Running

FALL SESSION

Date
September 12 – October 24, 2026
Distance
Fall 9:15AM Session · Fall 10:20AM Session
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From the Organizer

Welcome to the FALL 2026 Fit 5 Season!
Fit 5 Runners is a youth running program founded and led by certified educators and USATF-certified track coaches. Our goal is to build confidence, athletic skills, and a love for running in a fun, structured, and supportive environment.
Practice Location:
Gainesville Middle School Track
Session Times (choose one):
• 9:15 AM
• 10:20 AM
Scheduled Dates:
September: 12, 19, 26
October: 3, 10, 17, 24
Most Saturdays will be practice-focused and include running drills, skill development, games, and instruction centered around our five core standards.
Race Days:
September 26
October 24
In the event of rain or severe weather, we will make every effort to provide a makeup session when possible; however, makeup sessions are not guaranteed, and refunds will not be issued for weather-related cancellations.
This program is open to children ages 4–10. At this time, we are unable to accept children under age 4. If a child under age 4 is registered, registration fees will be refunded minus applicable registration/processing fees.
To help create a positive experience for all participants, Fit 5 Runners reserves the right to communicate with families and determine if the program is the right fit for an athlete. Our priority is to maintain a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment where every runner can grow, learn, and succeed.
Please e-mail: fit5runners@gmail.com with any questions! We are very responsive. 

Events

Fall 9:15AM SessionSat, Sep 12 · 9:15 AMRegister →
Fall 10:20AM SessionSat, Sep 12 · 10:20 AMRegister →

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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

80°

Typical Low

60°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Manassas, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:50 AMSunset 7:25 PMDaylight 12h 35m

Host City

About Gainesville, VA

Elevation

281 ft

Nearest Airport

IAD

Washington Dulles International Airport · 13 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at FALL SESSION, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
FALL SESSION
Date
September 12 – October 24, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the FALL SESSION?
FALL SESSION is a running race held in Gainesville, Virginia on September 12, 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 FALL SESSION?
Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Gainesville, Virginia at 8001 Limestone Drive, Gainesville, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the FALL SESSION?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

FALL SESSION

Sep 12, 2026

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