First Strides® - North Myrtle Beach Workshop

FIRST STRIDES® NMB

Beginner Walking & Running Workshop for Women

FALL SESSION (last Wednesday in August for 12 weeks)

SPRING SESSION (first Wednesday in March for 12 weeks)

Do you sometimes imagine yourself fit and strong, striding comfortably down the road during an easy workout or a 5K event?

You know being more active makes you healthier, but you may not know how to get started?

This gradual 12-week program will help you comfortably progress to walking, jogging, running or some combination at a pace that's right for you.

WHEN:         

Fall 2022 Workshop: Wednesdays beginning August 31st through November 16th. Workshops meet at 5:30 - 6:45 p.m, rain or shine!

Note: Online Registration for Fall 2022 is open; $40 through August 31st then $45 through September 14th.

Spring 2023 Workshop: Wednesdays beginning March 1st through May 17th. Workshops meet at 5:30 - 6:45 p.m, rain or shine!

LOCATION:  

North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex - Amphitheater (SW corner of Route 31 and Robert Edge Parkway)  Address: 150 Citizen's Circle, Little River, SC

FOR WHOM:

Women 12 to 112 years of all shapes, sizes and abilities. No experience necessary!  Bring your daughters, mothers, neighbors, co-workers, friends or come solo. 

Note: Participants are expected to have the permission of their doctor.

FORMAT:      

Weekly workshops include a group walk/jog/run, stretching and a brief discussion of various topics:  proper walk/run shoes, training principles, injury prevention, safety, heart health, motivation, nutrition and more. Come dressed for activity.

GOAL:           

All who complete this program will be able to participate in and complete a private 5K WALK / RUN (3.1 miles) on the last workshop night. Special bonus - The Fall session 5k course includes most of the NMB Christmas Lights Celebration route.

MENTORS:   

Area walking and running enthusiasts from the Grand Strand Running Club (GSRC) and others volunteer their time to lead and support your progress!

COST:           

$40. Register by August 31st. Price increases to $45 beginning September 1st through September 14th.

Fee includes 12-weekly workshops, instruction, group walk/run workout, mentors, literature, the 5K Walk/Run event  and a graduation shirt (if earned...must attend 8 of 12 workshops).  Workshop fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. 

♥  Register Online at www.FirstStridesNMB.com