“One of the greatest things I’ve learned from running, is the importance of an amazing friend.”
Welcome to the L.A. Leggers!
LA Leggers is one of the largest running and walking clubs in California. We’re a supportive, positive, and uplifting running community that brings out the best in all our members.
We meet in Santa Monica every Saturday morning, right by the iconic pier. Our goal is to get you from the couch to confident. Come join our club to train for a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or full marathon.
If you’re a serious runner on your tenth marathon, a casual runner looking to get fit, or a walker, we have a pace group for you.
Our core season runs from August to March culminating in the LA Marathon, and our members meet year round to connect and train. We support runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.
You will find a friendly and welcoming community to guide you along the way!
Don’t Miss Orientation 2024-25!
If you’re a first-timer or just need a brush up on how the training season works, you’ll want to attend one of the upcoming Orientation sessions.
There are two sessions available, Saturday July 27 and Saturday August 3. You only need to attend one.
At Orientation, we’ll gather in the central plaza of Santa Monica Place where you’ll meet some veteran Leggers and other inspirational figures and get briefed on what’s in store in the season. Next you’ll head over to 1450 Ocean Ave for a “trial mile” where you’ll run or walk at a comfortable pace to find your pace group. Then you’ll get to meet your pace group and your Mentors.
Orientation is an important part of the program so make sure you attend one of the sessions. (But if you can’t make either session, it’s OK, you can still show up for training. And you can join the program at any time while membership is still open.)
Date: July 27 or August 3 (pick one)
Time: 7:30 a.m. to approx. 9:30 a.m.
Location: Meet in the plaza of Santa Monica Place Mall.
395 Santa Monica Pl, Santa Monica
(The plaza is in the center of Level 1 of the mall. Parking at the mall is free for 90 minutes, then $2 for each additional 30 minutes.)
What to Wear: Training gear (for your trial mile)
Opening Day: August 10th
We’ll be kicking off the new season on Saturday, August 10. Mark your calendar!
On Opening Day we’ll assemble at 6:45 a.m. at the usual spot – the lawn of 1450 Ocean Ave. Look for the signs to find your pace group. If you don’t know your pace group, talk to a Mentor and they’ll help you find one.
We’ll have a brief welcome from Board President Jim Doyle and Head Mentor John Flynn, followed by a warm-up stretch and then we’re off! Our first day is an easy two miles. Afterwards, head over to nearby Tongva Park (1615 Ocean, a short walk from 1450 Ocean) to pick up your Leggers shirt.
Date: August 10
Time: 6:45 a.m.
Location: 1045 Ocean Ave.
LA Leggers Online Store Is Now Open!
Stay comfortable and stylish with our hoodies and sweatshirts, made-to-order just for you. Our brand new online store offers casual athletic apparel that’s perfect for walking, or everyday wear in and around LA. Shop now and enjoy the ultimate combination of fashion and function!
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About the LA Leggers
“The Leggers provided me with an opportunity to not only rekindle my running spirit amongst like-hearted friends but perhaps to also start a blaze down a new path and chapter in life’s journey.”
“After relocating to LA, I joined the Leggers seeking a training regime for an upcoming race. What I discovered was a diverse community of connected and passionate runners in one of the most beautiful settings imaginable. Long after my final marathon, I envision lining up early each Saturday morning simply to celebrate another run with my Legger family.”
“I sought a running group with a proven, solid training program, and one that would work for runners of many different levels. I found that with the LA Leggers. I I also found a friendly, caring, welcoming, diverse, and supportive community of runners from all ability levels and walks of life. The experience has exponentially increased my love of running, and I’ve made great friends.”
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“If you want to go fast, go alone; but if you want to go far, go together”
— African proverb
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