YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program
When is YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program?
YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program takes place on Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Springfield, IL.
What distances does YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program offer?
YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program offers 4 events: Students, Coaches, Jr. Coaches, Family / Friend 5K Runner.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students | — | $140.00 | Register |
| Coaches | — | $0.00 | Register |
| Jr. Coaches | — | $75.00 | Register |
| Family / Friend 5K Runner | — | $40.00 | Register |
How much does YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program cost?
Registration for YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program starts at $0.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program held?
YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program is held in Springfield, IL at 601 North 4th Street.
About YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program
STRIDE Boys Character Education & Running Program
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
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
Eligible Students: Boys grades 3-5
Days: Wednesdays 5:30- 7:00 pm
Dates: Wednesday, Sept 16 - Wednesday, Nov 18
UIS STRIDE 5K - UIS Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov 26 at UIS Springfield Campus
Kerasotes YMCA
4550 W Iles, Springfield
Eligible Students: Boys grades 3-5
Days: Tuesdays 5:30- 7:00 pm
Dates: Tuesday, Sept 15 - Tuesday, Nov 17
Kerasotes YMCA STRIDE 5K will be the 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
Kerasotes YMCA STRIDE 5K
Thursday, Nov 26 - 8am
UIS Turkey Trot, UIS Springfield Campus