Description
The STRIDES Community 5k Run/Walk at Dockweiler Beach is the culminating event of a 10-week public health program being implemented at Olympic Continuation High School. The program uses physical activity and skill-building sessions to decrease suicide risk factors and increase protective factors against suicide, such as self-esteem and social support. Your participation in this event will help show support for the accomplishments of STRIDES students and increase community awareness that suicide is preventable. For more information, visit www.StridesLosAngeles.blogspot.com.
Directions to Dockweiler & Parking Information
Dockweiler Beach is located at the intersection of Imperial Highway and Vista del Mar in Playa del Rey. A map and directions to Dockweiler can be accessed here: http://www.yelp.com/map/dockweiler-beach-playa-del-rey. You can access $1 parking by entering the beach at this intersection. Please tell the parking attendant that you are there for the 5k. After paying, head north on the Dockweiler service road and park in the first or second parking lot you come to. Lot 2 is located just over a quarter mile south of the start line at lot 3. You can also park near the start line in lot 3. However, PLEASE NOTE that individuals who would like to park in lot 3 must arrive before 7:30am and will not be allowed to leave until 9:30am, or after the last participant crosses the finish line. This rule will be strictly enforced and is designed to protect the safety of all of our participants.
Check-In
Check-in will open at 7am in lot 3 near the race start line. All participants must check in before 7:45am in order to participate. The race will begin promptly at 8am rain or shine.
Free STRIDES T-Shirt
If you were one of the first 110 registrants, you will receive your free STRIDES race day t-shirt when you check in at the race. Sizes have been accommodated on a first come first served basis.
Registration is only available online and will close at 6pm on Saturday evening.
*Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
