West of the River Training takes place on May 12, 2026, at Greece Canal Park in Rochester, New York, with sessions starting at 8:00 AM, so plan your arrival the night before if traveling from out of town. This clinic-style event is designed for endurance athletes looking to refine their training approach. Entry fees range from $87 to $209 depending on the package level you select. Greece Canal Park provides the venue for instruction and group work. Whether you're preparing for a specific race or building your base fitness, this clinic offers structured coaching in a group setting.
From the Race Organizer
These training options are designed for those who are training for our West of the River Series: June Jaunt, 5K, Father's Day; The Potato Run, 10K, Labor Day Weekend; Barbecue Bash Quarters, quarter to full marathon, First Sunday in November. Registration for the series or any individual race is separate ( https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Rochester/WestoftheRiverSeries ). Where: Workouts are usually at Greece Canal Park, at 241 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester, NY 14626 until too dark for the park (it closes at dusk). It has year-round restrooms and ample parking, making it an ideal base of operations. Alternate locations are within five minutes of the park, usually as close as five. What: Tuesdays are hill workouts. Thursdays are speed workouts. Saturdays are long distance workouts. Includes workout plan through race weekend, coached sessions by Coach Vickey Beaver, supplemental information during meetings and online, and access to private training group Facebook page. When: Choose mornings or a.m./p.m. mix. The mornings only option workouts all start at 8 a.m. That's ideal for second-shift workers and those who are otherwise free in the daytime. The a.m./p.m. mix are at 6 p.m. for the Tue/Thu workouts and 8 a.m. for the Saturday workouts. There will be times when a scheduled workout is not coached or may entail an alternate arrangement. For example, there will be no Saturday workout on Nocturnal 12 weekend.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 12.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Rochester, NY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is West of the River Training 2026 — Rochester, NY?
West of the River Training 2026 — Rochester, NY takes place on May 12, 2026. The race is held in Rochester, New York.
Where is West of the River Training 2026 — Rochester, NY held?
West of the River Training 2026 — Rochester, NY is held at Greece Canal Park in Rochester, New York.
Where can I find hotels near West of the River Training 2026 — Rochester, NY?
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