The Running Company

Geelong, Victoria

The Running Company – Geelong was opened by current owner, Scott Nicholas in September of 2010. Scott aimed to service the runners of Geelong by providing a “hub” for the running community to visit for group runs, footwear, training advice, nutrition and accessories. Basically, The Running Company Geelong would be a spot to talk running with runners! Over the years the store has employed over 20 local community members ranging from podiatrists, physiotherapists right through to elite athletes. The one thing in common with all staff is their passion for running and footwear. Three of these staff have even gone on to open their own store in other regions!

One of the staff members was Jacques Verstraten. Jacques loved the community which had been built so much that his family ended up buying business from Scott. Jacques has that same passion for footwear and running and it’s been ingrained in him by his family who live and breathe running! Both his Dad Jack, who was a very handy marathon runner in his day and his Mum being a coach for Athletics Victoria have running in their veins, as such, it’s a natural fit to have such a qualified and well informed family take over the reins and put their own spin on what has been built.

The shop is located in the central region of Pakington St, 1.2km from the waterfront and 2km from the Barwon River trails. Easily accessible from Geelong train station, many customers choose to pop in on their way to and from their cbd workplaces. If you’re keeping up with the booming Geelong café culture, you’ll be in luck – plenty of wonderful options all within a 5 minute walk!