About Us
How it all Started
After working at two running shoe stores in Northern Virginia with little to no employee training, I was fired for providing customer service above and beyond that which the owners wanted to offer the customers.
One owner was fond of saying that "people are stupid and need to be told what to do." I was ordered to tell the customers what to buy, without explanation, and get to the next person.
At VA Runner we will take what ever time is necessary to determine and explain our clients needs. We feel it is important that our clients understand why certain shoes may be more appropriate for them than others.
Meet the Staff
Owner, Jeff Van Horn
B.A.A. Sports Medicine and Exercise Science
- Northern Virginia's foremost expert on running biomechanics, injuries and running shoes
- Biomechanist to GMU, JMU and VMI Track and XC programs
- Former Athletic Trainer at Potomac HS
- 1981 New Jersey XC Champion. NJ All Century XC Team
- NJCAA 5,000 meter All American
- PR's: 5K 14:17, 10K 30:05, 13.1 68:00, Marathon 2:39:00.
Employment Opportunities
VA Runner is currently seeking full and part time associates for the Woodbridge and Clifton locations.
Potential applicants should possess a caring attitude with an eye for detail and a desire for consistent self improvement.
A love of running or walking, and a willingness to help others who enjoy running or walking, is a definite plus.
We provide a comprehensive on-the-job training program, a relaxed and friendly work environment and generous wages and employee incentives.
Please apply in person at the VA Runner Woodbridge location. For more information please email customerservice@varunner.com