Run with Our Pack: The Dog-Friendly Running Club
At Road To Trail Club, we believe the best running buddies have four legs. Join our early morning sessions in Cubbon Park where humans and our local park dogs hit the pavement together.
My journey from a solo runner to a coach and a dog lover. If you believe in the power of running and the joy of a "pawlationship", you will fit right in with our club.
This is Pollyappa, one of our favorite four-legged photobombers. Our runs are never complete without a hello from our parkie friends.
A heartwarming moment when we found a lost dog in Cubbon Park and successfully reunited him with his family after 10 days. Community means looking out for everyone, including our furry friends.
When you're ready for a serious run but the adorable Cubbon Park canine squad has other plans. These are the best kinds of interruptions.
People often ask for a good therapist, and I always suggest two things: running, and the unconditional love of our paw friends.
Taking a break during a run to spend a quiet moment with one of our regular parkies. These interactions are the soul of our club.
A simple handshake with a furry friend during an early morning run. It's these small moments of connection that make our community special.
About this collection
When we’re out for our 5:30 AM tempo runs or hill repeats, don't be surprised if one of our regular park dogs decides to join the pace. These aren't just stray dogs; they are part of the RTC family. We treat them like teammates—they get the cheers, the water breaks, and yes, sometimes they even coach us on finding the joy in a slow, easy run.
Running isn't just about the personal best or the sub-2-hour half marathon. It’s about the energy you bring to the pavement. We train at Cubbon Park because it’s the lung of Namma Bengaluru. It’s quiet at 5:30 AM, and it’s the home turf for the stray dogs we’ve befriended.
We combine structured intervals, tempo runs, and hill sprints with a dog-friendly vibe. You might find yourself doing mountain climbers while a four-legged friend naps nearby. It’s grounding, and it reminds us why we run in the first place.
Our 'pawlationship' is real. We’ve even reunited lost dogs with their owners during our runs. If you’re looking for a group that cares about performance but doesn't take itself too seriously, you’ve found your spot. We train Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, rain or shine. No excuses—just movement, post-run chai, and a community that looks out for one another.
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I'm Sujith. I started running as just another guy on the road, but Cubbon Park and its canine crew turned it into my passion project. Now, I lead a tribe that focuses on training hard while making sure we look out for each other and our furry parkies.
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