YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Springfield, Illinois
- Price Free - $149.40
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Culminating in a thrilling 5K race, the STRIDE program empowers young boys to develop their running skills while fostering discussions on important topics like bullying and sportsmanship. The STRIDE 5K will be held at Lincoln Land Community College at 10 AM, alongside the Girls On The Run 5K. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to support your child’s growth, build friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime!
Organiser's Description
Success, Teamwork, Respect, Inspiration, Determination = Excellence in character. Stride is similar to the well-known girls running program. Open to 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade boys, this afterschool activity meets twice per week for 10 weeks. Each session focuses on a different topic like bullying or sportsmanship using open discussion, games and running exercises to teach real-life lessons. The boys finish their season with a 5K.
2026 FALL SEASON
DATES: Sept 8 - Nov 16
2026 FALL SEASON LOCATIONS
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL
748 W Laurel St, Springfield IL [https://maps.app.goo.gl/i3jPcwS7wKtL8Pnk7]
ELIGIBLE STUDENTS: Boys grades 3-5
DAYS: Mondays & Thursdays 3-4:30 pm
DATES: Thursday, Sept 10 - Monday, Nov 16
BSS STRIDE 5K WITH GIRLS ON THE RUN, SATURDAY NOV 14, 10 AM AT LINCOLN LAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
UIS/YMCA STRIDE
University of Illinois Athletic Center, 2171 University Dr, Springfield Il [https://maps.app.goo.gl/wF8v79wwijuykWcf9]
ELIGIBLE STUDENTS: Boys grades 3-5
DAYS: Wednesdays 5:30- 7:00 pm
DATES: Wednesday, Oct 7- Wednesday, Nov 18
UIS STRIDE 5K - UIS TURKEY TROT ON THANKSGIVING MORNING, THURSDAY, NOV 26 AT UIS SPRINGFIELD CAMPUS
2026 FALL SEASON 5KS
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL STRIDE 5K
Saturday, Nov 14 - 10am
Girls On The Run 5K, Lincoln Land Community College
UIS/YMCA STRIDE 5K
Thursday, Nov 26 - 8am
UIS Turkey Trot, UIS Springfield Campus
Races
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Students
Incl. $9.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (10:00AM CST)
$149.40
CLOSEDBoys grades 3-5 Fee $140 includes shirt & 5K run entry, race bib, water bottle. Note: once your boy is registered for STRIDE, they are also registered for the 5K. -
Coaches
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (10:00AM CST)
Free
CLOSED -
Jr. Coaches
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (10:00AM CST)
$80.50
CLOSEDPrevious STRIDE Team Member Boys grade 6-8 & High School Fee $75 includes shirt and 5K run entry -
Family/Friend 5K Runner UIS Site
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:00AM CST)
Free
Run the UIS/BOS Turkey Trot with your student on 11/26 by registering here: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Springfield/UISBOSTurkeyTrot5K You must register through the UIS Turkey trot website Fee: $35 Shirt included -
Family / Friend 5K Runner Blessed Sacrament Site
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (10:00AM CST)
$43.40
Run the Girls on the Run 5k with your student on 11/14 Fee: $40 includes Stride Shirt
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Location
601 North 4th Street, Springfield, 62702, IL, United States
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