New for Fall 2025 for Kids in Grades 4-7!
This 6-week program is designed for boys and girls in middle grades (4th–7th) of all experience levels—from curious beginner to natural runner. Designed to help your child build confidence, strength, and a love for the outdoors, Ryan Peeters, PT, DPT, will lead the runners each week through a dynamic warm-up, fun drills, while provide cool running tips and hitting local trails in Smedley Park for some adventure. Each session will combine movement education, proper running mechanics, and trail exposure while teaching healthy running habits and encouraging runners to challenge themselves in a fun and supportive environment. The last week will be final challenge to show the runners how far they have come.
WHO: Runners in grades 4-7
WHEN: Tuesdays, 5:15-6:15 p.m. beginning September 16th and running through October 21st (6 sessions with a makeup on October 28th)
WHERE: Smedley Park, 20 Papermill Rd, Springfield, PA. Meet at first parking lot on the left (before the trolley tracks).
PROGRAM DIRECTOR: Ryan Peeters, PT, DPT, is the owner/founder of Path to Movement, a VDOT Distance Running Coach, and a Level 2 Certified Running Gait Analyst. He has a passion for helping active adults and athletes of all ages looking to optimize their physical health and well-being and is an avid runner.
REGISTRATION FEE: $90, space is limited.
Updated 2025.08.25