Dragon Fly Triathlon & AquaBike

2026 Women Run Walk Memphis

Presented by the Memphis Runners Track Club

Women Run Walk Memphis (WRWM) is a supportive training program designed for women of all fitness levels—from walkers and brand-new runners to experienced runners looking to improve their pace and performance.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to take your running to the next level, WRWM provides coaching, training plans, and a welcoming community to help you reach your goals.

Participants train together throughout the summer and celebrate their progress by completing the WRWM Graduation 5K at the end of the program.

Program Details

Registration Fees

• $40: March 16 – June 22

• $45: June 23 – July 20

Registration closes midnight July 21 or when the program reaches capacity (1,200 participants), whichever comes first.

Registration Includes

• WRWM Expo access

• Weekly Monday night training sessions

• WRWM technical t-shirt or tank

• Entry into the Graduation 5K

Participants must be female and age 10 or older.

Key Dates

WRWM Expo

June 22 | 5:00–7:00 PM

Shelby Farms Park – Jones Pond Pavilion

(across from the Visitors Center)

At the Expo you can:

• Pick up program information

• Meet coaches and group leaders

• Ask questions about training

• Visit sponsors and vendors

• Learn about proper running shoes and apparel

• Purchase technical running gear

First Training Session

July 6 | 6:30 PM

(Arrive early for announcements)

Training sessions are held Monday evenings July through August.

There will be no training on Labor Day, and the final in-person training session will be August 31.

Each participant will follow a pacing-based training plan appropriate for their group:

• Walkers

• Beginning Runners

• Intermediate Runners

• Advanced Runners

If you need to miss a session, you can still stay on track by following your group’s weekly training plan.

Training Topics

Throughout the program, participants will learn valuable information to help them train safely and effectively, including:

• Choosing the right training program

• Proper running form

• Nutrition and hydration

• Warm-up, cool-down, and stretching techniques

• The importance of proper shoes and technical clothing

• How to maximize performance and prevent injury

WRWM Graduation 5K

Saturday, September 12 | 8:00 AM

Hope Church

8500 Walnut Grove Rd

Cordova, TN 38018

The Graduation 5K is a participants-only race and celebrates the accomplishments of everyone who completed the training program.

Stay Connected

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Program communications will be sent via email and Facebook. If you provide an email during registration but are not receiving updates, please contact us. Some spam filters or business firewalls may block emails.

Memphis Thunder Racing

Kids Tri

Sunday, September 13, 2026 @ 10:00 am

Collierville, TN

Event Description:

The Memphis Thunder Racing Kids Triathlon is an inspiring event for youth triathletes. One of Cory’s dreams was to offer a kids triathlon and we have successfully been promoting the sport of triathlon and keeping his spirit alive through the Thunder Kids Tri since 2005.

This annual race brings together youth, families, and the community in an amazing spectacle of the sport of triathlon. The smiles on the kids faces as they cross the finish line are priceless!

Two distances will be offered by age group

Division

Age

Swim

Bike

2nd Run

Junior

6-10

100 yards

5 km

1 km

Senior

11-17

200 yards

10 km

2 km

Kids may complete the entire event as an individual or pair up with 2 others as a relay team.

Your whole family is invited to join in the Post Race Party!

Location:

Compton Aquatic Center, St. George’s Independent School, Collierville Campus (1880 Wolf River Blvd.)

Join us for the Rebuild the Hill: One Step at a Time 5K Fundraiser in support of the vital work being done by Power Center CDC to help revitalize Hickory Hill.

Every step counts. Your participation directly supports efforts to empower local families, encourage sustainable community development, and strengthen the overall health and future of the neighborhood.

Whether you’re running, walking, or showing up to cheer from the sidelines, you’re part of something meaningful. This is more than a race. It’s a community effort to move Hickory Hill forward, one step at a time.

Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) is excited to host its 2nd Annual MEM Runway 5K on September 19.

Participants will have a chance to run on one of MEM’s runways and get a close-up view of aircraft landing and taking off. The uniqueness of this event allows runners to experience the airport grounds, and rare views of an airport that served nearly 5 million passengers in 2025 and ranks among one of the busiest cargo airports in world.

Please Note: There will be NO day-of-event registrations, and NO area for spectators. Only those registered will be allowed admittance for security reasons.

All attendees (3 and older) of the event, including those who do not plan to run or walk the 5K course, are required to register for the event.

Registration closes September 13th at midnight. Race participants will receive a T-shirt and a special finisher medal.

Children 2 and under can enter without registration if accompanied by a registered guest.

Proceeds from the race will support the Memphis International Airport Community Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, who focuses on civic engagement, education, sustainability efforts, health, and community-supporting initiatives.

Over the years, the foundation has awarded over $300,000 in academic scholarships, provided unique educational and career development opportunities, provided essential items to underserved communities, and supported a wide range of impactful initiatives.

You must register as a runner to participate. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult.