The third annual Alexian Brothers Fitness For America Sports Festival (FFASF) will take place from Friday, July 22, to Sunday, July 24, in the Village of Hoffman Estates. This is a full weekend of running and skating events for all fitness levels. The FFASF draws from 35 states and five countries, attracting a unique spectrum of participants, from recreational athletes to reigning Olympic gold medalists.
You don't have to be a professional to enjoy this festival -- become part of the excitement as a participant, volunteer, spectator or Special Olympics Illinois fundraiser. Get your friends, family and coworkers together to come out and enjoy this festival promoting fitness, health, community and environment.
This year, the Village and the Hoffman Estates Park District have partnered with the Alexian Brothers Health System (ABHS) in their effort to eliminate childhood obesity. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of ABHS, there will be NO fees for any of the children's events.
Participants will experience the strength of the ABHS community outreach more than ever before. FFASF highlights include:
- Events for all fitness levels: kids, recreation, fitness, advanced/amateur athlete and professional divisions
- The second largest inline skating marathon in the United States, with international draw
- The only pro inline tour in the United States, featuring the nation's top inline speed-skating athletes
- Half marathon run, part of the Chicago Half Marathon Series
- Incorporation and benefit to Paralympic athletes
- Official charity of Special Olympics Illinois
- Fitness expo
- Action packed multi-sport finish area
- Free kids events
To register a team, visit www.hefitnessforamerica.com. For more information on this event, contact Director of Tourism Linda Scheck by phone at 847-781-2664, or by e-mail at linda.scheck@hoffmanestates.org.
