Saturday Striders Run Club

A casual, supportive Saturday running group for middle-schoolers (ages 10 & up) to stay active, build confidence, and enjoy moving together.

This club is all about showing up, moving, and being part of a positive community. No competitions, no pressure.

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WHY

Get children active and reduce childhood obesity and its complications
Teach children about healthy eating habits that they can sustain into adulthood
Model the importance of good character and how it applies to success in life
Show children how to set and achieve goals and complete a 5K road race
Create a ripple effect in schools & communities when children motivate others to get involved

WEEKLY MEET-UP STRUCTURE

WHEN: Saturdays, beginning on February 7, 2026
TIME: 10:30 am – 11:00 am
LENGTH: ~90 minutes (this was one area where kids said they wish they had more time!)
PLACE: FFMS (same Go Far pick-up location); perhaps other locations depending on participation

WARM UP
RUN
- Runs will include different routes, workouts (intervals, tempo runs, etc.), mystery runs, and more!
COOL DOWN

SAFETY

Though the Run Club is free, registration is required.
Hydration during colder months is important! Please bring a water bottle.
Dress in warm layers!

OTHER NOTES

Every pace is welcome. Walking is okay!
We support a positive, encouraging environment for every runner with every ability.
This is open to anyone! No running experience required.

COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS

Weekly meeting time and location will be communicated via social media and email the week of SSRC.
Cancellations and weather reminders will be communicated in a timely manner.

WHY

WEEKLY MEET-UP STRUCTURE

SAFETY

OTHER NOTES

COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS

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