Run for Freedom Obstacle 5K

Restoration House Ministries’ Run for Freedom Obstacle 5K (formerly 1000 Strong Overcoming Obstacles 5k) is more than just a race.

It’s an open invitation for you to experience the restoration and victory the residents experience at our residential program every day. It’s an opportunity to triumph over your fears, cheer on your community, impact eternity, and get really, REALLY muddy. 

Basics

This entry-level, tough-mudder-style, trail race features over ~10 popup and permanent obstacle structures at Patriot Park in Victoria, Tx.
Follow this link for a printable map & reminders. Path is accessible by foot year-round and is mowed starting in February.

All proceeds stay local to fund the ministries of Restoration House Ministries, supporting young women & young fathers in overcoming their obstacles of trauma, abuse and addictions and helping put the homeless in our community on a path to restoration.

You don’t just finish muddy.

You finish someone’s comeback story.

Finish Line

The Finish Line area is open to the community and includes health & wellness vendors, food trucks, and more.

Early Check-In (Fri)

1204 N. Moody

Sleep in and skip the lines on race day! Come see us at Early Check-In and Packet Pick Up (bib, wristband, tshirt) for racers at Restoration House Ministries Gleanings Resale Shop the night before on Friday from 5pm-7pm and enjoy an additional 10% off everything in the store.

T-shirt deadline: March 26

Race Day Schedule (Sat)

Patriot Park, 1867 Fordyce Rd, Victoria, Tx 77905

Enter Patriot Park from HWY 59/Moody St and HWY 236/Timber Rd. (FOX & FORDYCE RDs WILL BE CLOSED.)
Google Maps Link

• 7am Check In/Packet Pick Up and Late Registration open
• 7am Vendors & Food Trucks open
• 7:45am Opening Ceremonies
• *Please arrive no later than 7:45am.*
• 8:00am: Runners/walkers begin
• 8:15am: Obstacle challengers begin
• ~9:30am: Closing Ceremonies

Obstacles

4 permanent structures 

3 mud pits

1 cold plunge

?? community popup obstacles

Want a sneak peak? Visit our race Facebook page. 

If you register for the obstacle 5k category, you'll receive a paper wristband at check-in. You can skip any obstacle for 20 burpees and still be eligible for an award. If you can't do either, just surrender your obstacle bracelet and continue the race. 

Teams

Most things are better with a crew and this run is no exception. Plus, teammates can help you out of the mud pit.

Teams can be be any size. However, the team discount only kicks in with the 5th person ($5 off; first 4 will get it refunded).

Teams can be mixed categories. Some can be doing the obstacles and others just the 5K.

Corporate Cup

Want real bragging rights? Teams of 5 or more obstacle racers are eligible to compete for the corporate cup, a trophy given to the first obstacle team to finish together. This team must finish together with all their obstacle bracelets intact. 

Awards

The first 3 finishers in adults (20yr+) and youth (<20yr) racing in each category (5k, Obstacle 5k) will be awarded and recognized at closing ceremonies. 

Spectators

All are welcome to spectate and enjoy the day. Just make sure to take HWY59/Moody St to Timber/HWY 236 to access Patriot Park and bring a camp chair. 

Interested in being a sponsor or vendor?

Visit our website: www.restorationhouseministries.org/1000-strong-5k-sponsor-info/

Become 1 of 1000 Strong

1 of 1000 Strong is a monthly giving community committed to the work of restoring lives and helping people overcome obstacles long after race day is over. 

For just $10 a month, you can become one of 1,000 people standing behind the mission.

Become 1 of 1000 Strong and help us build something that lasts.
 
 

FAQs

• Skip the obstacles? Yes! If you register for the obstacle 5K, you can skip any obstacle for 20 burpees and still be eligible for 1st-3rd. If you can't do either, just surrender your obstacle bracelet. You can also register just to do the 5K and attempt any obstacle you like. 

• Team Cost? Team members will pay $45 until the 5th person signs up, at which point, the first 4 will get a $5 refund and each additional team member will only pay $40.

• Team Size? Your team can be any size you want.  To be eligible for the corporate cup, teams must be 5 or more persons. 

• Team Trophy? Teams of 5 or more are eligible to win the Corporate Cup, which is given to the first obstacle team to cross the finish line TOGETHER.

• After registering? You can join a team even if you've already registered. Click the link in your confirmation email or message us.

For more about RHM, visit www.RestorationHouseMinistries.org.