Question 1

What is McRUN?

Accepted Answer

An SSMU Student group looking to create a McGill community around a shared love of running! We do weekly head runs and themed running socials.

Question 2

What are head runs?

Accepted Answer

Head runs are weekly runs offered for beginner, intermediate, and advanced runners. These are great opportunities to stay active and meet like-minded runners!

Question 3

How do I sign up to be a member?

Accepted Answer

You can sign up using the sign-up form above! If you have trouble accessing it, please reach out to us.

Question 4

Where do the runs start?

Accepted Answer

In front of Currie Gym on the McGill campus.

Question 5

How much does it cost?

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For new and recurring members, the yearly fee is $5 for McGill-affiliated people, and $10 otherwise.

Payment will occur during the sign-up process.

Question 6

What are the paces for different run groups?

Accepted Answer

These are rough outlines! Head runners will curate the pace and distance depending on who attends each run!

Beginner: 2-4km @ 7:00+ min/km // 1.24-2.5mi @ 11:00+ min/mi

Easy: 4-6km @ 5:50-6:30+ min/km // 2.5-3.75mi @ 9:30-10:30+ min/mi

Intermediate: 7-10km @ 5:30-6:00 min/km // 4.4-mi @ 8:50-9:36 min/mi pace

Advanced: 8+ km @ 5:30 min/km (and below) // 5+ mi @ 8:50 min/mi (and below)

Question 7

I'm not part of McGill, can I still join?

Accepted Answer

We welcome everyone! Once you register as a member, you can attend our head runs or a McRUN event. Be aware we will ask for a $15 membership fee instead of $7.

Question 8

I want to join but have never run before. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Just sign up and come try it out! Our beginner level runs are tailored for absolute beginners. It is at your own pace and it is always okay to take breaks.

Our Head Runners will do everything they can to encourage you without pushing you too far beyond your comfort zone. Once you feel comfortable, please feel free to join faster runs!

Question 9

Are you hiring?

Accepted Answer

We usually hire new headrunners at the beginning of the semester and occasional hire new VPs. Look out for application forms here!

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