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USRC Run #745 – The Green Table Pizza- Lavington Run

Join us on 20th April 2024 for a morning of fun, fitness, and food at The Green Table Pizza, Lavington Corner Mall. Lace-up for distances ranging from ~5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, km and enjoy a route that’s 95% tarmac under the hopeful rays of a sunny Saturday!

? Flag Off: 7:00 AM sharp!
? Run Captain: The fabulous Caro Mungai will lead the charge.

Post-run, refuel with a hearty Buffet Breakfast for just Ksh 700. Indulge in a spread of Tea/Coffee/Hot chocolate, a Boiled egg, Sausage, Sweet potato, Arrow roots, Mandazi, and Fruit. Plus, a complimentary slice of pizza to top it off!

? Celebrations continue at 11 AM with cake for our April babies and free Nyama Choma for a social outing that’s sure to be the talk of the town.

Let’s hit the ground running and make this a day to remember! ?

? Location: The Green Table Pizza, Lavington Corner Mall, James Gichuru Road, Nairobi

How to Register:
Use the link to secure your spot:
? Register Now ?
https://forms.gle/UJf4v6onyZihNAUV8

See you at the starting line! ?

TO NOTE!!!!:

Block the date:18th May
Alliance Classic Run 2024 Edition
Registration ongoing click link to register: https://forms.gle/6DNitEN7oN49XUhQ9

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USRC Seniors Run/Walk: 6th April 2024 Run 743 @ A.C.K St Francis Church, Karen-Ngong Rd

? Seniors Run/Walk: A Celebration of Lifelong Vitality! ?

Join us on a spirited run/walk that honors the timeless energy of our seniors and inspires all ages to embrace the joy of movement! ??????

When: Saturday, 6th April 2024

Where: A.C.K St. Francis Church Karen- Ngong Road

Start: 7 AM sharp –

Find Us Here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dHhjK8Z4p9b4iPNM6

Choose Your Challenge:
• 5 KM – A joyful jaunt
• 10 KM – A spirited sprint
• 15 KM – A tenacious trek
• 20 KM – A vigorous voyage
• 25 KM – An enduring expedition
• 30 KM – The ultimate odyssey

Trail Details:?
• A scenic 90% tarmac route around the leafy suburbs of Karen that promises a smooth stride.

Run Captain:?
• The indomitable Susan will lead the way, showcasing the grace of age and the strength of spirit.

Post-Run Treat:?
• Relish a hearty breakfast for just Kshs.500/- and share in the camaraderie of fellow runners.

RSVP:?
• Confirm your spot by Thursday via the Google Docs link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdfEQRIEuNIwQxTeR4LGW7ZzPreu31noIsq1gH9BqjSIFDEIw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Special Note:
• No guest fees! We encourage you to bring friends and family to share in this beautiful experience.

New Members: Please share this link with your friends who would like to join our club https://urbanswaras.co.ke/new-members/

Visit our Website http://urbanswaras.co.ke/ and Social Media pages (Facebook & Instagram) like, share and follow

For enquiries you can:

Contact: Admin Assistant (0740894117)– Collins Kipkorir

Email your name and Phone number: urbanswaras@outlook.com

Urban Swaras Running Club, Nairobi, Kenya

Let’s lace up and celebrate the wisdom of age and the exuberance of youth, proving that every step is a testament to life’s enduring dance. See you at the starting line!?

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USRC Easter weekend: 30th March 2024 Run 742 @ Safari Beach Hotel – Diani Beach Road, Ukunda, Kwale

A collaboration with lovely clubs/institutions and people of Kwale: South Coast Runners CBO, Diani walkers, Diani Tigers, Kwale Runners & Walkers, KWS (runners), KFS( seedlings & runners), NYS(runners), I&M(sponsorship), Base Titanium (runners breakfast), Glug ( water), Safari Beach Hotel( race village, fruits) ………….and others

‘‘Let the rhythm of the waves set your pace’’

Distances: 5,10, 20, 30, 35 km .
Tree planting 6am, Run briefing& warm up 6.15am, Flag off 6.30am

Run Type: Generally Trail: Forest, Ukunda town and villages , Beach

Stationary support stations with water in paper cups & fruits, ambulance @ race village

Complimentary breakfast for the 200 runners – courtesy of Base Titanium and Safari Beach hotel.

