Join the Sugarloaf Mountain Athletic Club

Fitness, fun, and competition

Whether you’re a seasoned racer, a casual jogger, or just getting into the sport, the Sugarloaf Mountain Athletic Club welcomes you! Our mission is to promote running as a fun, inclusive, and competitive activity for athletes of all levels in Western Massachusetts.

No matter your speed or experience—whether you’re a sprinter, ultra-runner, or somewhere in between—you’ll find a supportive community here. We offer opportunities to train, race, and share the joy of running with others who are passionate about staying active, whether for health, competition, or just the pure joy of movement.

We embrace runners of all ages, from young newcomers discovering the sport to experienced athletes who have plenty of race stories to share. Whether you’re chasing personal records or simply looking to improve your fitness, our club is here to help you reach your goals. Come be a part of our vibrant running family!

Join Us!

Membership Registration for 2026 is now open

Membership Information

SMAC is open to runners of all ages and abilities and we are a member of both USA Track & Field, the premier national governing body of running in the United States, and the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA), the oldest and largest distance running organization in the U.S.

2026 Annual Membership Rates

(January 1 – December 31)
Individual-$30   Couple or Family-$40   Youth-$20

SMAC Membership Policy

• Membership Year: All SMAC memberships run from January 1 through December 31 of each year, regardless of the date joined.

• Renewals: Membership renewal for the upcoming year opens on October 1. Current members are encouraged to renew early to ensure uninterrupted benefits.

• New Members: Individuals who join January 1 – September 30 are members for the current calendar year. Individuals who join on or after October 1 will have their membership applied to the upcoming year, and will also enjoy complimentary membership benefits for the remainder of the current year

SMAC’s mission

To promote running as a recreational activity and a competitive sport by providing and supporting running and racing opportunities to all athletes in Western Massachusetts.

SMAC Sponsored Activities

• Weekly 5K cross-country races April through August
• Group Runs
• Organized club track workouts Summer, Fall and now winter!
• Youth Track League at Smith College in June
• Ron Hebert 8-Mile Road Race in April
• Summit Run 5K up Mt. Holyoke in September
• The New England Green River Marathon in August
• Organized winter youth track program
• Monthly Board meetings (open to all)
• Official SMAC Branded Gear to show your SMAC Pride!
• Annual Club Meeting in January

Other Benefits to SMAC Members

• Club Newsletter: SMAC members receive issues of the club’s newsletter, The Sugarloaf Sun, as it is published.
• Marathon Sports Discount: SMAC members enjoy 10% discount on running items at Marathon Sports on Pleasant Street in Northampton.
• Boston Marathon Lottery for Volunteering at SMAC Races: SMAC members are eligible to enter the SMAC  Boston Marathon lottery. Each year, the club is given a number of Boston Marathon applications for non-qualifiers, to be distributed among interested club members via a random drawing.
  • To be eligible for the entry lottery, a member must 1) have been a paid member of the club for at least 7 months leading up to the drawing, AND; 2) be a legal resident of Hampden, Hampshire, or Franklin County, Massachusetts AND; 3) have volunteered for at least one SMAC race (or volunteered at the Boston Marathon as a representative of SMAC) during the year leading up to the drawing.

Ready to join (or renew your current membership)?

Sign up now, at https://www.runreg.com/smacmembership