LRC Kids Run Club | Lakeland, FL

LRC Kids Run Club Overview

• Location: 600 Bonnet Springs Blvd, Lakeland, FL
• Date: 2026-09-01
• Website: LRC Kids Run Club
• Goal: A running club for children to prepare them for a lifetime of running.

Program Details

• Duration: Held during the school year
• Target Group: Children in kindergarten through fifth grade, regardless of school affiliation
• Focus: Emphasis on participation and developing a healthy lifestyle
• Activities: Workouts include warmups, relays, distance runs, games, and stretching

Benefits of Youth Sports

• Physical Health: Regular physical activity strengthens muscles and bones, helps prevent health problems, and reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression
• Academic Performance: Students who are physically active tend to have better grades and focus in class
• Social Skills: Opportunities to make friends, learn about teamwork, and develop character
• Parent Involvement: Parents are required to stay at the practice location and are encouraged to be physically active in eyesight of their child

Additional Programs

• Summer Development Program: For students in 5th - 8th grade, transitioning into a cross-country racing experience in late summer
• Location Information: For location details, visit the Family Lawn on the Bonnet Springs Park map.
• Positive Environment: Commitment to a welcoming and respectful environment where diversity is embraced
• Community Contribution: Objective for athletes to use learned skills to contribute to their communities

Resources for Parents

• Coaching Standards: Volunteer coaches are trained to protect young athletes from abuse through the Safe Sport Act training
• Available Resources: Free resources for athletes and parents covering misconduct in sport
• Safety Assurance: Helps parents ensure their children have a positive and safe sport experience
• Age Range: Resources are designed for preschool through high school athletes