Trail Running Basics

Looking to take your run beyond the pavement? Trade steady surfaces for winding paths, changing terrain, and the rhythm of moving through nature. Trail running invites you to explore landscapes in a way that feels both energizing and grounding. Whether you’re new to running or ready to change things up, this class helps you build the skills to move confidently through it all. You’ll explore footwear, essential gear, hydration and fueling, and key safety considerations—so you can navigate uneven terrain, adapt to changing conditions, and fully enjoy the experience of running on the path less traveled.
31 sessions available
- ThursdayAug 27, 20266:30pm–7:30pm CDTSold outPlano REI
- MondayAug 31, 20266:00pm–7:00pm PDTBend REI
- SundaySep 6, 202611:30am–12:30pm EDTKing of Prussia REI
- TuesdaySep 8, 20268:30pm–9:30pm CDTBrentwood REI
- WednesdaySep 9, 20266:00pm–7:00pm MDTFarmington REI
- ThursdaySep 10, 20265:30pm–6:30pm CDTOverland Park REI
- ThursdaySep 10, 20266:30pm–7:30pm PDTManhattan Beach REI
- FridaySep 11, 20266:30pm–7:30pm CDTHouston REI
- SaturdaySep 12, 202611:00am–12:00pm EDTKennesaw REI
- SundaySep 13, 20261:00pm–2:00pm CDTSan Antonio REI
- MondaySep 14, 20266:00pm–7:00pm CDTWest Des Moines REI
- MondaySep 14, 20266:00pm–7:00pm PDTLaguna Hills REI
- TuesdaySep 15, 20265:30pm–6:30pm PDTMarina REI
- TuesdaySep 15, 20266:30pm–7:30pm PDTHenderson REI
- WednesdaySep 16, 20265:30pm–6:30pm PDTKennewick REI
- ThursdaySep 17, 20261:00pm–2:00pm EDTMount Pleasant REI
- FridaySep 18, 20266:00pm–7:00pm MDTGreenwood Village REI
- SundaySep 20, 20263:30pm–4:30pm CDTGretna REI
- MondaySep 21, 20266:30pm–7:30pm MDTKalispell REI
- WednesdaySep 23, 20265:00pm–6:00pm MDTDillon REI
- SaturdayOct 3, 202612:00pm–1:00pm EDTCary REI
- SundayOct 4, 202611:00am–12:00pm EDTWinter Park REI
- TuesdayOct 6, 20265:00pm–6:00pm PDTSpokane REI
- ThursdayOct 8, 20266:00pm–7:00pm PDTOlympia REI
- FridayOct 9, 20266:00pm–7:00pm PDTTualatin REI
- SundayOct 11, 20264:00pm–5:00pm CDTMaple Grove REI
- WednesdayOct 14, 20267:00pm–8:00pm PDTSanta Rosa REI
- ThursdayOct 15, 20265:30pm–6:30pm PDTFolsom REI
- SaturdayOct 17, 20261:00pm–2:00pm MDTBoise REI
- SaturdayOct 24, 20262:00pm–3:00pm MSTTucson REI
- WednesdayOct 28, 20266:00pm–7:00pm PDTTualatin REI