with the final event on July 16th.
Schedule:
- Kidsâ Races: 1-mile and 1/2-mile races begin promptly at 6:30 PM.
- 5K Race: Open to all ages and paces, starting immediately after the kidsâ [âŚ]
Valor 5K
Valor 5K huge success the volunteers from Ocean Running Club were out in force. We ran the registration table like a well oiled machine. The turnout was amazing they have an awesome one mile run, with our own Lori Ditzelâs son finishing 2nd. The course is all on the boardwalk [âŚ]
Ocean Gate 5K
Knight Fitness is honored to chair the 2024 Ocean Gate 5K.
Mark your calendars, July 6th, 2024 .
Race sign up to come!
OPEN CLUB MEETING REMINDER !!!
Ocean Running Clubs will hold its General Meeting on December 7 at 6:30PM at RaodRunner Sports in Shrewsbury. All members and non-members are invited.  Shopping incentive will be 10% off any purchase, and 20% for VIPs. Plus, there will be FREE SHOE RAFFLE and Jersey Mikeâs subs.
Chilly Cheeks 5K
BIG NEWS + COLD CHEEKS ALERT You spokeâand we listened. As many of you know, the trail conditions at Winding River Park are no longer the safest option for runners. Looking ahead to 2026, weâre excited to officially announce a NEW HOME for the ORC Summer Series: The Barnegat Rail Trail, starting at Hebrew Park in Lacey! But why wait until summer to check it out? Introducing the Chilly Cheeks Summer Series Preview Run A summer course⌠in the middle of winter! This is NOT a raceâjust a fun, social run to get familiar with the new route and enjoy miles with friends. Choose your [...]
ORC HATS
  ORC Gear Check Weâre ARE ordering Ocean Running Club BOCO running hats, the deadline to reserve your hat is 1/4/2026 Cost is $20 per hat Order will be placed Monday AM you can reserve a hat by emailing us at oceanrunningclub13@gmail.com no later than Sunday 1/4
Become an ORC member or Renewing membership instructions
 How to Join ORC as a New Member Open the ORC RunSignUp pageCLICK HERE FOR RUNSIGNUP Sign In or Create an Account If you already have a RunSignUp account, click Sign In at the top. If not, choose New User? Sign Up and follow the prompts to create one. Click the âSign Upâ Button under the membership type you want (Individual or Family). Choose Your Membership Level & Duration Pick Individual or Family. Confirm the membership period (e.g., through 12/31/2026). Confirm Your Account DetailsRunSignUp will ask which account youâre buying the membership under â make sure your email and name [...]
Polar Bear 5K
ORC Runners Shine at the Polar Bear Races Ocean Running Club runners braved the chill and delivered strong performances on the iconic Asbury Park Boardwalk at the 62nd Annual Asbury Park Polar Bear Races, sponsored by the Shore Athletic Club. Originally scheduled for December 27, 2024, the race was postponed due to a winter stormâbut the reschedule didnât cool off the competition. ORC had an impressive showing in the 5K, with several age group winners: Peter Foytlin (21:05.82) â 1st, 50â54 John Delaney (20:42.61) â 1st, 55â59 Brian Hanlon (21:17.18) â 1st, 60â64 Larry Perlberg (26:29.34) â 1st, 70â74 Not [...]
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