The Rufus Racing Team is a group of people in the Four States Area who train and race together in endurance sports. Why do something alone when you can do it with the new friends you’ve made? With group training, social opportunities, race support and lots of other perks why not be a team member?

We currently offer training groups in Joplin and Pittsburg. We also have a "national team" for our members who are 100 miles away or farther- email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more info

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What endurance sports does the Rufus Racing Team participate in?

Running

Road Cycling

Mountain Biking

Triathlon

Adventure Racing

Being on a team sounds like something for the “Elite” athlete. Is the team for me?

If you are 18 years of age or older, a human, like people, and enjoy or want to learn an endurance sport then the team is for you!

The team is comprised of over 100 members: male and female, ex-couch potatoes, ex-athletes, moms, dads, college students, retired members, those who are trying to lose weight, those trying to gain weight, some who race and some not interested in racing. The team is friendly, supportive, and inclusive to everyone so you should check us out!

Team Leader:

Why it’s Rufus herself of course: Ruth Sawkins who is an ACSM certified personal trainer and USA Triathlon level 1 certified coach. She has been racing for twelve years and coaching for eight in endurance sports. She is especially experienced with beginners/newbies and loves helping people perfect their abilities or try something new. Training groups also have exp erts in their sport leading groups and available for instruction/help for the team members.                  

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