🥋 Flying Kick 5K
Get ready to kick your 5K up a notch! Hosted by Olson’s Martial Arts, the Flying Kick 5K is where fitness meets ninja fun. Join us Saturday, September 6th at 9 a.m. in Johnson City for a high-energy run inspired by the spirit of martial arts. Whether you’re a black belt or a beginner, you’ll love the themed course, fun challenges, and action-packed atmosphere. Costumes and high kicks encouraged—hi-ya!
Flying Kick 5k
🥷 Your Registration Includes:
🥋 Karate Headband (Kids) – For our mini warriors to look the part
🗝️ Flying Kick T-shirt (Adults) – A fun keepsake for our grown-up ninjas
🎉 Ninja-Inspired Fun – Martial arts-themed activities for all ages
📸 Epic Photo Ops – Capture your inner warrior at our themed selfie stations
🎭 Costume Contest & Awards – Dress to impress (and win!)
🏅 Finisher Medal – Because every ninja deserves a shiny reward
🎶 High-Energy Atmosphere – Music, cheering, and martial arts flair all around
👟 A Fun-Filled 5K Experience – Whether you walk, run, or ninja-roll to the finish!
Race Address
The Wellness Center (lower parking area) 200 Med Tech Pkwy, Johnson City, TN 37604
Race Start Time
9:00 a.m. Kid’s Race (10 & Under)
9:30 a.m. 5k
Packet Pickup
OPTION #1
Date: September 5 – Friday
Time: 11:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Location: Olson’s Martial Arts
316 Marketplace Blvd. Suite 15, Johnson City, TN 37604
OPTION #2
Date: September 6 RACE DAY
Time: 8: 00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.
Location: Outside The Wellness Center – lower lot
The Wellness Center (lower parking area) 200 Med Tech Pkwy, Johnson City, TN 37604
💥 Registration Tiers — Strike While the Price is Low! 💥
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🥋 White Belt Special (Super Early Bird): $25 August 1-3, 2025
You mastered the basics—now lock in the lowest price before it disappears like a ninja in the night! -
🥈 Black Belt in Training (Regular Registration): $30 August 4 – September 4, 2025
You’re sharpening your skills and securing your spot. This is the standard path to glory! -
🥇 Last-Minute Sensei (Race Day): $35 September 5 & 6, 2025
You live life on the edge—register on race day and show up ready to fly! -
🐉 Little Ninjas (Kids 10 & under): $15
Perfect for our youngest warriors ready to take on the Flying Kick course with energy and enthusiasm!
👕 Guarantee Your Swag!
Register by Thursday, August 22nd to guarantee your Flying Kick 5K race shirt and preferred size. After that, it’s first-come, first-served—no ninja tricks to get your size later!
Awards
Top 3 overall male & female, Top male & female grandmasters, Top male & female masters
Age groups (10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & older)
Kids Race – Top 3 boy and girl
Best Ninja Costume (see categories below)
Finisher’s Medals
🔥 Ninja Costume Contest Categories:
🥷 Best Dressed Ninja – For the fiercest (or flashiest) full-on ninja look.
🌀 Most Creative Martial Artist – Think outside the dojo! Unique, fun, or unexpected ninja interpretations.
🐣 Cutest Mini Ninja – For the best-dressed little warrior (kids 10 & under).
👟 Fastest in Costume – For the ninja who flew through the finish line in full costume.
🎭 Team Spirit Award – Best coordinated group of ninjas, senseis, or martial arts mayhem.
🥷 What to Bring to the Flying Kick 5K 🥷
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👟 Running Shoes – Whether you sprint, stroll, or stealthily sneak, comfy shoes are key.
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🥋 Your Best Ninja Costume – Capes, headbands, black belts—get creative!
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📸 Phone or Camera – You’ll want to capture the epic ninja moments and photo ops.
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💦 Water Bottle – Stay hydrated like a true warrior.
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🪪 Race Confirmation & ID – Check-in like a pro (or ninja in disguise).
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🎉 Your Energy & Spirit – Get ready for fun, fitness, and flying kicks!
Proceeds go to Olson’s Gives Back – College Scholarship Program
Martial Artist are amazing athletes. Their training also makes them leaders, good citizens, as well as focused and disciplined learners. Team sports, other mainstream athletics and music offer many opportunities for financial assistance, but the Martial Artist must look to other means for scholarship awards. We are proud to offer one of the only college scholarship programs in the country for Martial Arts Athletes
🙌 Calling All Ninja Volunteers!
We need 30 energetic volunteers to help bring the Flying Kick 5K to life! From setting up the course to cheering on runners and playing the role of stealthy ninjas along the route, there’s a spot for every skill level. Join the fun, earn community service hours, and be part of something kickin’!
SPONSORS
