Healthy Kids Running Series – South Orange County

November 8, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Niguel Hills Middle School | Laguna Niguel, CA

Get your kids moving this fall with the Healthy Kids Running Series Laguna Niguel event. This five-week youth running series gives local kids a fun reason to get active.

Designed for children ages 2–14, the series welcomes young athletes of all abilities. Kids can run, build confidence and experience the fun of being active. Plus, race distances are based on age and grade level. Preschoolers start with short dashes, while older runners tackle longer distances.

Fall 2026 Race Dates

The Fall 2026 races take place at Niguel Hills Middle School in Laguna Niguel on:

• October 11
• October 18
• November 1
• November 8
• November 15

All races begin at 3:00 PM.

Helping South Orange County Kids Stay Active

At Rausch Physical Therapy & Wellness, we believe healthy movement habits can start early. Running can help young athletes develop strength, coordination, balance and confidence. Most importantly, kids get an opportunity to discover that being active can be fun.

Whether your child is new to running or already plays youth sports, this series offers another way to get moving. It also gives South Orange County families an opportunity to enjoy an active afternoon together.

Location: Niguel Hills Middle School, 29070 Shark Bay, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

Registration: Advance registration is available through Healthy Kids Running Series.

Is Pain or an Injury Slowing Down Your Young Athlete?

Kids play hard, and sometimes their bodies need a little extra support.

Rausch Physical Therapy & Wellness provides physical therapy and sports rehabilitation for young athletes throughout Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, Mission Viejo and South Orange County. Our physical therapy team can address pain, injuries and movement issues. As a result, young athletes can work toward safely returning to the activities they love.