Tidewater Striders Running / Walking / Multi Sport Club founded 1972

The Tidewater Striders is one of the largest running clubs in the United States. The Tidewater Striders promotes fitness-related activities including running, walking and multi-sport events. All levels of ability are welcomed.

Membership in the Tidewater Striders includes:

Socials, parties and FUN!

Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) memberships for all Striders.

Subscription to the monthly newsletter, The RUNDOWN, which includes local and regional race schedules, race entry forms for upcoming races and events, complete race results, and informative articles on nutrition, cross-training, and fitness and health. The RUNDOWN was the winner of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Best Publication for 1998.

Discounts at participating area businesses.

FREE Summer Series races. The Summer Series is a group of three runs that promote fun and camaraderie within the running/walking community.

Weekend long runs. There is always a group meeting on Saturday and Sunday morning for the weekly long runs. This is a great way to train for that upcoming marathon and don't think about how far you've run. These group runs are at different levels and different distances. And everyone is welcome. (There is a rumor that some of these groups will head to breakfast afterward to replenish the energy resources.)

Low annual dues, which will pay for itself when using your club discount at local businesses including Running etc & Point 2 Running Company

$5 off all Strider Races

We offer college scholarships to Strider youth based on academic & athletic achievement and community & Strider involvement and service.

We offer a Free Summer Camp for our youth over the summer.