Custom Training

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced runner looking to improve speed or fitness, we have the perfect training program to support your goals.

In partnership with Head Coach and fellow Flyer Brian Rosetti and the RunSMART Project, we offer the program Marathon Training Plan (MTP) and, in partnership with Head Coach Amy Sitar, we offer the SpeedPass Program (SP). Scroll down for details.

All training programs are limited to New York Flyers members ... so JOIN US now!

SpeedPass

The NY Flyers’ SpeedPass training program caters to runners of all levels.

The 2023 Spring summer/fall season of SpeedPass is on Tuesday evenings July 11th 2nd through October 31st. Workouts are uploaded to the V.O2 app and are customized based on the individual's current fitness and training background.

Participants will receive coaching support by email.

2023 Summer/Fall 16-week SpeedPass Program cost: $220.00

Questions? Email Head Coach Amy Sitar at aksitar@gmail.com

Coached practices one evening per week in Central Park.
Two speed workouts added every week to your V.O2 training calendar.
Coach led mobility & strength exercises to close each practice.
Coaching support via email.

The NY Flyers’ Winter/Spring SpeedPass programs are accessible to runners of all levels, whether you’re training for fitness, to stay connected to the club socially, or a half or full marathon goal this season.

Practices

Members gather between 6:30-6:40 pm at the Maine Monument at Columbus Circle. Runners will depart from here at 6:40 pm but if you're late we'll always let you know where to meet us in the park. Bag check is available (free) across the street on the second floor of the Time Warner Center at Fleet Feet Running store too.

All athletes train with their assigned group (broken down by fitness level) but at individualized paces prescribed on their training calendar. Practices typically finish (around 8 pm) with some strength and mobility exercises.

Workouts

All participants receive two Quality Sessions per week (e.g. one speed workout and one long run). The first Quality Session is a coached group workout and the second is a suggested workout.

All workouts are published to each participant’s V.O2 calendar, which includes the ability to manage your training on the mobile app, website and/or a PDF copy. V.O2 also syncs with GPS so you can easily manage your prescribed workouts and actual splits.

Coaching Support

Participants can email SpeedPass coaches at any time for questions or updates to their workouts.

Marathon Training
Program

The New York Flyers’ Marathon Training Program (MTP) led by Head Coach Brian Rosetti of The Run SMART Project is designed to help members prepare for their goal half and full marathons.

There are two MTP seasons per year to help you prepare and they typically sell out quickly!

The Winter/Spring 2023 Session begins on January 4th and runs through April 19th, and is open to half and full marathon goal race distances. First practice is Wednesday January 4th.

Registration opens on Wednesday, December 7th.

Cost: $285.00

You must be logged into the website to register.

Questions? email brian@runsmartproject.com

18 Weeks

Cost: $285 | Registration opens for NYF members, starting December 7th, 2022.

You must be logged into the website to register.

16 coached practices.
16-week training plan based on your training history and goals.
Assigned coach to guide/support you throughout the season.
Coaching support via email and on VDOT O2.

The NY Flyers’ Winter/Spring Training Program is accessible to runners of all levels. Our coaching program prides itself on proper training methodology, great customer service and making practices fun and challenging at the same time!

Training Plan

All participants will receive a personalized training plan geared towards their season goal(s). The 16-week training plan will start January 4th and ends April 19th. Participants fill out an athlete survey so an MTP coach can review their recent training/racing history, goals, etc. before personalizing their plan.

Training plans are published to each participant’s V.O2 calendar, which includes the ability to manage your training on the mobile app, website and/or a PDF copy. V.O2 also syncs with GPS so you can easily manage your prescribed workouts and actual splits. Your WTP coach will help manage your training calendar, which will also include recommendations on cross training, strength, mobility exercises and nutrition, etc.

Coaching Support

Each participant is assigned a “group coach” to guide them through the training program. Participants receive a coaching invite so their assigned coach can manage their training calendar. Coaches leave comments, feedback and are available by email to help motivate and make adjustments to participants’ training along the way.

Practices

Members gather between 6:30-6:45 pm at the Maine Monument in Columbus Circle. Runners will depart from here promptly at 6:45 pm. Bag check is available (free) across the street on the second floor of the Time Warner Center at the Fleet Feet store.

All athletes train with their assigned coach and group (broken down by experience and fitness level) but at individualized paces prescribed in their training plan. Practices typically finish (around 8:00 - 8:30pm) with some strength and mobility exercises (weather permitting).

Social

TBD. Typically, MTP meets at least once per month for a post-practice social gathering at a nearby bar/restaurant.