261 Club DC Metro
Welcome to the women’s running community, the 261 Fearless Club DC Metro!
Welcome to 261 Fearless Club DC Metro. We invite all women 18 and over to join us regardless of age and running ability. We provide a noncompetitive, nonjudgmental social running club that meets once a week at two active locations on Sundays and Wednesdays for a one-hour running holiday. It’s all about women supporting women to share empowerment and confidence. We play games like tag and relays with much laughter so we get a workout without even realizing it.
We are a DC and surrounding area social running club connected to a global network of women through digital a communication platform, education program and social events. The nonprofit organization, 261 Fearless, Inc., was cofounded by Kathrine Switzer and named after her bib number in the 1967 Boston Marathon. Over the last 58 years, many women have told Kathrine that 261 came to mean fearlessness in the face of adversity.
Find your FEARLESS, and run and laugh with us!
Email us at 261fearlessclubdcmetro@gmail.com for additional information.
Become fearless with 261 Club DC Metro!
We are a female-specific running community that focuses on the fun, social, non-competitive side of running. We provide a safe, friendly and fun environment for women to run together. It’s a great way to get fit and make new friends while you’re at it. Building a community of support is just as important as getting out and moving.
Taking the first step as a new runner/walker can be overwhelming and intimidating. Many women find that a supportive place like our 261 Fearless Club is a great place to start. For more experienced runners, we offer a space where you can complement your own training while you encourage and inspire women new to the sport. Women of all abilities train together, support and encourage each other through running inspired activities and games. It is a revolution of women’s empowerment, allowing fearless women to pass their strength gained through running to others.
Join Our 261 Club Meet Runs!
Experience the 261 effect for yourself by coming to one of our meet runs.
Please email us at 261fearlessclubdcmetro@gmail.com to let us know when you want to attend any group run to try it for free. All you need is a pair of running shoes.
Lorton
Sundays 8AM-9AM (summer) and 9AM-10AM (winter)
Laurel Hill Park Central Green (email to confirm: 261fearlessclubdcmetro@gmail.com)
Sarah, Jill, and Kathleen
Reston
Sundays 3PM-4PM (winter) Sundays 4PM-5PM (summer) and Wednesdays 6M-7PM
Browns Chapel Park (email to confirm: 261fearlessclubdcmetro@gmail.com)
Subrina and Bree
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First 261 Club Meet Run Checklist
A list of important necessities to consider when attending your first 261 run:
Comfortable Clothes
Just wear something you can move freely in, there’s no need for Lycra or technical fabrics. Layers are good so you can take them on or off according to how hot you feel.
Running Shoes
Any brand and any age will do, dig out the sports shoes from the back of the closet. You can invest in a new pair once you’ve got started.
Sports Bra
If you have one; our coaches will be able to advise you if you don’t. In the meantime, just wear the most supportive bra you have and perhaps a tight fitting shirt too to give extra support.
Is it raining?
Bring a waterproof coat and something dry to pull on afterwards.
Is it cold?
Wear a hat and gloves, a light scarf can be a good idea too.
Is it hot and sunny?
Grab a cap, sunglasses, sunscreen and a bottle of water.
5 Reasons Why You Shoud Join Us
Discover the benefits of becoming part of our community
We won’t judge you
No matter what your running ability or experience, you will be welcomed by your local 261 Club. We don’t mind how you look or what you wear, how much you sweat or how slow you go. We’ll help you with your running technique and set you on the path to years of running fun.
We won’t laugh at your questions
So many issues crop up when you begin running, no one will ever snigger at your questions. We’ll guide you through the basics of how to run, what to wear, how to stretch, the list goes on. No one expects you to know anything and everyone will be delighted to share their knowledge and personal experiences.
We’ll look after you
Our coaches receive high-quality training and ongoing education. We want you to enjoy healthy running and be able to get past the lung-busting first steps, so our coaches use games, drills and exercises specifically designed to help you run correctly, safely and injury free.
We’ll support you
A 261 Club is a community of women who want to support and encourage each other to be healthy and active. You will be amazed at how much it helps to have others who believe you can do it and motivate and spur you on. We’ve all doubted ourselves and lacked confidence in the past. Let us guide and support you.
There’s a whole world waiting for you
Joining our local club is just the beginning. It connects you to our global 261 Fearless community, which educates and empowers women around the world. There are end- less opportunities and ways to be involved. Just be fearless and take the first step.
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Club DC Metro Charity Team
261 Fearless Club DC Metro is offering the opportunity to join our 2025 Charity Team in celebration of the Marine Corps Marathon and other events. We offer in-person and virtual events such as the DC Metro One-Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon and 50K. You can walk or run any of these events in your own neighborhood or with…
Become a 261 Coach!
Have you discovered the power of running and want to spread the love?
261 Coaches are role models for other women to take the first step to a more active and healther life. As a 261 Coach you motivate, inspire and encourage women at your 261 Club Meet Run to step out of their comfort zone and to grow. All you need is loads of engagement and commitment to spark the passion for running in other women.
Let’s do it now with 261 Fearless Club DC Metro!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Become FEARLESS with 261 Fearless Club DC Metro.
