The CARA Racing Team experience is designed for athletes who are interested in taking their running career to the next level, while also serving as a leader within the community. We sponsor an Open Women, Open Men, Masters Men, and Masters Women's team. This is an application based program with limited roster space.

 

Racing team members will gain access to exclusive running gear and racing benefits. Team members are also called upon to be active members of the running community and volunteer at Go' Runs™, hydration stations and other CARA events. 

 

The goal of this team is to not only provide a competitive outlet for Chicagoland's strongest runners, but to also build community and connection between the beginner and elite elements of the sport.

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Mission Statement: 

The mission of the CARA Racing Team is to provide competitive opportunities and support for runners in the Chicagoland area.   

 

Vision Statement:

The CARA Racing Team strives to be a regional and national leader in competitive runner support, while providing volunteerism opportunities within the running community. Our team is dedicated to inspiring positive change and inspiration through the sport of running. 

 

Values:

The Chicago Area Runners Association is the largest running club in the Midwest, and one of the largest clubs in the country. CARA services runners from all backgrounds and ability levels. The CARA Racing Team is the organization’s endeavor to better reach high performing runners looking to benefit from the CARA group training model while also contributing to the Chicago running community.