Warriors For Wellness 5k
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Winter Haven, Florida
- Price $33.53
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Warriors For Wellness 5K on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Winter Haven, Polk! This exciting event, hosted on the beautiful Polk State College Campus, aims to promote community wellness while raising awareness and funds for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) programs. Participants will enjoy a scenic course that winds around the newly completed path around Lake Elbert, making for a delightful running experience.
Every participant will receive a race T-shirt and bib, with sizes guaranteed for those who register before September 1, 2026. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn a finisher medal, and be sure to compete for awards given to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in various age groups! Join us for a day of health, community spirit, and fun as we celebrate the success of Polk State's highly reputable OTA and PTA programs. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer, this is an event you won't want to miss!
Every participant will receive a race T-shirt and bib, with sizes guaranteed for those who register before September 1, 2026. Don’t miss out on the chance to earn a finisher medal, and be sure to compete for awards given to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in various age groups! Join us for a day of health, community spirit, and fun as we celebrate the success of Polk State's highly reputable OTA and PTA programs. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer, this is an event you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
The Polk State College Physical Therapist Assistant and Occupational Therapy Assistant programs are hosting a 5K on the Winter Haven Campus to promote community wellness, raise awareness of the PTA and OTA programs, and fundraise for the programs.
Polk States highly reputable OTA and PTA programs enjoy strong records of success, with graduates of the OTA Program boasting a 95% pass rate and graduates of the PTA Program achieving a 100% pass rate on their licensure exams, exceeding national and state averages.
This years course will start on the Polk State College Campus, and head out and run around the new finished path around Lake Elbert and head back to the finish line back on campus. (Course Map will be uploaded soon!)
Participants will receive a T-shirt and race bib. (Shirts and sizes are guaranteed if pre-registered before September 1, 2026. After this date, shirts are available while supplies last.) A finisher medal will be handed out at the finish line.
Early Race Packet pickup: TBD depending on Registrations
Awards to the Top Overall Male and Female and Top 3 Male and Females in 5 year Age groups (9&Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29 etc up to 70+)
Businesses and individuals who are interested in sponsoring the event can email pta@polk.edu or ota@polk.edu .
Those who are interested in Polk States OTA and PTA programs can visit http://polk.edu/ota and http://polk.edu/pta.
Polk States highly reputable OTA and PTA programs enjoy strong records of success, with graduates of the OTA Program boasting a 95% pass rate and graduates of the PTA Program achieving a 100% pass rate on their licensure exams, exceeding national and state averages.
This years course will start on the Polk State College Campus, and head out and run around the new finished path around Lake Elbert and head back to the finish line back on campus. (Course Map will be uploaded soon!)
Participants will receive a T-shirt and race bib. (Shirts and sizes are guaranteed if pre-registered before September 1, 2026. After this date, shirts are available while supplies last.) A finisher medal will be handed out at the finish line.
Early Race Packet pickup: TBD depending on Registrations
Awards to the Top Overall Male and Female and Top 3 Male and Females in 5 year Age groups (9&Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29 etc up to 70+)
Businesses and individuals who are interested in sponsoring the event can email pta@polk.edu or ota@polk.edu .
Those who are interested in Polk States OTA and PTA programs can visit http://polk.edu/ota and http://polk.edu/pta.
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999 Ave H NE, Winter Haven, 33881, FL, United States
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