The Strider Mile starts at 8:00 AM on August 8, 2026, giving you a manageable window for an early arrival in Chesapeake. Held at Greenbrier Christian Academy, the event offers three distance options: a 1-mile run, a 400-meter race, and a 4-kilometer event, so you can pick the effort level that fits your schedule. Both running and walking divisions are available, making it accessible regardless of your preference. Entry fees range from free to $25, keeping the financial commitment low. Whether you're training through a race weekend or looking for a quick, low-key event before tackling a longer competition, this local race provides straightforward options without complications.
From the Race Organizer
Welcome to the 2026 Strider Mile Final Instructions email will be sent to all participants week of the event with up-to-date race instructions. If signed up in the competitive walking division you must walk the entire mile race to be eligible for a walker Division award! ONSITE EVENT DETAILS COURSE: This is a one-mile race on the Track at Greenbrier Christian Academy. FLUIDS AND FOOD: There will be 1 aid station with water and a replacement drink. AMENITIES & POST-RACE : Post-race Panera with Beverages will be provided to race participants & volunteers. TIME LIMITS: The race starts at 8:00 AM with the first heat. Heats are assigned based on predicted times. CLUB MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS: A Club membership discount of $5.00 and a Strider Plus discount is available online thru 9 pm August 7th. Discounts are automatically applied on the payment page during registration. You should use the account you used to register for the club to apply for this discount. We will also attempt to match on name/date of birth. GENERAL PRICING: $25.00 Adult / $15.00 Ages 18 and Under online through August 1st. Paper entry forms are not available. DISTANCE MEDLEY RELAY: There will be a Competitive Distance medley relay this year 1200/400/800/1600 please contact Orangerunning@yahoo.com if interested in signing a team-up. TOT TROT: We will have a free 400-meter run for kids 5 & under. AWARDS: Awards will go to the top 3 overall, masters male and female, 10-year age groups, top overall male and female in the race walk, and Team trophy for top male and female open and masters and mixed Distance Medley Relay team. Strider Mile Records: Overall Male: Louka Fetter 4:24 2023 Male Masters: Steve Chantry 4:52 2007 Overall Female: Aniya Mosley 5:06 2022 Female Masters: Jenny Moran 5:44 2019 This is a Strider Grand Prix and Youth Grand Prix event.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 8.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Chesapeake, VA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Strider Mile 2026 — Chesapeake, VA takes place on August 8, 2026. The race is held in Chesapeake, Virginia.
Where is Strider Mile 2026 — Chesapeake, VA held?
Strider Mile 2026 — Chesapeake, VA is held at Greenbrier Christian Academy in Chesapeake, Virginia.
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