YOU’RE WELCOME AT COTTAGE GROVE MOMS ON THE RUN

At Cottage Grove Moms on the Run, we’re all about inspiring and transforming women (not just moms) through a lifestyle of fitness, fun and friendship. Whether you’re looking to walk, learn to run, or tackle another marathon, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Our coached group runs and workout classes cater to all fitness levels. The diverse range of workout classes, running plans, and half and full marathon training programs improves strength, flexibility, speed and endurance. But we’re not just about fitness – it’s about forging meaningful connections along the way.

Join Cottage Grove Moms on the Run today and become part of something special. Join our group of amazing women all embracing the journey toward a healthier, happier life.

Spring/Summer Training Session

Our cardiovascular interval training classes for all levels include strength training, stretching and education. Our Learn to Run program will help you safely build up to your first 5k race. Walkers and experienced runners, improve your speed and endurance with an interval training schedule designed to maximize your fitness levels. *** This session will only run until July 31,2026.

COTTAGE GROVE CLASS SCHEDULE

30 minutes of Cardio + Strength & Stretching! These classes use cardio intervals to improve metabolism and cardiovascular fitness.  Beginning runners will learn to run, moving from mostly walking to running as they progress, with the goal of completing a 5K distance at the end of the season. Experienced runners will complete 30 minutes of interval training to improve their running speed and fitness levels, with workouts designed by our National Fitness Director.

Our weekly endurance run allows our runners to walk or jog for 30 to 45+ minutes. This class option offers a steady pace cardio workout with an option to focus on increasing mileage, for those interested in training for a 10K, half marathon or beyond. This class meets at Glacial Valley Park

Winter Class Schedule:

Track and Strength: Mondays at 6:30pm.   (move outside March 16)

Total Body Conditioning: Wednesdays at 6:00pm Virtual 

Endurance Run/Walk: Saturdays at 7:30am

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Please contact cottagegrove@momsontherun.com with any questions

Spring/Summer Training

April 20-July 31, 2026

Flex 10 Class Pass – $149

Flex 20 Class Pass – $249

 

Winter Training

January 12 – April 11, 2026

Class passes are still available – contact us for details                                  

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1 Class/Week: $49/month
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​*Note: You may pause your Cottage Grove subscription for up to two months, and you will be charged a $10 administration fee. You may cancel at any time after your first payment.  We require 30 days’ written notice, and you will be charged a $25 administration fee. Email cottagegrove@momsontherun.com to request a pause or cancellation of your subscription.

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OWNER & HEAD COACH CHARLY MCDANOLD

My name is Charlyn McDanold. I am a wife, a mom of 3 busy kids and the lucky owner and head coach of Cottage Grove Moms on the Run for the last 7 years!!

One of my most FAVORITE things is getting to help women take an hour for themselves, to fill their cups, surround themselves with a supportive team to do life with and to help them see they deserve to have goals too. Don’t think you need to see where you are at before you try us out. We want you RIGHT WHERE YOU ARE and we will motivate, support and take steps with you to where you want to be.

Celebrate MOMS & Strong Women Everywhere!

Mother's Day weekend, May 9 or 10

You are officially invited to a Mother's Day weekend PARTY! Celebrate Moms — and strong women everywhere — at a special class and social event that will take place either Saturday or Sunday, May 9 or 10, at participating locations around the country. We will be meeting up locally to have a casual, all-levels, Moms on the Run style workout, followed by some refreshments and fun. Meet other like-minded local women and get some girlfriend time! You deserve it, Moms!
 
Registration will be available soon to attend your local event. Stay tuned for your free tickets! We can't wait to Celebrate MOMS with you. 
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WELCOME MEMBERS

We’re thrilled to have you as part of our community. We appreciate you and are here to cheer you on every step of the way!

To access your class schedule, update payment information or make changes to your profile, visit your member account.

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FRANCHISE OWNER:

Charlyn McDanold

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COTTAGE GROVE LOCATION DETAILS

Glaical Valley Park
9900 Ravine Pkwy S
Cottage Grove, MN

Spring/Summer Location 2025

Fall Location 2025


Park High School Activity Center

8040 80th St S Cottage Grove, MN

Indoor Winter Location


Pine Tree Valley Park
8431 Indian Blvd.
Cottage Grove, MN 

Alternate location 


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THE MOTR DIFFERENCE

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Our weekly steady paced cardio workouts are designed to help participants build endurance and either increase their mileage, maintain their running base, or add in an additional interval workout.  

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Our friendly and professional coaching staff, including certified fitness instructors, offers additional support and expert advice.

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Encouragement and accountability are our forte. Over time, you will form friendships that will help you stay accountable to regular exercise, the program and to each other. Our members-only Facebook group provides support outside of class and helps us stay connected. ​

year-round programming

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SPRING AND SUMMER: SIGNATURE TRAINING

Our signature training program lets you attend classes from 1 to 5 times per week. We strongly recommend choosing an interval class at least once a week, which includes a higher level of structure and support. From walkers to runners, women will start at their own level and progress throughout the season.

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FALL: STRENGTH + CARDIO BOOT CAMP

Our strength and cardio boot camp offers a variety of workout options to help you get fit. We’ll help maximize your metabolism by providing run/walk high intensity interval training (HIIT) at your level. Enhance your fitness level by improving strength, muscle tone, speed and agility.

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WINTER: POLAR RUN AND INDOOR TRAINING

Our Polar run offers you a way to maintain the running endurance you built up during the summer and fall, while staying accountable and motivating during the long, cold winter months.

We also host virtual and indoor strength-training classes.

MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON TRAINING PLANS

Moms on the Run offers training programs and social media groups to current customers who are training for a marathon or half marathon.

Our training plans have been designed by our National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson.

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