Dream Run Camp

02/19/2025

❗️🎙️❗️Tune in this Thursday to our DREAM RUN LIVE on IG at 5pm MST / 7pm EST for NAU’s very own Cael Grotenhuis! A 5k & 10k specialist hailing from Slinger, Wisconsin 🧀

🏆 Big Sky Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championship: Secured 1st place in the 10,000 meters with a time of 29:39.28.
🏆 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track & Field Championships: Placed 14th in the 10,000 meters, setting a personal best of 28:31.64.
🏆 Finished 9th in the 5,000 meters with a time of 13:59.63.
🏆 Bryan Clay Invitational: Recorded a personal best of 13:38.96 in the 5,000 meters, securing 1st place.

🗣️Hear Cael’s inspiring story and his insights on the mental fortitude required for long-distance events and dealing with all the highs & lows of collegiate athletics.

02/04/2025

🪵🪓 This Thursday we’ll be chopping it up with a real Flagstaff Lumberjack - NAU’s Distance Running Star Drew Bosley () 🪵🪓

🗓️ LIVE ON IG @ 5pm MST / 7pm EST Thursday, Feb 6th 🗓️

🎙️ Join Coach Matt along with Dream Run coach ,and Drew’s former NAU teammate, Jack Shea () as they sit down with and dive into the extraordinary journey of Drew Bosley, one of the top distance runners in NCAA history.

🏅A standout for Northern Arizona University, Drew has made his mark on the collegiate running scene with record-breaking performances, fierce competitiveness, and an inspiring dedication to the sport.

🧀 Hailing from Thiensville, Wisconsin, Drew was born into the sport. As the son of Andy Bosley, a renowned coach, he developed a deep passion for running from an early age. His high school days at Homestead High School set the stage for his dominance, but it was at NAU where he truly became one of the best collegiate distance runners in the country.

🏃‍♂️At NAU, Drew has been instrumental in multiple NCAA Cross Country National Championships and has built an impressive list of accolades, including:

🏆 3rd place at the 2022 NCAA Cross Country Championships
🏆 5th place at the 2023 NCAA Cross Country Championships
🏆 Collegiate Record Holder in the 3,000 meters (7:36.42, Indoor)
🏆 Big Sky Conference Champion & Record Holder
🏆 Multiple NCAA All-American Honors (Cross Country, Indoor & Outdoor Track)
🏆 NAU School Record Holder in the 5,000 meters (13:13.26, Indoor)
🏆 Top-3 finisher at the NCAA Indoor Championships (3,000m & 5,000m)
🏆 One of the fastest NCAA 10,000m runners in history (28:18.02 PR)

🔥 1,500m: 3:39.32 (Outdoor)
🔥 Mile: 3:51.25 (Indoor)
🔥 3,000m: 7:36.42 (Indoor, NCAA Record)
🔥 5,000m: 13:13.26 (Indoor, NAU Record) / 13:25.90 (Outdoor)
🔥 10,000m: 28:18.02 (Outdoor)

Tune in at 5pm MST / 7pm EST Thursday, Feb 6th 🗓️ to Dream Run LIVE ON IG and get ready to be inspired by one of the best in the game!

01/29/2025

🚨We’ve got a big one this Thursday! 🚨

🎙️Ben Rosario ( joins us for Dream Run Live on IG. He’ll sit down with Coach Matt to discuss new beginnings as the CEO of . And of course his legendary run as the former head coach and executive director of NAZ Elite.

📕Ben & Matt have a long and storied history which was famously documented in Matt’s book Running The Dream. So this promises to be a deep and illuminating conversation you don’t want to miss.

🤳We go live on Instagram at 5pm MST / 7pm EST. And we’ll be taking questions for Ben & Matt in the chat for all the inquiring minds out there.

Be there or be 🔲

01/23/2025

We’re excited to have Elise Thorner () on Dream Run Live tonight. Join Coach Matt Fitzgerald and Elise tonight at 5pm MST/ 7pm EST for an in depth chat about all aspects of life on and off the track.

Elise currently competes in steeplechase for Great Britain and New Balance. She’s rising star in the world of track and field, known for her tenacity, versatility, and grit on the international stage. Originally from Bridgwater, England, Elise’s career took flight when she moved to the US to compete for The University of New Mexico, a top national program, earning three NCAA First-Team All-American honors.

In 2023, Elise transferred to another top program at the University of Florida, where she elevated her career even further. Known for her relentless work ethic, Elise set the school record in the 3000m steeplechase with a blazing time of 9:28.49

Whether it’s training in the mountains of Flagstaff or the elite tracks of Europe, Elise continues to push boundaries with her unwavering determination and her eye on future Olympic dreams.

Beyond the track, Elise is equally passionate about learning and leadership. In May 2024, she earned an undergraduate certificate in Sports Management from the University of Florida, balancing academics with the demands of elite competition. She’s known for her thoughtful approach to life, whether mentoring younger athletes, pursuing her education, or taking time to connect with her family and friends back in England.

