Member Week
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Welcome to Member Week 2024! This year is the inaugural celebratory occasion when we appreciate and recognize NYRR members. Thank you for all that you do to support the organization and our vision to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running.
Member Week occurs from August 12 to August 17. We have thoughtfully curated the week to include demonstrations of gratitude, storytelling, community building activities, exclusive offers, special perks, and giveaways all leading up to the member-only NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K race and post-race festival!
Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing our gratitude for members and honoring each other as a community. We can’t wait to celebrate with all our members during this special week.
"I want to thank each and every one of our members who continue to bring so much passion and energy to New York Road Runners all year long. By being a member of this organization, you are sharing the belief that running transforms lives. Whether you’ve run one race or 500, you are part of what makes New York Road Runners the impactful community that it is, and we thank you for your continued support."
– Rob Simmelkjaer
NYRR CEO
"Thank you, thank you, thank you… as members of NYRR we share in the vision of building a healthier and stronger community. Thank you for being of service to making our city and organization a better place."
– Ted Metellus
NYRR SVP Events, Race Director, TCS New York City Marathon
"I am eternally grateful for the opportunity to meet and serve NYRR members. Each day I am reminded of the power of intention and dedication through your unwavering commitment to the sport of running.Thank you for being the best part of NYRR and keep on putting one foot before the other until you have achieved your goal!"
– Lorraine Lowe
NYRR Director of Membership
Join Us
Member Week Kickoff Event
August 12 || 6:00 p.m. || NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub
Let's come together as a community to learn more about Member Week and share our favorite member moments. At NYRR, you belong!
Member Week Happy Hour Mixer
August 13 || 6:00 p.m. || Hard Rock Cafe
A fun get-together for NYRR members to meet and connect with one another.
Member Week Relaxation Day Yoga
August 15 || Sessions Throughout Day || NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub
Celebrate National Relaxation Day at the NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub.
NYRR History Tour and Course Strategy for NYRR Grete's Great Gallop 10K
August 16 || History Tour: 5:45 p.m. | Course Strategy Q&A + Mixer: 7:00 p.m. || Central Park
Join NYRR coaches for a history tour of Central Park followed by a course strategy session for the NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K member-only race.
Member Week Festival
August 17 || 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. || Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park
Join us for fun activities, music, dancing, delicious snacks, and a recognition ceremony!
Member-Only Perks
Access these amazing offers as our thank you for being an NYRR member!
- Experiences
- Access to running and training opportunities
- Discounts
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HSS HSS is offering a 10% discount to HSS metabolic testing services. This is a year-round offer for NYRR members! Usually, metabolic testing is $450 but it's available for NYRR members at $405 - 10% discount. Dates: Year Round How to Obtain: This offer will only be included in the email to current members. Members will email HSS at sportsperformance@hss.edu. |
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Knockaround Whether you're racing or cheering, these sunglasses are your perfect companion, blending high performance with standout style. Take 25% off knockaround.com at knockaround.com. Exclusions apply. Dates: August 11-17 How to Obtain: This offer will only be included in the email to current members. |
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Peloton Tread During NYRR’s Member Week, Peloton is celebrating all members with a special offer: get $250 off Peloton Tread and $350 off Tread+. Elevate your training and celebrate your progress with these exclusive deals, just for you. Dates: August 12 to August 20, 2024 How to Obtain: To get this offer, use the promo codes NYRRLOVE250 and NYRRLOVE350.
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Peloton Tread Class Two lucky NYRR members will experience the rush of a live in-studio Peloton Tread class featuring a captivating instructor! Dates: Winners can choose between two in-studio classes times before October 1, 2024. How to Obtain: These class passes will be presented to the two winning NYRR members at the Member Week Festival located at the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park starting at 9:00 a.m. NYRR members must be running the NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K race and must be present to participate in the ceremony. Contact llowe@nyrr.org with any questions.
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Volvo Volvo Cars is proud to team up with New York Road Runners NYRR in support of driving a healthier lifestyle. Volvo Car USA is excited to offer a special discount to NYRR members* and runners who have participated and volunteered at select Volvo Car USA sponsored races. There's no faster way to get into one of our great vehicles.
How to Obtain: This offer will only be included in the email to current members. Members will use an exclusive link where they can register and will be sent a unique pin to use for them to access the discount. *Restrictions apply. Eligible only to 2024 NYRR participants who have registered and completed a race. |
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Drawing for Two Tickets to The Millrose Games at the Armory Drawing for two complimentary tickets to the historic Millrose Games, the world’s premier indoor track and field event that includes the signature events, the NYRR Wanamaker Mile! The Millrose Games takes place on February 8, 2025, at the Armory. Date: February 8, 2025 How to Obtain: This item will be presented to the winning NYRR member at the Member Week Festival located at the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park starting at 9:00 a.m. NYRR members must be running the NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K race and must be present to participate in the ceremony. The lucky winning member will contact dmylson@nyrr.org to arrange tickets. |
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Drawing for Guaranteed Entry to the 2025 United Airlines NYC Half & RBC Brooklyn Half Drawings for one entry to the 2025 United Airlines NYC Half and the RBC Brooklyn Half. This offer includes the NYRR x Runna Training Offer (approximately $80 value) and starts from the day of activation through 30 days after the race date. How to Obtain: These guaranteed entries will be presented to the two winning NYRR members at the Member Week Festival located at the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park starting at 9:00 a.m. NYRR members must be running the NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K race and must be present to participate in the ceremony. Contact llowe@nyrr.org with any questions. |
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Drawing for a Race Spot at Select Weekly Races Drawings for one code to register for the New Balance 5th Ave Mile and NYRR Ted Corbitt 15K. How to Obtain: These codes will be presented to the two winning NYRR members at the Member Week Festival located at the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park starting at 9:00 a.m. NYRR members must be running the NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K race and must be present to participate in the ceremony. |
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NYRR Plus Membership Two One Year NYRR Individual Plus Memberships. Just a few of the special Member Plus perks include advance registration to advance registration for all in-person non-drawing races (excluding NYRR Team Championships 5M), advance volunteer registration to NYRR non-drawing races, and guaranteed, non-complimentary entry to select NYRR races. How to Obtain: These memberships will be presented to the two winning NYRR member at the Member Week Festival located at the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park starting at 9:00 a.m. NYRR members must be running the NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K race and must be present to participate in the ceremony. Contact llowe@nyrr.org with any questions.
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Drawing for Two Tickets to the TCS New York City Marathon Grandstand Drawing for two complimentary tickets to the Grandstand seating at that 2024 TCS New York City Marathon finish line. How to Obtain: This item will be presented to the winning NYRR member at the Member Week Festival located at the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park starting at 9:00 a.m. NYRR members must be running the NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K race and must be present to participate in the ceremony. |
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Membership Branded Wine Glasses One pair of NYRR membership-branded wine glasses will be presented to an NYRR member being honored in one of five recognition categories at the NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K festival on August 17 and for those participating at the Member Week Kick-Off event on August 12 at the RUNENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub. Submissions closed on July 26. Criteria for the Recognition Ceremony: NYRR members must be running the NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K race and must be present at the Naumburg Bandshell by 9:00 a.m. to participate in the ceremony. How to Obtain: This item will be presented at the Member Week Kick-Off event and at the Member Week festival. Current NYRR members must be present at the event. |
Member Stories
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NYRR’s first-ever Member Week will take place from August 12 to August 17. The week-long celebration will include fun activities, exclusive offers, special prizes, and giveaways, all leading up to the member-only NYRR Grete’s Great Gallop 10K race and post-race festivities.
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