Women Run Walk Memphis Program & 5K

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 to the event
• Weekly Training: Monday night sessions
• Technical Gear: WRWM technical t-shirt or tank
• Graduation 5K: Entry into the event

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:

• Program Information: Pick up details
• Meet Coaches: Interact with group leaders
• Ask Questions: Get training tips
• Visit Vendors: Check out sponsors and products

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.

Training Plans

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:

• Training Program: Choosing the right one
• Running Form: Learning proper techniques
• Nutrition: Incorporating hydration strategies
• Warm-up Techniques: Understanding cool-down and stretching

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.

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