From first kilometre to first finish line
Starting to run is less about speed than building belief, routine and enough patience to keep showing up.
Run clubs, ambassadors, volunteers, and the runners who make CCR what it is.
Real experiences from the people who train, run, volunteer and move with Capital City Race.
“I ran the Capital City Race in 2024. Omo, it was a great experience. I registered alongside my sister and cousins. The finisher medal was so fine. I still have it hung in my room. My sister also won goodies at the finish point.”
Rebecca Bassey
“I enjoy going for walks. My home girls and I walk round my estate every Saturday. When the CCR started in 2024, it was only natural for us to register. Moreso because it’s in Ikeja. I’ve now run both editions and I look forward to doing it again come November.”
Nike Oyetubo
“I missed the first edition in 2024 but I got to participate last year. It stretched me and I can’t wait for race registration to open for 2026. We go gather dey.”
Osazee Iyamu
Community leaders hosting training runs and spreading the CCR movement in the lead-up to race day.
From hydration stations to bib collection. Race day runs on volunteers.
Lagos has an active running club community. CCR hosts CCR-branded community training runs in the lead-up to race day through our Ambassador Programme — here’s a directory of run crews to train with.
A community-driven running club in Ojo welcoming runners and walkers of every fitness level.
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An inclusive Lagos Mainland running community making movement accessible across ages, paces and fitness levels.
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A supportive Lagos running community focused on physical fitness, mental wellness, consistency and connection.
All LevelsOpen community View club detailsRun a club and want to be listed? Email hello@capitalcityrace.com with your schedule and meeting point.
Runner stories, useful training guidance and personal features from the people moving through our city.
Starting to run is less about speed than building belief, routine and enough patience to keep showing up.
Accountability, shared miles and community can make a training plan easier to sustain—and considerably more enjoyable.
A smooth race morning begins the night before. Organise your kit, transport, breakfast and arrival so you can focus on running.
Lagos running is growing because communities, organisers and volunteers keep creating reasons for people to show up.
A four-week foundation for runners beginning their 10K journey: simple sessions, gradual progress and room to recover.