This eight week program is geared toward individuals who are interested in starting to run and will include sessions on proper footwear and apparel, stretching, nutrition, injury prevention, and other issues related to developing and enjoying a regular training program. Classes will be held primarily on Wednesday afternoons at 5:30 P.M. on the Eagle Lake carriage roads. Some classes will also be held on Saturday mornings. Please check the schedule posted on this website for updates and additional details.

The cost of the program, which begins August 27th, is $25.00 ($15.00 for current Eden Athletics members) and will include a year’s membership in Eden Athletics as well as entry in to the Rolling Bones 5k run/walk race on October 25th. This event, in Bar Harbor, will serve as a “final exam” and celebration for all the class participants. For additional information about First Strides, or to pre-register for this program, please email president@edenthletics.com. Register now, space is limited!

In addition to the health benefits of running it is a great way to explore and enjoy Acadia National Park. We hope you will join us!

First Strides Program Schedule

Wednesday, August 27th - Kickoff Class/Orientation - MDI HS Track - 5:30 P.M.

Wednesday, September 3rd - Class #2 – Eagle Lake parking lot - 5:30 P.M.

Wednesday, September 10th - Class #3 – Eagle Lake parking lot - 5:30 P.M.

Wednesday, September 17th - Class #4 - Eagle Lake parking lot - 5:30 P.M.

Wednesday, September 24th - Class #5 – Eagle Lake parking lot - 5:30 P.M.

Wednesday, October 1st - Class #6 – Eagle Lake parking lot - 5:30 P.M.

Wednesday, October 8th - Class #7 - Eagle Lake parking lot - 5:30 P.M.

Wednesday, October 15th - Group training/review session (optional) – Eagle Lake parking lot - 5:30 P.M.

Saturday, October 18th - Class #8 – Eagle Lake parking lot - 8:00 A.M.

Wednesday, October 22nd - Group training/review session (optional) – Eagle Lake parking lot - 5:30 P.M.

Saturday, October 25th - FINAL EXAM! - Rolling Bones 5k, Bar Harbor Village Green - 9:00 A.M.