About the B.A.A.
MISSION STATEMENT
Established in 1887, the Boston Athletic Association is a non-profit organization with a mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running.
VISION STATEMENT
The Boston Athletic Association is committed to a world where all people can access and benefit from running and an active lifestyle.
About the B.A.A.
about us
Among the nation's oldest athletic clubs, the Boston Athletic Association was established on March 15, 1887.
B.A.A. Events
As the Boston Marathon has grown over the years, so has the breadth of the Boston Athletic Association’s events.
Boston Marathon
The B.A.A. has organized the Boston Marathon since the event’s inception in 1897.
Team B.A.A.
Today’s B.A.A. Running Club is comprised of a dedicated corps of athletes with diverse running backgrounds and competitive goals.