Charlotte, Here We Come!
Why We Race
For over a decade, Get Fit At School has operated under a singular mission. Help improve education by improving the educator.
Teachers give everything they have to their students — but too often, they sacrifice their own health and wellness in the process. Through our fitness programs, wellness initiatives, and community events like the We ❤️ Teachers 5K, we help educators build energy, focus, and balance — empowering them to thrive inside and outside the classroom.
This race is more than miles; it’s a celebration of teachers, a commitment to their well-being, and a movement to create healthier, happier classrooms for every student.
Rep Your School
Join The School Challenge
The race will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the beautiful McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte. This is a fantastic course with some hills but a great location to beat your best time. You don't have to run, you can walk, you can watch, you can cheer, you can sponsor and you can volunteer! However you decide to participate, you're going to have fun! Come celebrate our educators!
Special Pricing - Thru September for the first 100 Registrations - only $20. The first 100 registrants will be Founding Members of the Charlotte race. See the benefits of being a founding member below. Register Now for the Charlotte inaugural race.
Founding 100 Member benefits:
✨ Special “Founding 100” race bib
✨ Distinctive race shirt color
✨ Your name on our banner + website
✨ Recognition as a community ambassador
✨ Early bird discounts on future Charlotte races
✨ No-wait VIP check-in on race day
Race Day Schedule
8:00-8:55 Registration/Packet Pickup
8:45 Opening Ceremony & Warm up
9:00 Race Start
9:45 Award Ceremony
9:00 -12:00 Race Celebration
Finishers will receive a T-Shirt and Finisher’s medal
Award Categories: Overall Male and Female. Then Top 3 Male and Female - 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
New Awards for this year:
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Most School Spirit (School with highest participation)
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Fastest Teacher - Both Male and Female
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Team Champion (Lowest average time - Minimum Team Size is 4 - form your team)
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Legacy Award - Best Parent-Child Duo Time
T-SHIRTS ARE GUARANTEED ONLY IF REGISTERED BY 2/20/2026** - NOTE - there will be extra shirts. Selection could be limited if registering after 2/20.
McAlpine Creek Park
8711 Monroe Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28212
Atlanta - We did it again!
Thank You To Our 2025 Atlanta Sponsors
Previous We ❤️ Teachers 5K
Our Race Team
Thank You For Volunteering