Register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1RJX0PqPT_8qerVF0TV-CagxQtytpSTCShvzkHNgAdfc/edit

Accommodation:
Race village: Safari Beach Hotel @ negotiated rate 6k PP sharing on BB talk to Prudence: 074503781
Others: Kijani Cottages: Hostels to single occupancy cottages (2k to 8.5K). Talk to Jerry: 254 715568719, Boxo Hotel and many others.

Other activities, after party and Lots of places to tour in Kwale (TBC by those attending)

Don’t miss out ….

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USRC 16th March, 2024. Run 740 @ Nifty Cafe & Wine Bar -Tigoni

Dear Swaras,

Last Saturday the collabo run collabo-d so well!Massive turnout,lovely photos and I hear the Swamp Runners didn’t believe they had such beautiful trails in their hood. Big up to Benja our Trail Fox for this! Thank you Swamp Runners for having us.
We shall do this again.

This Saturday we are going to Tigoni to smell some tea and drink some!! The trails will also serve you endless or is it infinity lush green tea estates scenic beauty! This is a not to be missed run!

Location: Nifty Cafe & Wine Bar
See Google Maps https://maps.app.goo.gl/pfUwXSom8RXeakNq9
Distances: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30,35 km
Run course Terrain Approx 75%Trail ( consider trail shoes incase it rains)

Buffet Breakfast Ala Carte

Carry your change of clothes (Tigoni can get cold)

Run Captain : Joe Gatonye

Registration Required Click link to register
https://forms.gle/YtosyNn6cSv6wb6D8

Link will be closed on Thursday @ 5PM

Run will be flagged off at 7 A.M

Limited Parking Notice: Please car-pool if you can,Parking slots are very few at the venue ,some cars may park along the road.

New Members: Please share this link with your friends who would like to join our club https://urbanswaras.co.ke/new-members/

Visit our Website http://urbanswaras.co.ke/ and Social Media pages (Facebook & Instagram) like, share and follow

For enquiries you can:

Contact: Club Secretary

Susan Okoma urbanswaras@outlook.com

Urban Swaras Running Club, Nairobi, Kenya

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USRC 9th March, 2024. Run 739 @ Levilla Gardens Resort & Spa– Kikuyu

Dear Swaras,

Last Saturday the run & celebration with family members went down well and so did some Jenga and Bomoa games that had too many architects building crookedly to successfully topple the efforts!

This Saturday we are in collabo mode ??? and we will be partnering with another running club – Swamp Runners based in Kikuyu to give you scenic trails in their territory.

Location: Levilla Gardens Resort. See Google Maps
https://g.co/kgs/6yMyCxP

Distances: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 km
Run Terrain Approx . 50%Trail

Buffet Breakfast @ Ksh.550: see menu- Tea /Hot water & Milk, Mandazi, Ngwaci, 2 sausages, Boiled egg, Fruit cuts (water melon, pineapple)

Showers available, swimming @ ksh.350- Carry your change of clothes
Run Captains Joseph Masika and Jimnah Njoroge(Swamp Runners)

Registration Required Click link to register
https://forms.gle/UfLTi6WBZsaep2BV8

Run will be flagged off at 7 A.M

Link will be closed on Thursday @ 5PM

New Members: Please share this link with your friends who would like to join our club https://urbanswaras.co.ke/new-members/

Visit our Website http://urbanswaras.co.ke/ and Social Media pages (Facebook & Instagram) like, share and follow

For enquiries you can:

Contact: Club Secretary

Susan Okoma urbanswaras@outlook.com

Urban Swaras Running Club, Nairobi, Kenya

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USRC 2nd March 2024 Family Run 738 @ Bao Box, General Mathenge Drive – Westlands

Dear Swaras,

Kili Marathon in Moshi saw yellow smoke from swaras who came from there with lots of accolades from the race and on the party scene too!

