Ninja 5K
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Vero Beach, Florida
- Price $38.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Ninja 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, at the stunning South Beach Park in Vero Beach, Indian River. This unique event invites participants to don their best ninja costumes while engaging in a fun and exciting run designed for all ages and skill levels. The Vero Beach Karate Association, with over 53 years of dedication to teaching martial arts, is thrilled to host this event, which not only promotes physical fitness but also supports its scholarship fund for Black Belt high school seniors heading to college.
Join in on the festivities starting at 7:00 AM, with registration and packet pickup opening early to ensure a smooth race day experience. Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie, post-race refreshments, and a spirited awards ceremony recognizing the top finishers in various age groups. With race fees set at just $35 for adults and $25 for children, this event is a fantastic opportunity to get active while contributing to a great cause. Don't miss out on the chance to run, have fun, and celebrate the spirit of martial arts in beautiful Vero Beach!
Join in on the festivities starting at 7:00 AM, with registration and packet pickup opening early to ensure a smooth race day experience. Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie, post-race refreshments, and a spirited awards ceremony recognizing the top finishers in various age groups. With race fees set at just $35 for adults and $25 for children, this event is a fantastic opportunity to get active while contributing to a great cause. Don't miss out on the chance to run, have fun, and celebrate the spirit of martial arts in beautiful Vero Beach!
Organiser's Description
Join Vero Beach Karate Association for the NINJA 5K at South Beach Park! To go along with our Ninja theme we want to see your BEST Ninja costume while participating in this FUN and EXCITING run!
ABOUT VERO BEACH KARATE ASSOCIATION & USKJA COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND:
The Vero Beach Karate Association has been teaching martial arts in Indian River County for 53 years, offering family-oriented karate and self-defense instruction. Our founder, Mr. Willis, decided in the early years of this Association that the martial arts program could be a vehicle for developing people in all areas of their lives, physically, mentally, and socially.
Academic success is very important in our program, and we encourage it in many ways. The pinnacle of our support comes from our scholarship program, which began in 2001 and became a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) under the name United States Karate Jiu Jitsu Scholarship Fund. Each year, Black Belt High School Seniors are awarded money to go towards college. Students who earn their Black Belts with VBKA and are going to college can receive scholarships ranging from $500 to $3,000.
RACE AMENITIES:
* Race T-shirts - sizes not guaranteed for late registrants
* Free kids run with prizes
* Post-race refreshments
* Awards ceremony for age group winners
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
Friday, October 9th: Vero Beach Karate Association (1355 29th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960)
12:00 PM-4:00 PM: Packet Pickup and Registration
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Saturday, October 10th: South Beach Park (1702 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963)
7:00 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
7:45 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
8:00 AM: Race Start!
*Awards Ceremony immediately following the race
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall M & F
Top Masters M & F (40+)
Top 3 M & F in each age group:
13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Award for Fastest Team & Largest Team (top 4 people will be scored for fastest team)
RACE FEES:
Adult $35 through 10/10 ($40 Race Day)
Child $25 through 10/10 ($30 Race Day)
ABOUT VERO BEACH KARATE ASSOCIATION & USKJA COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND:
The Vero Beach Karate Association has been teaching martial arts in Indian River County for 53 years, offering family-oriented karate and self-defense instruction. Our founder, Mr. Willis, decided in the early years of this Association that the martial arts program could be a vehicle for developing people in all areas of their lives, physically, mentally, and socially.
Academic success is very important in our program, and we encourage it in many ways. The pinnacle of our support comes from our scholarship program, which began in 2001 and became a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) under the name United States Karate Jiu Jitsu Scholarship Fund. Each year, Black Belt High School Seniors are awarded money to go towards college. Students who earn their Black Belts with VBKA and are going to college can receive scholarships ranging from $500 to $3,000.
RACE AMENITIES:
* Race T-shirts - sizes not guaranteed for late registrants
* Free kids run with prizes
* Post-race refreshments
* Awards ceremony for age group winners
EARLY PACKET PICK UP:
Friday, October 9th: Vero Beach Karate Association (1355 29th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960)
12:00 PM-4:00 PM: Packet Pickup and Registration
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Saturday, October 10th: South Beach Park (1702 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963)
7:00 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
7:45 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
8:00 AM: Race Start!
*Awards Ceremony immediately following the race
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall M & F
Top Masters M & F (40+)
Top 3 M & F in each age group:
13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Award for Fastest Team & Largest Team (top 4 people will be scored for fastest team)
RACE FEES:
Adult $35 through 10/10 ($40 Race Day)
Child $25 through 10/10 ($30 Race Day)
Races
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Ninja 5K
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.50
OPENS 01 APR -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.50
OPENS 01 APR
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