
From the Organizer
Red Coyote’s Starter Pack 5K Program is designed to help you train for the Runtoberfest 5K on October 4th but can be used to train for any fall 5K. All abilities 18 and older are welcome! Whether you're a runner/walker attempting your first 5K or you're shooting for a new PR, there's a place for you! In our Red Coyote program, we think sharing the training journey with friends working to achieve a common goal is the best part and makes every run more fun! This program is designed for people who have never run before or who have not run recently. We'll help you achieve your goal safely by a gradual and strategic increase in your training mileage. We start with very gentle workouts combining walking and running and give your body plenty of time to adapt to running over the 9 weeks of the program as we build to the goal of running a 5K/3.1 mile distance. We give instruction on proper hydration, nutrition, injury prevention, running form, training principles, as well as other areas to help you have a successful race! Always wanted to be a runner, but not sure how or where to start? Red Coyote has trained over 3,500 participants to run their first 5K! We have the experience and the knowledge to help you reach your goals! All participants will receive schedules through email but most communication will go through Red Coyote's private Facebook group that is exclusive to this program. To help stay accountable, virtual participants or those who miss a run/walk can post their workouts to the Facebook group page.
***WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE***
A 9 week program building toward that 5K/3.1 mile goal!
Complimentary entry into the Runtoberfest 5K on October 4th!
A technical Red Coyote Starter Pack training program shirt!
A Checklist Card to unlock some special savings!
Positive support, coaching and a fun group to keep you motivated!
Weekly training schedules!
Registration and Cost
Our 9 week program is $65 this season! This includes a technical training shirt ($30 value) and entry into the Runtoberfest 5K ($35 value) on October 4th. Shirts will be ordered and printed once registration closes August 17th and will be distributed about midway through the training cycle. The welcome email, training handbook and link to the Facebook page will be sent out in mid July a couple weeks prior to the start of training.
Questions?
Come to our informational meeting which will last approximately 30-45 minutes, or until all questions have been answered. The meeting will have a Zoom option for those unable to meet in person.
Wednesday, July 22nd at 7:00 PM at Red Coyote Classen Curve (In Person and Zoom)
Zoom link 07/22/26 - https://us04web.zoom.us/j/72421519544?pwd=oVsMtHMl0haBqjXjBxtTioJgVIZ4f7.1
•••••SCHEDULE•••••
The kickoff workout will be Monday, August 3rd at 6:00pm at Red Coyote Classen Curve. We'll meet at Red Coyote Classen Curve at 6:00pm both Monday and Wednesday evenings. Saturday mornings, we'll meet at Red Coyote Classen Curve at 8:00am. With the exception of possible severe weather cancellations, the only day we will not meet in person is Monday, September 7th which is Labor Day. Red Coyote will be closed so employees can spend time with families.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
96°
Typical Low
73°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oklahoma City Post Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
688,693
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,235 ft
Nearest Airport
OKC
OKC Will Rogers World Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Red Coyote Fall Starter Pack 5K Program, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Red Coyote Fall Starter Pack 5K Program
Aug 3, 2026