The epic photos tell it all!

Congratulations to all who made it to the start line. That alone is a win!!

This Saturday we are going to celebrate and celebrate!! ? ? and we have planned a Family Run as we invite you to bring the little ones who are on mid-term break as well as your brothers, sisters, cousins, friends etc.

Run Venue Location: Bao Box Restaurant in Westlands along General Mathenge Road.

See Google Maps
https://maps.app.goo.gl/HuXNDvrFcsajWAsd6

Distances: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 km

Run Terrain: 95% Tarmac

Registration Required Click link to register: https://forms.gle/P6xbdDQRshKknAkD8

Celebration Cake for:
Kili Marathon champs & March babies cake cutting @ 10.30 A.M

To all, please feel free to bring your Kili Medals

Breakfast -order whatever tickles your fancy from the menu (see attached)

Venue has multiple interactive games. After Run – Eat, Play, Socialize

Run Captain: Joseph Masika

Run will be flagged off at 7 A.M

Link will be closed on Thursday @ 5PM

New Members: Please share this link with your friends who would like to join our club https://urbanswaras.co.ke/new-members/

Visit our Website http://urbanswaras.co.ke/ and Social Media pages (Facebook & Instagram) like, share and follow

For enquiries you can:

Contact: Club Secretary

Susan Okoma urbanswaras@outlook.com

Urban Swaras Running Club, Nairobi, Kenya

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USRC 17th February Run 735 @Hotel Troy,Magadi Rd-Karen

Dear Swaras,

What a sad day and huge loss to the running fraternity as we woke up to shocking news of Kelvin Kiptum and his Coach’s death.May their souls rest in peace as we condole and pray for their families?

Last Saturdays Run at Rosslyn Riviera was enjoyed as it beautifully traversed through Runda and was graced by a very good quorum of regular members,new members and guests .
Check out the photos in the USRC WhatsApp.

This Saturdays run takes place at Hotel Troy located along Magadi Rd -Karen

Location See Google Maps
https://maps.app.goo.gl/v5FrdHUV8yoDN6GeA

Distances: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30km
Run Terrain : 98% Tarmac
Breakfast @ Kshs 700
Showers available, carry your change of clothes
February Babies Birthday Cake ? ? ? Cutting @ 10 A.M

Run Captain: Carol Mungai, please look out for her.

Run will be flagged off at 7A.M

Registration Required: please click link to register

https://forms.gle/wKAywXkXYkLkaWBv8

Link will be closed on Thursday ay at 5PM

New Members: Please share this link with your friends who would like to join our club https://urbanswaras.co.ke/new-members/

Visit our Website http://urbanswaras.co.ke/ and Social Media pages (Facebook & Instagram) like, share and follow

For enquiries you can:

Contact: Club Secretary

Susan Okoma Tel:No: +254722928195/ urbanswaras@outlook.com

Urban Swaras Running Club, Nairobi, Kenya

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USRC 10th February Run 735@Rosslyn Riviera Mall along Limuru Rd

Dear Swaras,

Oloolua run served lots of elevation gain and hills that were quite challenging however we do hope that got you ready for Kili Marathon.

This weekend we are running in the city to allow your legs to rest from the trails. Saturdays run will take place at Rosslyn Riviera Mall see google maps for location
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZPzW1h6F8TTWicx5A

Distances: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 km
Run Terrain 98%Tarmac

Breakfast:@ Replica Cafe and Bakery – Order whatever tickles your fancy from the menu. We encourage members to partake breakfast
Run captain :Susan

Please note: Parking is free
Run flag off @7.00 AM from the basement
Registration Required: click link to register https://forms.gle/YiyKGuk4XjiuHarG9

New Members: Please share this link with your friends who would like to join our club https://urbanswaras.co.ke/new-members/

Visit our Website http://urbanswaras.co.ke/ and Social Media pages (Facebook & Instagram) like, share and follow

