Name: 2024 STERLING DOWN AND DIRTY 5K
Start: 2024-09-07T08:00:00-04:00
Location: Short Beach, Dorne Drive, Stratford, CT, United States

STERLING DOWN & DIRTY 5K

OBSTACLE FUNDRUN

REGISTRATION PRICES

Early Bird Special

EXTENDED TO

July 7, 2024

Ages 21 and up - $50

Ages 8-20 yrs old - $40

Registration

July 8, 2024 - August 25, 2024

Ages 21 and up - $55

Ages 8-20 yrs old - $45

Last Call

August 26, 2024 - September 3, 2024

Ages 21 and up - $60

Ages 8-20 yrs old - $50

Day of walk-ins will be accommodated, however we strongly encourage you to register ahead of time.

Please make sure you provide ample time to return valuables to your vehicle prior to the start of your intended wave time. Please note that we can not store personal belongs during your race time.

The Sterling House Down and Dirty 5K Obstacle FundRun is a family-friendly community-wide event. Go at your own pace! There is a little bit of FUN for everyone.

Run, walk or crawl your way to the finish line - as you get sweaty, sandy, dirty and wet along the way! Best of all you are in it to win it for Sterling House.

All proceeds will benefit our programs and services including camp, sports and preschool scholarships, as well as, food for those families and children experiencing food insecurity.

PLEASE NOTE:

This is a fundraiser to support our programs and services -Refunds will only be issued if we have to cancel.
There is NO kids run. Children will participate on the full 5K course, but MUST HAVE at least one parent/adult participating in the event with them. Please note some of the obstacles and distance may be challenging for younger children.

STERLING COMMUNITY CENTER SERVES IN MANY WAYS

350 Patrons served each month in our Food Pantry
180 Food deliveries are made each month to home bound seniors
216 Students receive weekend meals through our Food-4-Kids Program
450 Children were served at our Back-2-School Event
500 Thanksgiving food baskets were distributed in our Food Pantry
700+ Children received toys and gifts from our Annual Toy Drive
500 Campers play outside and make new friends
110 Children engage in Preschool and After School programs
2,500 Youth Athletes across soccer, basketball, lacrosse, and swim
$60,000 Financial Assistance given away to attend programs
If you would like to support or learn more visit us at www.sterlinghousecc.org

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

5K Obstacle Run (Ages 8 - 20 yrs) Closed

Online registration closed

One (1) Race-shirt included; 8-11 years must have an adult/parent participating with them
1. $45.09
  
  Early Bird
  
  May 15 – Jul 7
2. $50.47
  
  Jul 8 – Aug 23
3. $55.84
  
  Last Call
  
  Aug 24 – Sep 3

5K Obstacle Run (21 and older) Closed

Online registration closed

One (1) Race-shirt included; 21+ as of race day
1. $55.84
  
  Early Bird
  
  May 15 – Jul 7
2. $61.20
  
  Registration
  
  Jul 8 – Aug 25
3. $66.57
  
  Last Call
  
  Aug 26 – Sep 3

FITNESS TRAINNING WITH LEVEL UP GYM

DOWN & DIRTY 5K Obstacle Course Training

Join a group-based class specifically designed to develop stamina and overall core and grip strength needed to successfully overcome obstacles no matter your experience level. Under the supervision of skilled fitness trainers, this class creates a fun and targeted way to safely practice techniques. Each week, a new obstacle will be introduced that will target specific exercises to have set you off running, climbing, and swinging confidently through the Down & Dirty 5K!

6 Week Challenge

Fridays: D&D5K Obstacle Course Training

Monday & Wednesday: Complimentary classes rooted in agility and running skills

First Week Free & Results are Guaranteed

Fitness Packages Developed Based on Need

Discounts with Proof of Race Entry

Visit https://levelupgym.org/ to schedule you're consultation

Malcolm is leveling up everyday. He is a proud husband & father, fitness expert and vegan, and gym owner. Level Up Fitness is a non-for-profit gym dedicated to community empowerment by transforming lives through positive mindset and disease prevention.

KEY SPONSORS

INKIND SPONSORS

REGISTRATION FEES

RAISE $50 IN PLEDGES

SET UP A TEAM PLEDGE PAGE

Ask friends, family and co-workers to support your challenge to raise funds for Sterling House Programs and Services

WHAT DO I WEAR? / WHEN DO I ARRIVE?

WEAR ANYTHING YOU DON'T MIND GETTING WET

YOU MAY WEAR UTILITY GLOVES

SNEAKERS YOU CAN WALK, RUN, AND CLIMB - NO FLIP FLOPS

TEAM COSTUMES ARE WELCOMED- THE CRAZIER THE BETTER!

Arrive at the registration/check-in table

20 minutes before your wave time.

Be sure to add-in enough time to walk from the parking areas

to the registration table (approx. 10-15 min)

TEAM SIZE - Your team can be as big or small as you'd like. All are welcome!

Join or create a Team when you register!

WHAT DO I BRING?

REQUIRED WAIVER FORMS -

(PARENTS SIGNATURE REQUIRED IF UNDER 18) !!

A VALID ID WITH YOUR BIRTHDAY IF YOU ARE OVER 18.

WHAT NOT TO BRING?

Your dog, your cat, your snake, your ferret, your hamster, etc...Short Beach does not permit animals on-site.

Do not bring headphones, baby carriage, weapons or fireworks.

IS THERE A 'BAG CHECK' AREA?

NO - LEAVE VALUABLES AT HOME OR IN YOUR CAR - NO BAG CHECK AREA

Coolers are NOT allowed.

CAN ANYONE PARTICIPATE IN THIS EVENT?

YES! Providing you are at least 8 years of age and an adult/parent is participating with you. This event is a fun, family friendly community-wide event and beyond. It is not just for those who are fit, but it is totally for "The Average Joe" looking to have a great time. You will not be timed and the only person you will be competing against is yourself. You can go at your own pace. There's no need to rush. This is purely for fun, fun, fun !!

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

Directions:

From I-95 South - Exit 32 - left off exit then left at light. Continue straight to end (St. James

Church in front of you) Right at light onto Main Street, continue approximately 1 mile, you will

see signs for "Event Parking"

From 1-95 North- Exit 30- right off exit, continue straight approximately 2 miles to Main Street,

you will see signs for "Event Parking"

PLEASE ALLOW 45 MIN-1 HOUR TO PARK, WALK TO CHECK IN AREA AND GET TO STARTING GATE!!

There will be ample and designated parking areas for participants and spectators. However, please try to car pool to eliminate excess cars taking spaces away from participants and spectators. There will be NO CHARGE to park and no charge for spectators to come cheer you on!

CAN I GET A REFUND IF I'M UNABLE TO ATTEND?

This is a fundraising event to benefit the Programs and Services at Sterling House Community Center. All sales are final.

Event schedule

Sat, September 7, 2024 8:00 AM - Check-In Opens
Sat, September 7, 2024 8:30 AM - Event Starts

Contact information

Event contact: Emily Shufrin
Email: eshufrin@sterlinghousecc.org
Phone: (203) 378-2606 ext. 107
Website: Visit website