what this is
cooldown university is your chance to launch and lead a run club on your campus — backed by a national brand, real partners, and a built-in community. you’re not just joining a club. you’re running one.
this is part community, part creative project, part entrepreneurial experience.
why start one
starting a cooldown university chapter puts you in a real leadership role with real-world experience — the kind that actually translates after graduation.
you’ll gain hands-on experience in:
- marketing and social media
- event planning and community building
- leadership and team management
- working directly with national and local brands
- growing and managing something from the ground up
This is founder-level experience, with support.
how it works
as a cooldown university leader, you'll:
- build a run club that's completely your vibe
- host runs, socials, and campus events
- collaborate with brands like Red Bull, Altra, and more
- build real connections with brands you could one day work for
- unlock paid opportunities tied to events, partnerships, and growth
- meet cool people across campus (and beyond it)
- go for a group run, then grab beers after
cooldown provides:
- brand credibility and national partnerships
- marketing assets, templates, and guidance
- apparel, sponsorship, and event support
- direct access to the cooldown team
- a network of leaders at other universities
You bring the ideas. We help you turn them into something real.
who we want
this is for students who:
- want real experience and real opportunities
- are interested in startups, marketing, events, or brand work
- like the idea of building something that can grow
- want to make connections — and some money — along the way
no pace requirements. just show up and lead.