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STRIDE

Success, Teamwork, Respect, Inspiration, Determination = Excellence in Character

ABOUT STRIDE

STRIDE for boys 3rd-5th grade

STRIDE TOO for boys 6th-8th grade

STRIDE and STRIDE TOO are character building fitness and running programs where boys have a chance to share their thoughts and opinions about various life topics. We provide a safe and encouraging environment that caters toward positive character development, while building running endurance to compete in a season end 5K.

MISSION

We encourage boys to exhibit excellence in character in all aspects of their lives, make healthy choices, and build confidence by leading them through a curriculum that incorporates fun activities and running.

Gearing up for STRIDE Spring 2018

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WHEN

12 week program
Spring Season Begins February 5, 2018
Twice a week after school

Location	Start Date	Session Days	Times	Transportation
*Mankato YMCA 1401 S. Riverfront Drive Grades 3-5	2-5-18	Mon/Wed	Afterschool-3:15 Pickup: 4:45-5pm	Walking escort will be provided from Roosevelt. Bussing available from Monroe, Bridges, Jefferson and Rosa Parks.
*Mankato YMCA 1401 S. Riverfront Drive Grades 3-5	2-6-18	Tues/Thurs	Afterschool-3:15 Pickup: 4:45-5pm	Walking escort will be provided from Roosevelt. Bussing available from Monroe, Bridges, Jefferson and Rosa Parks.
**Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 1103 N Broad St, Mankato Grades 3-5	2-6-18	Tues/Thurs	Afterschool-3:15 Pickup: 4:45-5pm	Walking escort will be provided from Franklin.
**Christ the King Church 222 Pfau St., Mankato Grades 6-8 (STRIDE TOO)	2-6-18	Tues/Thurs	Afterschool-3:20 Pickup: 4:50-5 pm	Transportation available from Prairie Winds School.
**Hilltop Methodist Church 108 S. Manitou Dr., Mankato Grades 3-5	2-6-18	Tues/Thurs	Afterschool-3:15 Pickup: 4:45-5pm	Walking escort from Kennedy. Drop off site for Washington.
**River Ridge Church 354 Carol Court, N. Mankato Grades 3-5	2-6-18	Tues/Thurs	Afterschool-3:15 Pickup: 4:45-5pm	Walking escort from Hoover.
**Crossview Covenant 2000 Howard Drive, N. Mankato Grades 6-8 (STRIDE TOO)	2-6-18	Tues/Thurs	Afterschool-3:15 Pickup: 4:45-5pm	Walking escort from Dakota Meadows. Drop off site for MAC.
**Saint Peter Com. Center 600 South 5th St, St. Peter Grades 3-6	2-5-18	Mon/Wed	Afterschool-3:20 Pickup: 4:50-5pm	Transportation available to the Community Center.

REGISTRATION

Spring 2018 Session Registration opens January 3rd, 2018
Program Fee: $50.00 – $125.00

Step 1: Print & Fill out the Registration Form

* Fees are determined by a sliding fee scale and based on household income.
* This fee covers the entire cost of the 10 week program including: a snack for each session, program materials, participant entry in the end of season 5K walk/run event and a program season t-shirt.

Step 2: Make payment online or call the YMCA front desk at 507-387-8255

* Payment plans and scholarships available

Financial Assistance Application link here: Financial Assistance Application
For information on scholarships please contact:  Molly Ambrose at mambrose@mankatoymca.org.

Step 3: Submit your registration form in person or mail it to the Mankato Family YMCA

Mankato Family YMCA
STRIDE Program
1401 S. Riverfront Drive
Mankato, MN 56001

5K Race Day / April 21st, 2018
Details

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TESTIMONIALS

STRIDE Parent Testimonial: “We have had both of our sons participate in the STRIDE program, and they absolutely loved it!  The program gave them both confidences in their running capabilities and in developing new friendships.  They learned how to set goals and achieve them with hard work.  STRIDE also taught them sportsmanship by encouraging other STRIDERS to try their best.”
STRIDE Participant Testimonial: “Mom, I really like STRIDE. It’s really helping me. I don’t think I’m bad at running any more, and it’s helping me have more muscles in my legs and it helps me feel better about myself too.”

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THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNER SPONSORS: