# Women Run Walk Memphis Program & 5K

- **When:** Fri, Sep 11, 2026 · 7:00 PM CDT
- **Where:** 8500 Walnut Grove, Cordova, TN, 38018
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-123066-women-run-walk-memphis-program-5k

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Cordova/WomenRunWalkMemphis?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq

## Description

2026 Women Run Walk Memphis
Presented by the Memphis Runners Track Club

Women Run Walk Memphis (WRWM) is a supportive training program designed for women of all fitness levels—from walkers and brand-new runners to experienced runners looking to improve their pace and performance.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to take your running to the next level, WRWM provides coaching, training plans, and a welcoming community to help you reach your goals.

Participants train together throughout the summer and celebrate their progress by completing the WRWM Graduation 5K at the end of the program.

 
Program Details

Registration Fees

$40: March 16 – June 22
$45: June 23 – July 20

Registration closes midnight July 21 or when the program reaches capacity (1,200 participants), whichever comes first.

Registration Includes

WRWM Expo access
Weekly Monday night training sessions
WRWM technical t-shirt or tank
Entry into the Graduation 5K

Participants must be female and age 10 or older.

 
Key Dates

WRWM Expo
June 22 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Shelby Farms Park – Jones Pond Pavilion
(across from the Visitors Center)

At the Expo you can:

Pick up program information
Meet coaches and group leaders
Ask questions about training
Visit sponsors and vendors
Learn about proper running shoes and apparel
Purchase technical running gear

 
First Training Session
July 6 | 6:30 PM
(Arrive early for announcements)

Training sessions are held Monday evenings July through August.
There will be no training on Labor Day, and the final in-person training session will be August 31.

Each participant will follow a pacing-based training plan appropriate for their group:

Walkers
Beginning Runners
Intermediate Runners
Advanced Runners

If you need to miss a session, you can still stay on track by following your group’s weekly training plan.

 
Training Topics

Throughout the program, participants will learn valuable information to help them train safely and effectively, including:

Choosing the right training program
Proper running form
Nutrition and hydration
Warm-up, cool-down, and stretching techniques
The importance of proper shoes and technical clothing
How to maximize performance and prevent injury

 
WRWM Graduation 5K
Saturday, September 12 | 8:00 AM
Hope Church
8500 Walnut Grove Rd
Cordova, TN 38018

The Graduation 5K is a participants-only race and celebrates the accomplishments of everyone who completed the training program.

 
Stay Connected
Follow us on Facebook for program updates and announcements.

Program communications will be sent via email and Facebook. If you provide an email during registration but are not receiving updates, please contact us. Some spam filters or business firewalls may block emails.

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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-123066-women-run-walk-memphis-program-5k](https://runthis.run/event/rs-123066-women-run-walk-memphis-program-5k) — data from Run This (runthis.run).