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  • First Strides - North Myrtle Beach Workshop [runsignup.com]

    Thu, Feb 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM

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    FIRST STRIDES NMB

    Beginner Walking & Running Workshop for Women

    SPRING & FALL SESSIONS ANNUALLY

    Do you sometimes imagine yourself fit and strong, striding comfortably down the road during an easy...

    FIRST STRIDES NMB

    Beginner Walking & Running Workshop for Women

    SPRING & FALL SESSIONS ANNUALLY

    Do you sometimes imagine yourself fit and strong, striding comfortably down the road during an easy workout or maybe even a 5K event? You know being more active makes you healthier, but you may not know how to get started?

    This gradual program will help you comfortably progress to walking, jogging, running or some combination at a pace that's right for you. The program accommodates all paces. It is all self paced. You are grouped according to your striding ability and preference…walkers are grouped together, joggers/runners are grouped together.

    The program is designed for you and you’ll fit right in!

    WHEN:

    Spring 2026 Workshop: Workshops meet from 5:30 - 6:45 p.m, rain or shine, on the following dates…

    NEW! Thursday, February 26 - Orientation for new striders (everyone welcome to participate but this workshop date is intended to introduce new striders to the program in advance of the 11 week program).

    11 Week Program - Thursday, March 5 through Thursday, May 14.

    We encourage you to sign up early!

    LOCATION:

    North Myrtle Beach Park & Sports Complex - Amphitheater (SW corner of Route 31 and Robert Edge Parkway) Address: 150 Citizen's Circle, Little River, SC

    FOR WHOM:

    Women 12 to 112 years of all shapes, sizes and abilities. This is a BEGINNER walking program…no experience necessary! Bring your daughters, mothers, neighbors, co-workers, friends or come solo. No pets or children under 12 years of age.

    FORMAT:

    Weekly workshops include stretching, a group walk/jog/run, and a brief discussion of various topics relevant to walking/running (e.g., proper shoes, injury prevention, safety, health, nutrition and more). Come dressed for activity and the weather.

    Weekly Schedule

    Check in...for attendance credit

    Speaker/Topic

    Mentor Introduction

    Announcements

    Group Pre-Stretch

    Walk/jog/run Workout

    Group Post-Stretch

    Final Announcements

    Homework: 2 additional weekly workouts on your own time

    COMMUNICATIONS:

    We communicate with participants in two ways: 1) email, using the email you registered with; and 2) Facebook, First Strides - North Myrtle Beach, registrants can join this private FB page.

    GOAL:

    All who complete this program will be able to participate in and complete a private 5K WALK / RUN (3.1 miles) scheduled for Week #11.

    MENTORS:

    Area walking and running enthusiasts from the Grand Strand Running Club (GSRC) and others volunteer their time to lead and support your progress!

    COST:

    $40 until 11:59 pm on Thursday, February 26th (one week before the 11 week workshop commences).

    $45 until 11:59 pm on Thursday, March 12th (Week #2 of the 11 week workshop).

    Fee includes weekly workshops including instruction, group walk/run workout, mentors, literature, the 5K Walk/Run event and a First Strides NMB tee shirt. Workshop fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

    WHAT IS FIRST STRIDES?

    The First Strides program was founded in 1997 in Allentown, PA by Jane Serues. It still continues there today with over 8000 women participating. First Strides was conceived as a way to get women off the couch and doing a walking routine they could do for the rest of their life. In 2001, First Strides was recognized with a national award by Road Runners Club of America and has the highest graduation rate of any beginner program.

    In 2019, Jane introduced the program in North Myrtle Beach, co-presented by the Grand Strand Running Club and the City of North Myrtle Beach. The Fall 2019 First Strides NMB workshop attracted over 170 females. Since then, workshops have been held Spring and Fall. First Strides NMB is here to stay thanks to the support of our sponsors, especially the Grand Strand Running Club, and our wonderful volunteer mentors!

    3.12 Miles Run Walk

    Horry County, South Carolina, 29566, United States
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