Ability Over Disability.
Promoting hope, value, and worth in every athlete — and proving what is possible in an inclusive community.
A nationally recognized inclusive running program since 1998.
Our Mission
Rolling Thunder Special Needs Program empowers athletes with developmental disabilities to train, compete, and belong in mainstream racing events.
Through inclusive coaching and community support, we build confidence, independence, and lifelong skills that extend far beyond the finish line.
Through inclusive coaching and community support, we build confidence, independence, and lifelong skills that extend far beyond the finish line.
What It Looks Like
Inclusion isn’t a tagline — it’s what happens every week on the track, at races, and in the community.
Rolling Thunder athletes racing and training together across the community.
When we focus on ability instead of disability, everything changes.
Athletes gain confidence. Families gain hope. Communities grow stronger.
Athletes gain confidence. Families gain hope. Communities grow stronger.