Team We Run Kings
Brooklyn · Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy
The vibe
Brooklyn-based performance running team built for Black and Brown runners. Founded 2016 by Joseph Shayne and Jennifer Blalock as #NoSleepTilBKHalf, launched as a business 2017. Trains 5K through marathon. Multi-location model: Prospect Park (Tuesdays, warmer months), The Armory in Washington Heights (Tuesdays, winter), The Brooklyn Circus in Boerum Hill (Saturdays year-round). Ability-tiered sessions (Fast, Faster, Fastest) plus post-run strength and conditioning. Drop-in available ($25/session) or membership with enrollment windows. Partners include PUMA, Strava, Under Armour, The Brooklyn Circus, Bombas, Reebok. Coach Joe Shayne is a Boston Marathon qualifier and PUMA ambassador. Over 1,000 members trained since founding.
About
Team We Run Kings meets Wednesdays and Saturdays at Wednesday 7pm, Saturday 8am at Crown Heights / Bed-Stuy area in Crown Heights and Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. Free to join, drop-in friendly, open to all paces. The club typically draws 20–50 runners per outing and is Black-led.
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