12/06/2024

After all that Thanksgiving turkey, you might have been thinking a little more about your diet this week. If you've ever thought about fasting, here's Coach Matt's take:

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12/04/2024

When we first opened Dream Run Camp, we started with a five-passenger vehicle. Since then, we've upgraded to a seven-passenger ride, and now we’re cruising in style with a 12-seat Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van! If you're in Flagstaff, keep an eye out for our Dream Run Camp van in town, stop by, and introduce yourself to our athletes!

When Dream Run Camp launched in May 2023, our only vehicle was a five-passenger Tesla Model S. It proved adequate initially, as we had only a trickle of athletes coming through the camp. But as the business grew, we eventually outgrew the car, which I traded in last year for a seven passenger Mazda....

12/02/2024

We’re in the giving mood: Take **15% OFF** your future stay at Dream Run Camp during our CYBER MONDAY SALE! Click here to get started:👉 https://dreamruncamp.com/packages-and-pricing/ - then fill out the questionnaire using the code "DRC15" in the title/interest box. The discount code is valid all week but don't delay, we hope to see you at Camp next year!! 😎

11/29/2024

BLACK FRIDAY SALE! 💥Save 50% on your first month's subscription to Dream Run Club and get personalized coaching from the one and only, coach Matt Fitzgerald! Use "DreamRun50" at checkout to sign up now. 👉https://dreamruncamp.com/dream-run-club-home/

Key notes:
- Discount for new Club members only
- Valid Friday 11/29 through 12/2 at midnight.
- Only valid on coaching services, not a Dream Run Camp stay

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11/27/2024

Diane Miller on the WHY for joining us at Dream Run Camp:

"I’m fifty-six years old. I am a writer and a runner. I took my life back. I’m all in, and I want to go to camp. The BIG camp. Dream Run Camp. I want to throw myself in joyfully, unapologetically, and push past my perceived limits. I want to show up at camp and go through all of the anticipated phases: the nerves, the honeymoon, the settling-in-to-the-routine, the doubt, the elation, the grind, the breakthrough, the what-am-I-doing-here, the thank-god-I-came-here, and all of the other phases I can’t possibly imagine. I want to find out who I am and what I can do when I am immersed in the daily life of a pro athlete."

Read her full story.

Why go to Dream Run Camp? Click here to read Diane's story and reason for taking her running passion to the next level!

11/25/2024

"What I bring to the table here at Dream Run Camp are all the attributes of my father: positivity, selflessness, passion, and maybe a Miller Lite here and there. I am here to serve and wash the feet of runners who have a dream. I want to give to others what my father gave to me: a dream and an opportunity." -Matt Fitzgerald. As we kick off Thanksgiving week, read Matt's heartfelt story about his father, his inspiration and how he ended up back in Flag.

“My father loved running & I loved my father.” —Matt Fitzgerald I sincerely believed that I would live in Jersey for the rest of my life. I had no intention of moving back to Flagstaff after attending Northern Arizona University for five years. Don’t misinterpret my words; attending NAU and ...

11/22/2024

Hey Boston Qualifiers! Have you heard of our Boston Bootcamp—it's the perfect opportunity to supercharge your preparation alongside fellow qualifiers. Hosted in the breathtaking high-altitude runner’s paradise of Flagstaff, Arizona, this immersive two-week retreat is designed to maximize your training during this crucial peak and taper period. Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your race day readiness. Book your spot below and get ready to make your mark in Boston!

Boston Boot Camp Congratulations! You’ve qualified for Boston. That’s a big deal. But do you know what’s even better than qualifying? Having a great race in Boston! That’s where Dream Run Camp comes in. Boston Boot Camp is a pro-style training experience for Boston qualifiers who want to max...

11/20/2024

This week, our Dream Run Camper highlight goes to Sue McDonald, who visited us from London, UK! Here are some lovely words from Sue's experience at Dream Run Camp:

"It’s a big leap of faith booking into a training camp. I was concerned about safety, comfort and generally whether camp life would suit me as a self-confessed introvert. Fast forward 5 weeks and I have enjoyed the most incredible life experience at Dream Run Camp. I have gained many things during my stay, but most unexpectedly, I have totally reconnected with my deep joy and love of running.

I have fallen in love with Flagstaff, having been taken to the most perfect running locations with wild sunflowers and blue skies, that I would never have found on my own. I always felt safe. I was able to follow my own training schedule and yet fit in really well with the group, learning and taking inspiration from the other housemates (from a complete mix of backgrounds, events and abilities) and with daily input from coach Matt. "

Thank you Sue, for telling us about your experience at camp, solo traveling can be quite daunting, especially for women and for those traveling to locations that you've never been to before! We're so happy to hear that you felt safe and that you got so much from your time in Flagstaff too. Thanks again Sue! 💙💛🧡