For enquiries you can:

Contact: Club Secretary

Susan Okoma Tel:No: +254722928195/ urbanswaras@outlook.com

Urban Swaras Running Club, Nairobi, Kenya

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USRC 3rd February Run 734 @Imani Resort Oloolua -Ngong/Matasia

Kereita run beautifully served hills, jaw-dropping picturesque scenery and refreshing crisp clean forest air that gave those who attended a clean pair of lungs. The banter at the Forest Restaurant as we took breakfast and watched people zipline was epic!
Check out the photos in the USRC WhatsApp.

This Saturdays run takes place at Imani Resort Oloolua in Ngong-Matasia area for more hills and views of the windmills to get you ready for Kili Marathon.

Distances: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 km
Run Terrain :Approx. 65 % trail.
Breakfast @ Kshs 600

Swimming available@ Ksh.400per adult and Ksh.250 per child
Changing rooms are also available . Remember to carry your change of clothes to stay warm after your run
Run Captain: Peter Muia(Treasurer) please look out for him.

Registration Required: please click link to register
https://forms.gle/Bqj2LiqywfMBthG39
Link will be closed on Thursday at 5PM

New Members: Please share this link with your friends who would like to join our club https://urbanswaras.co.ke/new-members/

Visit our Website http://urbanswaras.co.ke/ and Social Media pages (Facebook & Instagram) like, share and follow

For enquiries you can:

Contact: Club Secretary

Susan Okoma Tel:No: +254722928195/ urbanswaras@outlook.com

Urban Swaras Running Club, Nairobi, Kenya

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USRC 27th January Run 733 @ The Forest – Kereita Forest, Kimende, Lari Sub County, Kiambu

Dear Swaras,

https://maps.app.goo.gl/U8Y7BP7qdyKEivTJ7
BE CAREFUL! Google Maps will try and direct you to a different route, so be sure to follow these instructions:
TAKE THE NAIROBI – NAIVASHA HIGHWAY – A104 Road. Drive on until you get to Kimende Total Petrol Station on Your Left.

TURN IN LEFT AT TOTAL KIMENDE PETROL STATION, Go behind total Kimende petrol station. TURN RIGHT AND GO UNDER THE OVERPASS (the drive over) you will see The Forest sign showing you to TURN RIGHT AFTER THE UNDERPASS.

TURN LEFT AT ST. PETER THE ROCK CATHOLIC CHURCH (You’ll see THE
FOREST SIGN)

DRIVE ON UNTIL YOU GET TO THE LARI SUB COUNTY OFFICES, THEN TURN
LEFT AT THE TARMAC ROAD. ( You’ll see our THE FOREST SIGN). This is the
Second Cross Road.

DRIVE ON, ON THE NARROW TARMAC ROAD, PAST MUNYAKA PRIMARY
SCHOOL ON YOUR RIGHT AND PAST THE KWS GATE (with a rhino fixture)
UNTIL YOU GET TO SIGN POST SHOWING YOU TO TURN IN RIGHT.

FOLLOW THE GRAVEL ROAD TO THE END and WELCOME TO THE FOREST!

Distances: 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 km

Flag Off: 7.30am (slightly late start)

Approx: 75% trail

Run captain: Gilbert Asamba

Breakfast/Lunch: The Forest – optional, to be taken at The Forest restaurant, prices range from Ksh. 200 to Ksh. 3,000 on a la carte.

Forest Fees: Ksh.232 per adult & Ksh.58 per student/under 18 must be paid to the club in advance and the club will pay directly to KFS (this is to avoid hold-ups and congestion at the entry) List to be shared to officers at gate. (Payment Code Needed)

Those interested in group transport: Ksh 1000 return trip on a first come basis (payment code as confirmation). 22 seater coaster Bus to depart Shell Hurligham at 6am and return from the Forest at noon.

Other outdoor activities available at Forest: zip lining, paintball, archery, mountain biking, horse riding, footgolf, nature walks etc