Our mission

Support the Santa Barbara Running Community
Become a Member of the SBAA!

Membership not only provides you with some great discounts such as 10% off at the Santa Barbara Running company and a cool technical trucker hat, it helps build a strong and vibrant running community.  SBAA provides critical support to the Club West Junior High School Cross Country Program, Special Olympics of Santa Barbara Track and Field athletes and High School Cross Country and Track Programs.  Additionally, we celebrate our community's runners through the year-long Grand Prix Competition, annual Banquet and numerous social events.  

New in 2019:  Your SBAA membership will automatically enroll you in the Grand Prix Competition, approximately 10 local races per year with your race results matched up against other SBAA members in your age group and the top three recognized at our annual banquet in December! 

Build a stronger running Community in Santa Barbara!

Elings Terrain Festival Added to SBAA's Portfolio of Races

SBAA has taken on the management of the popular Elings Terrain Festival.  This great multi-race event raises funds for the the three local public HS XC programs as well as Elings Park trail maintenance.  Paul Bradford, the architect of the annual event will continue to serve as an advisor. Be sure to check out all of the information!