The Champions Run for Special Children - 1 Mile Fun Run
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External Event
Distance
1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
It's the 12th Anniversary of The Champions Run for Special Children! It's an awesome superhero-themed, certified 5K run/walk/roll (that also features a 1 mile fun run) to help some of our littlest heroes. Let's get moving! Dust off your cape and bring some friends to this 5K run/walk/roll benefiting children living with "different-abilities" and special needs! Individual and Team awards will be presented. Group Prizes Family Sorority/Fraternity Business School Church Best Team Costume Most Team Spirited Individual Awards - Male & Female Overall (0 - 49) Masters (50+) Ages 70+ Age 60 - 69 Age 50 - 59 Age 40 - 49 Age 30 - 39 Age 20 - 29 Age 15 - 19 Age 10 - 14 Age 9 and under Best Costume Awards Best Costume - Adult Male Best Costume - Adult Female Best Costume - Child If your GROUP would like to participate, we are utilizing RunSignUp's group option. Please contact Laura Capell through our contact form, or at laura@thechampionscenter.com to set up your group, or you can create your own group through the registration website. Teams of 5 or more will receive a discounted rate of $20 per person. The Champions Center for special children (formerly known as DCEC) provides daily care, critical educational and therapeutic services to children living with different-abilities and special needs. We serve children with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus, Muscular Dystrophy, Cystic Fibrosis, Genetic Conditions and Developmental Delays. EVERY CHILD DESERVES A CHAMPION! Join us and be a CHAMPION for these very special children!
Typical conditions
For events around March 2027 in Anderson, SC, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Anderson, SC, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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