ABOUT RUN SAIPAN

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, two parallel events collided to form the start of Run Saipan. 

 

Saipan International School hosted a “Run the Marianas” virtual run, traversing the entire length of the Mariana Islands. At the same time, long time streak runner Edward Dela Cruz Jr. started a virtual run  club on Facebook  and dubbed it “Run Saipan”. This led to Edward starting a series of Underground 5K races. Both events gave runners in the CNMI an opportunity to continue to improve their cardiovascular health at a time when the Commonwealth was shut down for the pandemic. They also formed the basis for the organizational structure that was to become the official non-profit  company, Run Saipan.

 

In August 18, 2021  Run Saipan was officially founded as a non-profit corporation in the CNMI with the mission to promote health and wellness through running. Setting out its vision the founding board focussed on holding regular running events and partnering with community organizations to offer even more events. 

 

Run Saipan remains committed to delivering its mission by building a strong community of like minded individuals, people who not only like to walk or run but who also want to give and receive support from other members. Run Saipan became a proud partner with Northern Marianas Athletics to provide officially sanctioned road races for athletes on a monthly basis.

From group runs, to volunteer opportunities, to community support to great running events, Run Saipan aims to have something for everyone.