Events
Place
701 Harris Road
Wake Forest, NC US 27587
Description
Strides for Speech is a 5K and Fun Run perfect for the whole family! This accessible and inclusive race will be held at Joyner Park on smooth, paved courses. Both races are open to runners, walkers, wheelchair-users, and anyone else looking to get active. The goal of Strides for Speech is to support Triangle Aphasia Project's community programming for people with aphasia while providing a space for people with all abilities to get moving.
Schedule of race day:
10:30 - Registration and Bib Pick Up
11:30 - Fun Run Start
12:00 - 5K Start
12:00 - 1:30 - Complimentary BBQ Sliders and Iced Tea provided by Smith's Smokehouse and Smoothies while supplies last
1:15 - Awards
Triangle Aphasia Project Unlimited (TAP) is a non-profit dedicated to supporting individuals with aphasia and their families across North Carolina. Our specialized group programs align with various interests and passions, fostering an environment where individuals with aphasia are inspired to enhance their communication skills and participate confidently within their communities. The outcome is the restoration of hope, determination, purpose, and engagement. Discover more about us at aphasiaproject.org.
REGISTRATION FEES/DATES/CATEGORIES
5K: Registration will include TAP merch, with the option to add this year's Strides for Speech t-shirt.
o Until July 31: $25
o August 1 – Race Day: $30
Virtual 5K: Registration will include TAP merch, with the option to add this year's Strides for Speech t-shirt. Shipping cost is included in registration.
o Until July 31: $25
o August 1 – Race Day: $30
Fun Run: Your $10 registration will include TAP merch, with the option to add this year's Strides for Speech t-shirt.
AWARDS/CATEGORIES
5K Top 3 Overall Male/Female/Non-Binary
5K Top Age Group Male/Female: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49,50-59, 60+
Training Plans
Thank you to in-kind sponsor, Neuse River Crossfit, for providing 6-week training programs. You can find them on our website here: https://www.aphasiaproject.org/stridestraining/.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
RaceJoy
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Strides for Speech.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.
Live GPS Tracking
- Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.
Virtual Results (virtual events only)
- Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
Directions
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