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:
- Kids’ 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 kids’ […]
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 Ditzel’s son finishing 2nd. The course is all on the boardwalk […]
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 Mike’s subs.
Recap of the Penguin Pace 5k
Just woke up from a warm nap after this morning’s obnoxiously rude cold race. The cold was rude. Not the race. With a brisk 9 degrees, I lined up to run the Penguin Pace 5K in Wayne, NJ—and I’ll tell you, I truly felt like I was running as a penguin. Definitely a first for me racing in cold that extreme. That made the dress code… let’s call it experimental. The big question: how many layers keep you warm without sacrificing mobility and flow? Well, I went with four long-sleeve tech shirts (three lightweight, one heavy), compression shorts, lightweight long [...]
SAVE THE DATE
SAVE THE DATE Ocean Running ClubSpring Gala & Banquet Please join us for an evening of celebration as we recognize our runners and their accomplishments from the 2025 season. Sunday, May 3, 2026 4:00 - 8:00 PMThe Waterfront RestaurantLacey Township, New Jersey This special evening will bring together Ocean Running Club members and guests for good food, great company, and a chance to reflect on another memorable year of running, community, and achievement. Registration opens February 15, 2026Members are encouraged to watch their email for important updates, registration details, and early access information. More details to follow — we look [...]
Chilly Cheeks POSTPONED
Out of an abundance of caution, we’re postponing the Summer Series Preview Run due to current conditions at Hebrew Park and the Barnegat Rail Trail.Safety comes first—we’ll share a new date as soon as conditions improve. Thanks for understanding
SAVE THE DATE
SAVE THE DATE MARK YOUR CALENDARS! MAY 3, 2026 More info coming soon! MEMBERSHIP REMINDER Don’t miss out—become an ORC member today or renew your membership to keep enjoying all the benefits of Ocean Running Club. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OR RENEW MEMBERSHIP
Chilly Cheeks 5K
BIG NEWS + COLD CHEEKS ALERT You spoke—and 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, we’re 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 race—just a fun, social run to get familiar with the new route and enjoy miles with friends. Choose your [...]
ORC HATS
ORC Gear Check We’re 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
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