In addition to the physical benefits of running, the program aims to build social-emotional skills. Cardio Kidz offers a great environment for kids ages 2-14 of all athletic skills.
The 2025 Spring Series will focus on the word OPTIMISTIC in age-appropriate discussions before each race. The 2025 Summer Series will focus on the word COURAGEOUS. We 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!
Races that are offered
The distances below are recommended for each age group. Kids CAN run up in distance for a greater challenge, but not down. See the Alternate 1/4-mile option if you are a beginner runner in 2nd-8th grade.
50-YARD DASH: Preschool 2-3 years old
- 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.
75 or 100-YARD DASH: Preschool 4-5 years old
- The distance of 75 or 100 yards will depend on field accommodations.
- 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.
1/4-MILE: Kindergarten & 1st Grade
- 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.
1/2-MILE: 2nd & 3rd Grade * NOT offered for Spring Series
- 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 the Alternate 1/4-mile option if you are a beginner runner.
1-MILE: 4th-8th Grade *NOT offered for Spring Series
- Children run in the same event ALL 3 Weeks.
- Finishing times will be recorded each week to track individual progress and will be separated by 4th/5th Grade and 6th-8th Grade.
- 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 the Alternate 1/4-mile option if you are a beginner runner.
ALTERNATE 1/4-MILE: 2nd-8th Grade
- Great race for BEGINNER RUNNERS!
- Designed for 2nd-8th graders who may not be quite ready to run their suggested age distance. And that is perfectly OK! 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.
- A finisher medal is given out on the final race.