GCA Charge Ahead 5K and Relay/Ruck
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Location: The Lambs Chapel, Airport Campus, 3539 Alamance Rd, Burlington, NC 27215
Join us for this fun family event to benefit the future of Grace Christian Academy! This 5K run/walk will be like no other as you make your way around the .62 loop course for 5 laps (3.1 miles). Run solo, with friends/family, or carrying extra weight, all while a party is going on around you! This is an event for ALL types of participants: the seasoned runner, the healthy walker, the first timer, the cross fitter, the competitive family- WE'VE GOT YOU!
Event Options:
- 5K (SOLO)
Pre-registration fee: $30
Race day registration fee: $35
Participants will complete 5 (.62 loops) for 3.1 miles solo. - 5K (2-5 PERSON RELAY)
Pre-registration fee: $25 per person
Race day registration fee: $30 per person
Your team will complete 5 laps (.62) for a total 3.1 with any lap combination. Run a lap and switch with your mom, cousin or co worker! Create a fun team name when you register and invite others to join your team! (2 person minimum) - 5K (RUCK)
Pre-registration fee: $30
Race day registration fee: $35
Participants will complete 5 (.62 loops) for 3.1 miles solo while wearing a weighted vest.
All participants will receive a t-shirt, swag bag, and a fun race experience! Participants must be registered by April 11th to guarantee t-shirt!
Awards:
- 5K solo: Overall Male and Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd; Age group awards (10 and under to 70+).
- 5K relay: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place Team.
- 5K ruck: 1st overall Male and Female.
Schedule:
- Packet Pickup/In person registration: TBA
- RACE DAY: Saturday, April 25th
- 7-8 AM - Packet Pickup/Late Registration
- 8:30 AM - Race Begins
- 9:45 AM - Approximate Awards
