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Not Just For Runners - 5K | 1-Mile | Health Fair

Not Just For Runners - 5K | 1-Mile | Health Fair

CULTIVATING HEALTH AND COMMUNITY, ONE EVENT AT A TIME!

Saturday, May 6, 2023

Garcia Bend Park, 7654 Pocket Road, Sacramento, CA 95831


Come walk, jog, skip, run or roll and join us for the inaugural hosting of "Not Just For Runners” (NJ4R). NJ4R is a community event for all physical abilities, created to bolster physical and mental health in underserved communities and those that identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC). REI is the presenting sponsor for this event, and the event will include a 5K and 1-mile event, followed by a health and wellness fair.

Here are some details to help you on event day:

CONSTRUCTION ADVISEMENT: There is currently construction at the park, however it will not interfere with our event. The boat launch parking lot has been fenced off as a construction zone, however a pedestrian walkway leading from the park to the top of the levee, via the boat ramp has been accommodated for us. Respresentatives from the City, County and US Army Corp of Engineers have been notified about the event, and have worked hard to ensure the safety of our event and its participants.

WEATHER: The forecast currently has rain scheduled in the early hours but clearing before our 9am start time. We will move forward with the 5K/1-mile and healthfair, rain or shine, so please be prepared just in case the sprinkles stick around a little longer.

PARKING: Parking is available in the main parking lot at the part; there are approximately 75 spots available. Additional parking is available on the streets and in the neighborhood.

ATTIRE/CLOTHING: Dress in layers and wear comfortable clothes you can move in and supportive shoes for walking. This is an interactive event and we want you to join in the movement.

BIB PICKUP IS ONSITE FROM 7:30AM-8:45AM: If you didn't make it by REI this week, you can get you can check-in for the event and pick up your bib number and swag bag at the park. If you have friends or family who still want to join for the 5K/1-mile, they can register at packet pickup.

RACE ANNOUNCEMENTS AND PROGRAM START: Announcements will start around 8:00-8:15am, with our official kickoff to start at 8:30am. We'll have opening remarks by Councilmember Rick Jennings, and Miss Cecelia Carraway will grace us with her voice. Remarks and song will be followed by a fun, lively, low impact group warmup led by Fiesta Nutrition.

5K & 1-MILE EVENT: The 5K/1-mile will be held on the Sacramento River Parkway, which is a paved, two lane bike and pedestrian pathway. There is a slight incline as we walk up the boat ramp to the top of the levee, but otherwise, the route is level and unobstructed. Anyone who feels they need assistance up the walkway can let our volunteers know and they will be happy to escort you. We will have volunteers on the course providing support until our last finishers comes through. There is an aid station with water, electrolytes and fuel at the 5K turnaround point, and cones and signs will mark where to make the u-turn for both distances.

5K/1-MILE EVENT SCHEDULE, 9:00-11:00AM

5k/1-Mile Bib Pickup - 7:30am-8:45am

Event Announcements & Opening - 8:30am

Group Warmup Led By Fiesta Nutrition - 8:45am

5K/1-Mile Staging - 8:50am

5K/1-Mile Event - 9:00am

*FREE* HEALTH, WELLNESS & ARTS FAIR: The health fair will consist of sponsor and vendor tables, free community classes offered by local health, fitness and wellness service providers, along with the art activities for children. The health fair is free and open to the public. A Release of Liability waiver must be signed by all community class participants.

HEALTH FAIR SCHEDULE, 9:00AM-3:00PM

Kids Activities and Health Vendors - ALL DAY

Mobility & Movement Led By Resilient Spine - 10:00am

Self-Defense Led By King Krav Maga - 11:00am

Mat Pilates Led By Functional Elements - 12:00pm

**Classes and start times are subject to change.**

We’re still looking for day-of volunteers for our 11am-3pm shift. You can sign up to help out on the volunteer sign-up page.


BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR MORE EVENT UPDATES AND DETAILS!

To make an individual or community donation, please go to the NJ4R FUNDRAISING PAGE

To become a Sponsorship or Event Partner, email info@tkmfit.com indicating your interest.


Let's goooooo!!! We'll see you on May 6!


(Please email info@tkmfit.com with questions or for more information.)

Registration fees

5K Walk/Run Closed

Online registration closed

  • The 5K event is an out and back course on paved bike trail/roads.

    1. $25.00
      Feb 27 – Apr 22
    2. $30.00
      Apr 23 – May 6

1-Mile Walk/Run Closed

Online registration closed

  • 1-Mile event is an out and back course on paved bike trail/roads.

    1. $25.00
      Feb 27 – Apr 22
    2. $30.00
      Apr 23 – May 6

OUR MISSION

NJ4R will serve as a means to provide a safe, inclusive and informative opportunity for residents, businesses and service providers to build community through health equity. In addition to serving the community directly, NJ4R will support ongoing health equity initiatives through a charitable donation to the California Black Health Network, as their work centers around health equity for African Americans and Black Immigrants in California. #healthequity #mentalhhealth #bipoc #supportingourcommunities

CANCELLATION POLICY

Per the running industry policy, all entry fees are non-refundable & entries are non-transferable. Once we receive and accept your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate, you may not give or sell your number to anyone else, and you may not transfer your entry fee to a future event. This policy applies to all entrants and is in effect whether you are injured, have an unexpected family/business emergency, have a medical emergency, etc. If the course has to be changed or the race is cancelled due to an act of nature there are no refunds or rollovers. There are no exceptions.

Contact information

Event contact
tkmFIT Health & Performance
Email
info@tkmfit.com