​​The Katy Area Running Club is the only 501(c)(3) non-profit running club in Katy. KARC exists to serve people living in and around Katy, Texas who have an interest in running. We are a community of people of all ages, backgrounds, heritages and abilities who share a common interest – running ! Our focus is on group runs, having fun, socializing, and sharing our knowledge and experience with our members and the public.

We welcome all runners and walkers who are interested in joining us! You can join any number of weekly running sessions.

We run all year and have training programs targeting the January marathon and half marathon in Houston (Chevron and Aramco races) A majority of the members run these races, but there are always members training for local 5k's, 10k's, half marathons or destination races like Boston, Berlin, New York, London, Sydney, Disney..., so you will always be able to find a training buddy to share the long runs with.

I addition to training we hold information and social events on running topics, e.g. nutrition, pacing, stretching, race fueling, so that runners, both new and experienced ones, can learn a thing or two for their current training cycle and the next race.

Training is done in the Katy, Cinco Ranch area and takes place on most days of the week. As members often mix running with a work schedule, most sessions are either early morning or early evening. Individual pace groups can arrange variations over the typical schedule below.

Join to get specific location details for KARC runs.

Included in a KARC membership

• Organized group runs throughout Katy, Cinco Ranch and occasional destination runs, e.g. Bellville, Terry Hershey Park, Memorial Park.
• Supported hydration for long runs on Saturdays
• Insurance through RRCA for group runs
• Informational training clinics & seminars
• Social events throughout the year
• Access to a group training program and schedule
• Discounted race entries
• A new group of friends with a shared love of running