Trusted by 500+ CPG Brands

Sample at NDSS with Recess

Reach 124.9K++ runners across 29 NDSS locations nationwide. Turnkey sampling activations with measurable retail attribution—powered by shopper data from Walmart, Kroger, and 6,000+ top retailers.

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NDSS product sampling
0+
Samples at NDSS
124.9K+
Consumer Reach
29
NDSS Locations
7%+
Avg Engagement Rate

Trusted by Leading Brands

Liquid I.V.
Red Bull
Clif Bar
KIND
Kraft Heinz
Anheuser-Busch
La Croix
GT's Kombucha

Reach Consumers Where They Run

NDSS locations deliver engaged runners in premium, brand-safe environments.

Audience

Reach runners during . NDSS's 124.9K++ runners are —making them ideal for brands in .

Premium Brand Environment

NDSS is a trusted destination for runners. Your brand appears alongside a curated experience, not in a cluttered retail aisle.

Retailer Shopper Targeting

Target NDSS locations with the highest index of Walmart, Kroger, Target, or your priority retail shoppers. We use retailer data to match your brand with NDSS locations most likely to drive sales at your target stores.

Turnkey at Scale

Activate 29 NDSS locations with a single campaign. We handle fulfillment, coordination with NDSS teams, and execution—you just approve and ship product.

Omnichannel Amplification

Every activation includes digital touchpoints through NDSS's member communications—email, app notifications, and social. Extend your reach beyond the 5K run walls.

Measurable Retail Impact

Attribute NDSS sampling directly to retail sales. Our reporting connects each activation to purchase behavior at your priority retailers.

How It Works

Launch your first sampling campaign in days, not months.

1

Target NDSS Locations

Use geo-targeting and retailer data to identify which NDSS locations have the highest concentration of your target shoppers.

2

Launch Your Campaign

We coordinate directly with NDSS HQ and local teams. Products ship to your selected locations, and NDSS staff execute the activation.

3

Measure Retail Impact

Track brand awareness, purchase intent, and sales lift at your priority retailers. See exactly how NDSS sampling drives revenue.

What Brands Are Saying

Real feedback from brands that have activated at NDSS locations

Working with NDSS to host energy drink sampling at our weekly 5K events has been fantastic. Our runners appreciate the free product, and we've built a great relationship with the brand that's led to ongoing sponsorship opportunities. The whole process was seamless from booking to execution.

RI

Riverside Running Club

Brand Partner

We partnered with a nutrition bar company through NDSS and saw incredible engagement during our monthly 5K race. The sampling station became a natural gathering point post-race, and our participants loved the interactive demo. Plus, it helped offset our event costs while giving our community real value.

CO

Coastal Wellness Events

Brand Partner

NDSS connected us with a sports apparel brand for our inaugural 5K fundraiser, and it was one of the best decisions we made. The activation drew extra participants, created buzz on social media, and the brand's team was professional and collaborative throughout. Our attendees are still talking about how well-curated the experience felt.

UR

Urban Trail Collective

Brand Partner

Frequently Asked Questions

How does pricing work?
You pay a flat cost per sample distributed. Pricing varies by venue type, geography, and campaign size. There are no hidden fees, no platform costs, and no long-term commitments required. We provide a detailed proposal before any campaign begins.
What kind of venues can I target?
Recess works with 10,000+ venues across dozens of categories including fitness studios, yoga studios, gyms, coworking spaces, salons, spas, hotels, and more. You can filter by venue type, location, audience demographics, and traffic volume to find the perfect match for your brand.
How do I track results and measure ROI?
Every campaign includes a real-time dashboard showing samples distributed, venue locations, photo recaps, and consumer feedback. After each campaign, you receive a detailed report with engagement metrics, geographic reach, and venue-level performance data to measure impact.
What is the minimum order for a campaign?
There is no strict minimum, but we recommend starting with at least 500 samples to generate meaningful data across multiple venues. Most brands start with a pilot in one or two markets and scale from there based on results.