Get ready to smash your fitness goals in 2025 with local Irish Running Groups & GAA Clubs!
Looking to kick off your fitness journey this year? Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, local Irish running clubs and GAA teams are hosting weekly running sessions across Greater Vancouver, open to all fitness levels.
From casual walks to more intense runs, it’s the perfect way to get fit, meet new people, and maybe even make some new friends or future GAA teammates!
RUNNING GROUPS
Vancouver Irish Running Crew
Wednesdays at 6:30pm & Sundays at 10am
The friendly VIRC group welcomes runners of all levels and all nationalities. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, they have a spot for you!
VIRC meet twice a week at the following times:
Wednesdays: 5.5km and 10km runs at 6:30pm, starting from Science World
Sundays: 6.5km and 10km runs at 10am, from the Second Beach Concession Stand
Prefer walking? No problem! VIRC accommodates walkers who would like to walk these routes as well. Come for the exercise, stay for the craic! See their socials to join the crew.
ISSC Vancouver GAA- Run/Walk Club
6 weeks only, Jan 25th – March 1st
Jumping on the running bandwagon for 2025? Why not start the new year off right with a fun and refreshing run (or walk) along beautiful Kits Beach?
The ISSC run/walk club will run for 6 weeks, and it’s all about fitness, community and a well-deserved treat. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, training for the sun run, learning to run or just looking for a casual walk, everyone is welcome!
If you don’t wish to run or walk, you are still welcome to join for the treat afterwards at Viva Cafe. (1555 Yew St.)
When Starting on January 25th, 9:00 AM
Where: Kits Beach (in-front of boathouse), 1305 Arbutus St, Vancouver, V6J 5N2
Contact: See their instagram, facebook or website for details.
GAA CLUB PRE-SEASON RUNNING SESSIONS
Éire Óg GAA Club – Run and Dip
Saturdays at 10am
If you’re looking to join Éire Óg for the upcoming season this is a great opportunity to meet some of the team and make new friends!
Vancouver Éire Óg GAA Club are currently doing a weekly run and dip on Saturday mornings, changing location weekly to keep it interesting!
Join them on Saturdays at 10am to meet some of the members and make some new friends. This week only, the run will switch from Saturday to Sunday (Feb 2nd), meeting at Jericho Beach.
Message them on Instagram or Facebook for more info!
JP Ryan’s Hurling & Camogie – Pre-Season Saturday Running Club
Saturdays at 10am
Whether you’ve been before or want to get involved, give JP Ryan’s GAA club a shout! Come and join the run and make sure to stick around for the coffee, pastries and chats after.
*Please note that this running club is ideally for those that want to get involved in the club whether that be as a social or playing member.
Where: Connaught Park, 2390 W 10th Ave, V6K 2J2
Next session: Saturdays at 10am, get in touch for the next session.
If you want to get involved, message via Instagram or facebook for details.
Cú Chulainn Vancouver – Pre-season Running Sessions
Saturdays at 9am
Cú Chulainn Hurling & Camogie GAA Club are kicking off their pre-season with some Saturday morning runs over the coming weeks, starting Saturday, Jan 11th at 9am.
Open to everyone, all fitness levels! They would love to see some old and new faces!
Where: UBC, Brockton Oval, Musqueam Park, Vancouver, V6G 3G1
If you’re interested in joining the club and taking part, please reach out via facebook or instagram and they’ll get you set up.
Fraser Valley Gaels – The Coffee Run Saturdays at 10:30am
Fraser Valley Gaels will be running Saturday morning runs at 10:30am, meeting at Kitsilano Pool. The Saturday morning runs will be taking place regularly from now until the Vancouver Sun Run on Sunday, April 27, 2025. Message in advance to confirm the details.
Where: Location and coffee shop will change weekly as the distance increases. Please keep an eye on their socials for updates.
And you can reach out via their website, facebook or instagram for further info.
