West Michigan Latino Health 5k Walk/Run

Purpose
The purpose is to promote physical activity and wellness in the Hispanic community as a means to improve health and foster community, 

Where
This walk/run starts and finishes at Roosevelt Park with the course taking participants along Grandville Ave and into the surrounding Roosevelt Park neighborhood. The walk/run starts at 9:00 am.

Why
A Health and Wellness promotion with focus on the Hispanic community that has higher instances of obesity, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and strokes.  The reason for highest amount of chronic diseases in the Hispanic community has been attributed to poor diets and lack of physical activity.

Volunteer Opportunities
We offer a variety of volunteer positions and time slots. Shirts and food are given to volunteers at the event. Volunteers must be able to attend a Zoom training on Monday, August 21st. Please visit this link to view Volunteer Information and Registration.  

Race Shirts
Register by August 11, 2024 at midnight to guarantee your race shirt. Participants that register on August 12th are not guaranteed a shirt, available while supplies last. Shirts are not guaranteed for racers that are not present for the event. Participants 13 and up will receive a shirt. Participants 12 and under may purchase a shirt and will receive a finishing medal. 

Packet Pick-up
Spectrum Health Mas Vida 1357 Grandville Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 3:00pm-8:00pm  August 23, 2024

Race Day registration/pick-up starting at 7:00am, Roosevelt Park. 739 Van Raalte SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Group Pricing Available  If you have a group of 4, sign up as a group/team to get $5 off per person! You must register all 4 teammates at the same time in order to receive the discount.  

Please Note
• Walking the course is welcomed, but participants must complete the route within 90 minutes.
• Weather conditions vary from year to year, so dress appropriately.
• In case of severe weather, event directors reserve the right to cancel without refund.

Social Media
• Mark yourself as "Going" and share the event with your friends on Facebook Facebook Event Page
• Train with us and discuss getting ready in our Facebook Group! West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Latino Health 5k Facebook Group

COVID 19 PROTOCOL
The State of Michigan has lifted all outdoor COVID restrictions.  COVID testing and vaccination policies could change if mandated by the government.  Mask use is highly recommended by everyone while indoors at packet pick-up whether you have been vaccinated or not, per CDC recommendations. 
If there are changes due to COVID, we will inform you via email and update this section accordingly.