MarathonFest
Winter/Spring Advanced Training Session
January 24, 2026 – May 16, 2026
The Winter/Spring Session of MarathonFest is an ADVANCED training session geared towards our Boston Qualifiers and those doing more challenging spring races such as Big Sur, Nashville, Kentucky Derby, Pittsburg or Flying Pig. We begin training at higher mileage than our Summer/Fall Session and include hill workouts. This session is NOT recommended for first time full or half marathoners.
All runners are assigned to Pace Groups for the weekend run for company, support, and guidance. Please check our Pace Group Leader page BEFORE registering to be sure we have a Pace Group that fits your training needs. TRAINING FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
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Sessions:
Session I: January – May (Winter/Spring)
Session II: June – January (Summer/Fall)
Annual Membership is available for January enrollment only.
Session Dates:
Session I: January 24, 2026 – May 16, 2026
Session II: June 13, 2026 – January 10, 2027
Schedule:
- Tuesdays: 5:00 AM – Track workouts for distance runners (Glenridge Middle School track)
- Thursdays: 5:00 AM – Hill and tempo runs (Glenridge Middle School bus lane)
- Saturdays: Long runs at Cady Way (starts 4:00 – 5:30 AM)
Arrive 15–30 minutes early to warm up before weekday workouts.
Prerequisite:
All participants must have recently completed a full or half marathon. Full marathon training schedules will potentially begin with higher mileage ranging from 14-10 and Spring Half Marathoners begin at 8 miles.
Coach:
Dan Kline
Fee:
$175 New Members (One Session)
$150 Alumni* (One Session)
$250 Annual Membership (Two Sessions: Jan + June, offered in Session I only)
*An alumnus is one who has participated in MarathonFest within the last two years.
There will be a $25 late fee for registrations after the start date.
Register NowContact:
Dan Kline, Training Program Co-Director
dkline2703@gmail.com | 407-766-8029
Program Benefits
- Comprehensive training schedule
- Coached workouts with expert guidance
- Weekly training e-mails
- 15% off discount card for merchandise at Track Shack
- Discount to Track Shack races
- Access to AdventHealth professionals
Pace Groups
Runners are divided into Pace Groups for weekend runs. Each group is led by a Pace Group Leader who sets the route and pace. All participants must meet the pace requirements of their group. Please review the Pace Group information before registering.
Runners unable to meet MarathonFest’s prerequisites are encouraged to join another Track Shack training program.
Training Locations
- Tuesdays: 5:00 AM – Track Workout at Glenridge Middle School track (arrive 15–30 minutes early to warm up).
- Thursdays: 5:00 AM – Tempo or Hill Run at Glenridge Middle School bus lane (arrive 15–30 minutes early).
- Saturdays: Long runs at Cady Way Trail. Start times 4:00 – 5:30 AM.
Summer/Fall sessions may include weekend field trips to Apopka or Clermont for hill training. Details will be provided in weekly emails.
Program Policies
Training programs run in the rain! Coaches are present for every workout and workouts are only cancelled if lightning is present in the area at that time.
The training fee is non-refundable.
For safety reasons, baby carries, joggers/strollers, bicycles, rollers skates, in-line skates, and dogs will be prohibited from the training sessions.