Tiger Peak Challenge

BE PART OF THE LEGION OF BLOOM!

Come run, walk, stroll, or crawl with us through Seward Park and along South Lake Washington Boulevard, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of cherry blossoms.

APRIL 18, 2026: 5K, 10K, & HALF-MARATHON

2026 will offer 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon runs! All runs will extend onto Lake Washington Blvd to take in the blossoms along the outer stretch of the park.

We are happy to announce this year we will have parking options available within the park!

Cross the finish line under our signature inflatable arch and celebrate spring in full bloom!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and don’t forget to tag #CherryBlossomRun in your photos and videos.

Let’s bloom together in this exciting new chapter. We can’t wait to see you there!

Join the Club!

Our 5K training program is designed to help both true beginners and returning athletes gradually build up their running ability over the course of several weeks. Our training program typically spans 6 to 8 weeks, allowing participants to go from little or no running experience, to completing a 5K (3.1 miles) with confidence!

Training Program Overview

Our training program consists of a mix of walking and running intervals, gradually increasing the running time while decreasing the walking time. We'll have three groups to ensure everyone participating feels challenged but not overwhelmed. The more advanced groups will move into some more advanced running workouts by the end of the training program.

• Group 1 will be for those who are starting from very little to no experience or are coming back to the sport after a long time off. Group 1 members will likely have to deal with Coach Dalty the most... so choose wisely!

• Group 2 will be geared toward slightly more advanced runners who are already confident they can finish a mile or more without stopping.

• Group 3 will be for even more experienced runners and will likely operate with little supervision or guidance during workouts. Group 3 members should feel confident they can run at least a mile and be able to independently execute prescribed workouts without oversight.

Throughout the course of the training program, we will try to hold a few Special Topic Talks aimed at providing new runners the guidance they need on the best gear, fuel, hydration, and recovery techniques to help them avoid common social media woes.

Details

Our 5k training program will kick-off at 6:00PM on Wednesday April 29 @ Civic Park in Ten Trails. Once the training program starts, the group will meet every Wednesday at 6:00pm at Civic Park, and every Sunday at 8:30AM at Civic Park. Everyone will get a copy of the schedule on the first day. We will use the first race of our Summer Series as our target 5k! Our target 5k race will be held on June 17.

Tips for Success (We will cover these in detail in Special Topic Talks)

• Stay consistent: Show up to our group meetings and do you best to run at least once a week on your own.

• Listen to your body: If you feel pain, talk to a coach. discomfort is normal and we should work through it. A coach can help new runners tell the difference between pain and discomfort and whether we need to get stronger or take a break.

• Stay hydrated and fueled: Come hydrated and properly fueled. Ask a coach for suggestions if you are unsure.

• Wear proper running gear but don't be fooled into thinking you need all the most expensive gear!

• Track your progress: download Strava and join the Ten Trails Active Club's Strava Club!

Conclusion

Our 5K training program is a great way to kickstart your running journey. With dedication and consistency, your goal to finish a 5K race could be just the beginning!

Sponsorship Note:

We (a very small group of individuals) love hosting this free program for the community and have no plans on stopping! With that said, we have no large or consistent sponsors - so this program and other club activities are not free for us to host! If you are in a position to donate and help keep all our events going in the future, we would greatly appreciate it. Donations can be made during registration or directly to Coach Dalty in person. Every contribution is much appreciated!

Pulse Brewed Coffee (owned by Coach Dalty) also contributes a portion of his sales to funding Ten Trails Active Club events, so if you'd like to try some great coffee, give Pulse Brewed a try! You won't be disappointed!

The Mother’s Day Half Marathon & 5K is now the Kirkland Half Marathon and 5K. Still the same great course and put on by the same great people.

Your race entry includes chip timing, finisher’s medal, super soft race t-shirt, free professional photo downloads, a donation to charity, and post-race snacks. Kid's race includes a race bib, medal, and post race snacks.

Check out all the details on our website.

Interested in signing up for more than one Orca Running race? Check out the Orca Running Bundle options. Find out more here!