Chicago Triathlon & Run Training Group Events
Grit Endurance Coaching Events
Connect with the triathlon community and boost your performance at our events and training sessions. As part of Chicago’s premier triathlon training club, you get access to our team events and training sessions year-round. From open water swims to indoor triathlon training at FFC Union Station, Grit Endurance offers a diverse calendar for all levels.
Check out our monthly events, Chicago area and Midwest races where we’ll have a presence, and other triathlon club opportunities!
Grit Endurance Weekly Training Events
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Group Track Run Workouts
Every Wednesday morning & evening from April through September
6:00-7:00am at Montrose Ave & 6:15-7:15pm at Dunbar Park
Looking for run training in Chicago? Join the Grit Endurance team for a fun and challenging outdoor speed running workout every Wednesday from April to September.
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Group Open Water Triathlon Swim Workouts
Every Friday from June through August
6:00-7:00am at Ohio Street Beach, Chicago
Start your Friday mornings this summer with triathlon swim training! The Grit Endurance team hosts a structured open water swim each Friday from June through August.
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Group Indoor Triathlon Swim Workouts
Monday & Thursday evenings at FFC Union Station, Chicago
Join our year-round tri swim program to build fitness and improve your swim technique. Classes are from 6:00-7:00pm on Mondays and from 5:30-6:30pm on Thursdays
Additional Upcoming Club Events
FFC Indoor Triathlon - Powered by Grit Endruance
Come join us for the 2025 FFC Indoor Triathlon Series, powered by Grit Endurance! This is a great opportunity for athletes of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you are looking to complete your first triathlon in a controlled environment or challenge yourself to improve your performance, this race is for you! Tackle one race or go for both! There will be overall results for each race as well as the series!
Zone 2 Book Crew Group Run - January
Are you passionate about both running and reading? Join Grit Endurance’s “Zone 2 Book Crew,” where we blend the thrill of endurance sports with the joy of literature! Each month, we’ll choose a captivating book that inspires and motivates athletes like you. At the end of the month, lace up your shoes for an easy-paced, zone 2, group run, where we’ll share insights, discuss themes, and connect with fellow runners over the pages we’ve explored.
FFC Indoor Triathlon - Powered by Grit Endruance
Come join us for the 2025 FFC Indoor Triathlon Series, powered by Grit Endurance! This is a great opportunity for athletes of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you are looking to complete your first triathlon in a controlled environment or challenge yourself to improve your performance, this race is for you! Tackle one race or go for both! There will be overall results for each race as well as the series!
New Year’s Day Fun Run
Ring in the New Year with a fun run at Palmer’s Square Park, which is in Chicago’s beautiful Logan Square neighborhood, and enjoy some donuts, coffee, conversation and maybe even some adult beverages afterward!
Zone 2 Book Crew Group Run - December
Are you passionate about both running and reading? Join Grit Endurance’s “Zone 2 Book Crew,” where we blend the thrill of endurance sports with the joy of literature! Each month, we’ll choose a captivating book that inspires and motivates athletes like you. At the end of the month, lace up your shoes for an easy-paced, zone 2, group run, where we’ll share insights, discuss themes, and connect with fellow runners over the pages we’ve explored.
December Group Fun Run - Streeterville
Our December Group Run location is taking us to Streeterville! We will meet at Cupitol (455 E. Illinois) at 9am, then run for about an hour on the lakefront trail, returning back to the cafe for breakfast and coffee around 10:00! If you want to run more, feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time!
Zone 2 Book Crew Group Run - River North
Are you passionate about both running and reading? Join Grit Endurance’s “Zone 2 Book Crew,” where we blend the thrill of endurance sports with the joy of literature! Each month, we’ll choose a captivating book that inspires and motivates athletes like you. At the end of the month, lace up your shoes for an easy-paced, zone 2, group run, where we’ll share insights, discuss themes, and connect with fellow runners over the pages we’ve explored.
November Group Fun Run - Lincoln Park
Our November Group Run location is taking us to Lincoln Park! We will meet at Colectivo (2530 N. Clark St.) at 9am, then run for about an hour on the lakefront trail, returning back to the cafe for breakfast and coffee around 10:00! If you want to run more, feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time!
September Group Fun Run - Lincoln Park
Our September Group Run location is taking us to Lincoln Park! We will meet at Colectivo (2530 N. Clark St.) at 9am, then run for about an hour on the lakefront trail, returning back to the cafe for breakfast and coffee around 10:00! If you want to run more, feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time! If you are training for the marathon, time the end of your run to finish up with the group for an added boost!
August Group Fun Run - 606 Trail
Our August group fun run is taking us to the 606 trail! We will meet at Goddess and the Grocer (1649 N. Damen) at 9am, then run on the lakefront path for about an hour, returning back to the restaurant for breakfast and coffee around 10:00! If you want to run more, feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time!
July Group Fun Run - Streeterville
Our July group fun run is taking us to Streeterville! We will meet at Cupitol (455 E. Illinois) at 9am, then run on the lakefront path for about an hour, returning back to the restaurant for breakfast and coffee around 10:00! If you want to run more, feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time!
Women’s Group Run
Join us for our first ever women’s group run! Coach Whitney Zweifel is going to lead the GE women on a 8-10 mile run, starting and finishing at Lula Cafe! We will run the 606 trail and finish up back at the Cafe for brunch, coffee and some good times! The run starts at 7:30, so we can try to beat the heat! If you don’t want to run that far, that’s totally cool, come join for us much or as little as you’d like!
June Group Fun Run - Lincoln Park
We’re heading to Lincoln Park for our June fun run! We’ll meet at 9am and run for an hour, then finish at the Green City Farmer’s Market for food and coffee!
May Group Fun Run - Lakeview
We’re taking our May fun run to Lakeview! We will run as a group for about an hour and then grab breakfast and coffee afterwards!