Sherman Lake YMCA Kids ROAR
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Location
- 6225 N. 39th Street, Augusta, MI
- Distance
- Kids ROAR - Kids (Ages 5-14) · Kids ROAR - Adults (Ages 15+)
From the Organizer
Are you ready to ROAR? Join us for the tenth annual Sherman Lake YMCA Kids ROAR on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Kids ROAR is a Rogue Obstacle Adventure Race featuring mud pits, water, color, obstacles, monkey bars and so much more! With 2 distances to choose from – 1 or 2 miles - participants are free to pick the course that will challenge them! Kids ROAR is for kids’ ages 5-14 (children ages 5-7 must be accompanied by a parent).
Participants who register by August 25, 2025 are guaranteed a Kids ROAR t-shirt!
COURSE
Click here for a sneak peek of the Kids ROAR courses and the challenges we have planned for you!
REGISTRATION
Online registration will close on Friday, September 13 at 11:59 pm or when capacity is reached. There is NO race day registration.
As always, parents are welcome to join in on the fun. There is a registration fee of $10 per adult (15 and over) which INCLUDES the official Kids ROAR t-shirt.
Families with 3 or more children in the same household will receive a $5 discount per child on their registration.
POST-RACE
Stick around after Kids ROAR for games, and refreshments!
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
Although Kids ROAR will take place rain or shine, if there are conditions that may affect the safety and health of our participants, a delay or cancellation of the event may be necessary. Please note our inclement weather policies below.
THREATENING WEATHER CONDITIONS
The Kids ROAR may be canceled or delayed if any of the following weather conditions exist: tornado warning, tornado watch, thunderstorm, "heavy rains", or other major weather conditions.
START OF THE RACE/CANCELLATION OF THE EVENT
The start of the event may be delayed for a short time if any of the above mentioned conditions exist. The event may then be canceled if threatening weather conditions persist.
AUTHORITY TO CANCEL THE EVENT
The Race Director has the authority to cancel the event.
BROADCAST OF CANCELLATION
If Kids ROAR is canceled, we will notify all participants by email and post the cancellation on our website and Facebook page.
REFUNDS
Registration fees are non refundable. However, should the event be canceled, participants who registered prior to the t-shirt deadline will still receive their t-shirt and will receive a communication regarding a pick-up location.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
54°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gull Lake Biological Stn, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Augusta, MI
Elevation
819 ft
Nearest Airport
AZO
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 37 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Sherman Lake YMCA Kids ROAR?
- Sherman Lake YMCA Kids ROAR is a running race held in Augusta, Michigan on September 13, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Sherman Lake YMCA Kids ROAR?
- Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Augusta, Michigan at 6225 N. 39th Street, Augusta, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sherman Lake YMCA Kids ROAR?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sherman Lake YMCA Kids ROAR
Sep 13, 2026