A running club based in Tallahassee, the capital of Florida. GWTC also sponsors a racing team and publishes a newsletter, "The Fleet Foot," eleven times a year.
Founded in 1975, as of May 2011, 1,392 members in 768 households belonged to the Gulf Winds Track Club. The club hosts a full schedule of races throughout the year on road, track, and trail, from a 50-meter dash to a 50-mile run. Gulf Winds TC and its members also support other running and fitness related activities and events in the community. Grants from the club's Chenoweth Fund support youth running in the Tallahassee area.
Yesterday was Global Running Day!
We got out and enjoyed some great weather at The Big Run hosted by
How did yall spend the holiday?
06/02/2026
This year will mark the 50th anniversary of the Tallahassee Turkey Trot!! 🎉🦃
Thank you to everyone who has helped make this incredible milestone possible. 🧡
We cannot wait to celebrate this historic year with all of you on November 26, 2026!
06/01/2026
Summer Track is back! Jointly hosted by Gulf Winds Track Club and Tallahassee Parks and Recreation,
the track events are held every Thursday at 6:45 p.m. at the Maclay School Track.
It’s free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome! Starts on Thursday June 4!
ENTER ON MACLAY ROAD AND FOLLOW THE ROAD TO THE RIGHT TO GET TO THE SCHOOL TRACK.
Our newest episode is here: Fueling for Endurance Athletes.
Host Mickey Moore welcomes Dr. Mike Ormsbee, director of the Florida State University Institute of Sports Sciences & Medicine (ISSM), and Cooper Kework, a first-year doctoral student in exercise physiology at Florida State University, for an informative and engaging conversation about the science of running performance.
The episode explores fueling, nutrition, hydration, sleep and body composition, helping listeners navigate a fitness and nutrition landscape that can often feel overwhelming. The conversation also debunks common myths while also offering practical, research-backed guidance on protein intake, hydration strategies and building healthy sleep habits.
05/23/2026
1 week until Summer Trail Series kicks off, and only a few spots remain! If you’re looking to fill your race calendar during the hot summer months here’s 4 great trail races.
https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Tallahassee/GWTCSummerTrailSeries
We currently have an opening for someone to lead our Beginning Runner(s) Group this coming fall season!
Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m., from September 24 – November 19, 2025
Where: Korean War Memorial at Cascades Park (1001 South Gadsden)
If you are interested, please contact Emily Webster via email
[email protected].
05/20/2026
Final few days of voting in the 2026 Best of Tallahassee! We love the We Run This Town Podcast, take a moment to vote for it under Best Local Podcast
https://www.tallahasseemagazine.com/best-of-tallahassee-26ballot/
Once on the page, scroll to the ENTERTAINMENT section and find "Best Local Podcast". In that category, simply copy/paste this: "We Run This Town - Gulf Winds Track Club podcast". Of course, you can fill out any/all of the other sections as well. To complete the process, you will need to select the SUBMIT button at the bottom of the listing. Voting ends May 31st.
05/18/2026
GWTC Tri Club Social!
Join us tomorrow evening, Monday, May 18, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at OLOGY Northside for our club Social Hour.
Pizza will be provided for all club members. We hope to see you there!
05/11/2026
Don’t bring your watch on June 6th, we’re pacing using pure vibes. This Grand Prix event even has a potluck meal after. Register now for the 2026 Potluck Bash Prediction Run! And remember it’s not about who’s fastest, its about finding your own pace.
2023 photos from
05/04/2026
It’s that time again!!! SMIRF and Strider Running Camp is a great group for Elementary and Middle schoolers. Attendance can be flexible to accommodate other summer activities. All skill levels welcome! We encourage parent participation, as well!