We’ll walk, jog, or run for about an hour. Everyone moves at their own pace. Some people will walk the whole time. Some will jog. Some might push themselves to run a little farther than they did the week before. It doesn’t matter how you do it — what matters is that you show up and keep moving.
Afterwards, we like to hang out for a bit. Sometimes the kids play in the park. Sometimes families grab something to eat at the Market. It’s relaxed, unstructured time where people can catch their breath, laugh a little, and enjoy being together.
What makes Run Club special is the community that forms around it. Parents get the chance to meet other parents who understand what it’s like raising kids who struggle with anxiety or big emotions. Conversations happen naturally while walking the trail or sitting together afterwards. Encouragement gets shared. Ideas get exchanged. And over time, real friendships begin to grow.
For the kids, it becomes more than just exercise. They start seeing familiar faces every week. They realize there are other kids who are working on the same things they are — pushing through discomfort, trying something new, building confidence one small step at a time. That shared experience helps them feel less alone and more willing to challenge themselves.
And the best part is that there’s no pressure here. No competition. No expectations about how far or how fast you should go. This isn’t about winning a race. It’s about building resilience, practicing courage, and learning that growth often happens when we step just outside our comfort zone.
Run Club is simply a group of families showing up for each other, encouraging one another, and discovering that we’re stronger than we sometimes think we are.
All you have to do is show up and take the first step. The rest tends to take care of itself. 🏃♂️💪
TARGET AUDIENCE
The Run Club is for any age, walker, jogger, or runner. Don’t worry about your ability to “keep up.” You’ll meet running buddies and go at your own pace/distance.
WHAT TO BRING
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COACHES
Randy Floyd, LSCSW, Founder, Clinical Level Therapist
Randy is the founder of Midwest Anxiety. He is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker who is an optimist and passionate about helping people focus on what they can do rather than what they can't do. Randy believes building a strong therapeutic relationship and tapping into a person's strengths are the most essential components of the therapeutic experience. Randy is passionate about changing the way we do mental health. He is focused on making mental health normal, a positive experience. He is also adamant about doing mental health differently. Randy believes the "old ways" suggest mental health is for the "broken" or "mentally ill." Randy believes that "Everyone Struggles." Sure. Some people struggle more than others, but everyone struggles with something. With this belief, Randy is focused on providing a wide range of programs and services to help people be mentally well ;) Go give Randy a fist bump on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Meg Hefferon MA, LPC, NCC, Masters Level Therapist, Independent Contractor
Meg has worked in a variety of treatment settings as a clinical mental health therapist, including inpatient hospitals, college campuses, K-12 schools and non-profit and private practice outpatient counseling centers. Before launching her counseling career, Meg had a variety of professional experiences including being a Division I collegiate coach, teaching English classes in Japan, as well as teaching and coaching at various K-12 institutions in the Kansas City area.
Meg is experienced in treating patients presenting with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, school and work difficulties, relationship issues, trauma, perfectionism, developmental difficulties, suicidal ideation and identity struggles. Meg specializes in working with families and individuals of all ages, though she particularly loves working with teenagers, young adults and athletes.
Meg tailors her therapeutic approach to the unique needs and goals of each individual, and is passionate about helping patients understand themselves more deeply, and become empowered within their own lives.
SCHEDULE
We’ll meet on Saturdays from 8:00am-9:30am.
8:00am – 9:00am: Walk, jog, or run together. Everyone moves at their own pace while we get outside, move our bodies, and challenge ourselves.
9:00am – 9:30am: Hang out and connect. Families can grab a bite to eat at the Market or let the kids play in the park while parents spend time getting to know one another.
LOCATION
Check the group portal for the most up-to-date location details and meeting spot information.
FEE
$25.00 per week. The fee covers the entire family, so parents and kids are welcome to participate together.
CANCELLATION POLICY
We know life gets busy. If you are unable to participate in a session, please cancel at least 24 hours in advance and you will not be charged.
REGISTRATION
Spots are limited. To guarantee a place in the group, please register early.
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