NYRR Striders is a free walking and fitness program that offers physical activity for older adults looking to get active, stay fit or improve their health. The program also connects participants to a community of like-minded adults who are determined to prove that athletes have no age limits. 

The program takes place weekly, with a one-hour fitness component and a walking component on another day. NYRR instructors lead the Striders sessions and the program hosts multiple events each year, which brings participants from sites across the city together to walk, run, and be active. 

Please complete the application on the next page if you are interested in renewing or starting a NYRR Striders program at your site. Once your application is reviewed by the Striders team, you may be contacted to schedule a meeting and/or a demonstration of NYRR Striders, Walking and Beyond session at your site before acceptance into the program. Acceptance is based on several factors, including but not limited to, your sites’ demonstrated need and expected participation. Sites may be placed on a waitlist, pending our coaching staff capacity.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and you will be asked to submit a renewal application annually. Accepted sites will need to sign a Memo of Understanding and complete a program orientation in advance of the site launch date.