** Welcome to Alderwood Run Club **

We believe in fostering both an active lifestyle and a strong sense of community for our children.

Participating in physical activities like the Run Club not only helps children stay fit, but also provides them with the opportunity to connect with their peers and build lasting memories. It’s an experience that goes beyond running, it’s about building teamwork, support, and friendships.

Program Details:

• When: Every Monday After School beginning February 24th
  • Pre-K/Kindergarten - 2:25-3:35 (20 kids max)*
  • 1st- 3rd Grade: 2:25-3:35 (60 kids max)
  • 4th-6th Grade: 2:40-3:50 (60 kids max)
  • On minimum days, All grades practice from 1:20-2:30
• Where: Alderwood Field closest to the lunch tables
• Who: Students in grades 1-6, and PK&Kindergarten (Parent & Me)
• Goal: Each student will run a “progressive marathon” of 25.2 miles during practices, with the final mile being a one-mile race at the end of the season.
• Duration: 10-Week program
• KROC Final Mile Event: May 3rd (Grades K-6 only)
• Awards Ceremony: May 9th 

 Registration Process:

1.  Visit the Alderwood PTA Store and buy the "Run Club Registration" item
2.  Fill out the liability waiver and return electronically to runclub@alderwoodpta.com
3.  Register for the Kids Run the OC Final Mile Event (See below for more details)

Note: Pre-K are not eligible to participate in the KROC event

Important! Waiver Reminder: You will not receive the access code to register for the KROC Final Mile event until after we confirm you have registered and submitted a completed Liability waiver.

Our Amazing Run Club Team is committed to making the Run Club a fun, positive, and memorable experience for all the children this year to ensure the program runs smoothly, we need one volunteer for every 10-15 students.

If you have availability, please reach out to runclub@alderwoodpta.com. We cannot do this without you. We appreciate all your support in helping us achieve this goal.

Optional Run Club T-Shirt: If you wish, you can purchase an Alderwood Run Club T-Shirt from EZ-INK.com.  Starting this year, the shirts will not have a year in the graphic so they can be used until your child grows out of it.

If your child loves running and is excited to complete the final mile of their progressive marathon, the KROC (Kids Run the OC) Final Mile Event is the perfect opportunity!

What is the KROC (Kids Run the OC) Final Mile Event?

The KROC Final Mile Event is an exciting race that takes place on May 3, 2025, at the OC Fair & Event Center. Thousands of kids from over 100 schools will come together to run the final mile of their "progressive marathon." Each participant receives a t-shirt for the race and a medal upon completing the race.

※KROC is only for K-6th Grade students, no PK students.

Important, KROC Registration Details:

• In order to sign up for KROC, your child must first be registered in the Alderwood Run Club through Alderwood PTA.
• Early Bird Registration: Sign up before March 1st for the discounted price of $31.45. After this date, the registration price increases to $36.45. (Prices include fees)
• Registration Deadline: The registration deadline is March 15th. Please be sure to register your child before this date!

After your child is registered for the Alderwood Run Club, you will be provided with an access code that will allow you to sign up for the KROC event.  If you wish to read more about the KROC Final Mile event, please visit their site: https://kidsruntheoc.org/

Please Note: Participation in KROC is optional. Your child can absolutely be part of the Run Club without signing up for the KROC Final Mile. The cost of the KROC event is not determined by the Alderwood PTA, and any funds raised through KROC do not benefit our PTA.