Cardio Kidz Summer Running Series!
- Date Sun 13th July 2025 - Sun 27th July 2025
- Time 4:00PM CDT
- Location Arlington Heights, Illinois
- Price $38.10
- Races 11 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting summer with the Cardio Kidz Summer Running Series, returning to Arlington Heights, Cook from July 13th to July 27th, 2025! This vibrant three-week event invites kids aged 2-14 of all abilities to join in on the fun and challenge themselves through a variety of age-appropriate running events. Young runners can participate in distances such as the 50 and 100-yard dashes, as well as 1/4-mile, 1/2-mile, and 1-mile runs. For those new to running, an alternate 1/4-mile race provides a fantastic introduction to the joy of running.
The Cardio Kidz program focuses on building social-emotional skills while promoting physical fitness, encouraging participants to embrace the word "COURAGEOUS" in an age-appropriate manner. Each race is designed to foster self-improvement and goal setting, ensuring every child feels accomplished and confident, regardless of their starting point. With a registration fee of $35, participants receive three weeks of races, race bibs, a goal tracker sheet, weekly progress reports, and a finisher medal to celebrate their achievements. Plus, families can enjoy a $5 sibling discount! Don’t miss out
The Cardio Kidz program focuses on building social-emotional skills while promoting physical fitness, encouraging participants to embrace the word "COURAGEOUS" in an age-appropriate manner. Each race is designed to foster self-improvement and goal setting, ensuring every child feels accomplished and confident, regardless of their starting point. With a registration fee of $35, participants receive three weeks of races, race bibs, a goal tracker sheet, weekly progress reports, and a finisher medal to celebrate their achievements. Plus, families can enjoy a $5 sibling discount! Don’t miss out
Organiser's Description
Cardio Kidz is BACK this SUMMER IN ARLINGTON HEIGHTS! LAST SUMMER WE SPREAD THE MISSION TO 107 RUNNERS, HELP US GROW! Join us for a three (3) WEEK RUNNING SERIES FOR KIDS AGES 2-14 OF ALL ABILITIES. Each race takes place once a week on Sunday and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 100-yard dashes, 1/4-mile, 1/2-mile and 1-mile run. KIDS CAN REGISTER TO RUN UP IN DISTANCE FOR A GREATER CHALLENGE. An ALTERNATE 1/4-MILE race is available and a great option for kids new to running. Designed for 2nd-8th graders who may not quite be ready to run their suggested grade distance. And that's OK! We hope they will give it a try and will encourage them every step of the way!
In addition to the physical benefits of running, the program aims to BUILD SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SKILLS. The Cardio Kidz environment is great for the seasoned runner and also those who may never run before. We will focus on the word COURAGEOUS in age-appropriate discussions before each race and will TRACK WEEKLY PROGRESS to promote GOAL SETTING and increase SELF-CONFIDENCE. The emphasis of this series is on self-improvement vs. competition with others. We realize that accomplishments look different for everyone, and it is our goal for every participant to make BIG STRIDES and have FUN while doing so!
Pricing: $35 registration fee includes: Three (3) Weeks of Races, three (3) Race Bibs, Goal Tracker Sheet, Weekly Progress Report and Finisher Medal.
$5 Sibling Discount. Registration is non-refundable.
Rain Date: August 3rd
In addition to the physical benefits of running, the program aims to BUILD SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SKILLS. The Cardio Kidz environment is great for the seasoned runner and also those who may never run before. We will focus on the word COURAGEOUS in age-appropriate discussions before each race and will TRACK WEEKLY PROGRESS to promote GOAL SETTING and increase SELF-CONFIDENCE. The emphasis of this series is on self-improvement vs. competition with others. We realize that accomplishments look different for everyone, and it is our goal for every participant to make BIG STRIDES and have FUN while doing so!
Pricing: $35 registration fee includes: Three (3) Weeks of Races, three (3) Race Bibs, Goal Tracker Sheet, Weekly Progress Report and Finisher Medal.
$5 Sibling Discount. Registration is non-refundable.
Rain Date: August 3rd
Races
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Preschool 2 Years Old - 50 Yard Dash
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks. At this age the kids are just being introduced to running and the structure of a race. We will recognize them in the weekly results with a participation heart. A finisher medal is given out on the final race. -
Preschool 3 Years Old - 50 Yard Dash
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks. At this age the kids are just being introduced to running and the structure of a race. We will recognize them in the weekly results with a participation heart. A finisher medal is given out on the final race. -
Preschool 4 Year Old - 100 Yard Dash
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks; we will record finishing placement weekly to track individual progress; a finisher medal is given out on the final race. The distance is suggested. Children may run up, if they would like an additional challenge, but not down in distance. -
Preschool 5 Years Old - 100 Yard Dash
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks; we will record finishing placement weekly to track individual progress; a finisher medal is given out on the final race. The distance is suggested. Children may run up, if they would like an additional challenge, but not down in distance. -
Kindergarten- 1/4 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks; finishing times will be recorded each week to track individual progress; a finisher medal is given out on the final race. The distance is suggested. Children may register to run up, if they would like an additional challenge, but not down in distance. -
1st Grade- 1/4 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks; finishing times will be recorded each week to track individual progress; a finisher medal is given out on the final race. The distance is suggested. Children may register to run up, if they would like an additional challenge, but not down in distance. -
2nd Grade - 1/2 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks; finishing times will be recorded each week to track individual progress; a finisher medal is given out on the final race. The distance is suggested. Children may register to run up, if they would like an additional challenge, but not down in distance. *See Alternate 1/4-mile race option if you are a beginner runner. -
3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks; finishing times will be recorded each week to track individual progress; a finisher medal is given out on the final race. The distance is suggested. Children may register to run up, if they would like an additional challenge, but not down in distance. *See Alternate 1/4-mile race option if you are a beginner runner. -
4th-5th Grade - 1 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks; finishing times will be recorded each week to track individual progress; a finisher medal is given out on the final race. The distance is suggested. Children may register to run up, if they would like an additional challenge, but not down in distance. *See Alternate 1/4-mile race option if you are a beginner runner. -
6th-8th Grade - 1 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks; finishing times will be recorded each week to track individual progress; a finisher medal is given out on the final race. The distance is suggested. Children may register to run up, if they would like an additional challenge, but not down in distance. *See Alternate 1/4-mile race option if you are a beginner runner. -
2nd-8th Grade - ALTERNATE 1/4 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th July 2025 (4:00PM CDT)
$38.10
Great race for those NEW TO RUNNING! We hope they will give it a try and will encourage them every stride of the way! Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks, finishing times will be collected each week to track individual progress and a finisher medal is given out on the final race.
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