Fit for Sound to Narrows (Fit4S2N), sponsored by YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties, is a coach-structured, six- to eight-week training program designed by MultiCare Center for Health Equity and Wellness.
Fit4S2N gets students ages 12 and younger ready to compete in the annual Sound to Narrows 2K run. Participating elementary schools throughout Pierce County have dedicated coaches who help young athletes of all abilities train to walk or run the 1.2 mile route.
Important dates
- April 20: Training programs begin this week at registered schools
- May 15: Last day for Fit4S2N race registration
- Items will be delivered to your coach during race day week
- June 11: Packet pickup at Cheney Stadium from 8am-3pm for students who registered after May 15.
- June 13: 2K race begins at 8am in Vassault Park
Race registration fees
- $10: 2K for ages 5-12 years
- $10: 5k and 12k for ages 5-18 years
- Adult fees apply for those 19 years and older, learn more on the run and walk fees webpage
Note for Participating Schools: Students will register under their team name on the Sound to Narrows registration page.
Information for coaches
Materials provided to coaches will include Sound to Narrows posters and a gift for participating students. Sound to Narrows staff and/or Tacoma City Running Club, upon request, will provide instruction and inspiration from Tacoma’s top runners and coaches.
All Sound to Narrows racers will receive an official race day T-shirt, bib/timing chip and finishers medal, and the top three boys and top three girls will be announced at the stage beginning at 9:45am race day.
Additional resources
- Kids Run the Nation: Training guide for schools to help get their program up and running
- Active (formerly BOKS) Kids: Free training materials
- Loopy Laps: For fun training ideas, check out New York Road Runners
