Indy 500 workout fundraiser set for May 24 at Speedway’s Plaza On Main

Tammy Smith, parks director for the Town of Speedway, and Sarah, owner of Fitness Boutique, announced a fundraising “Indy 500 workout” at Plaza On Main at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 24, the morning before the Indianapolis 500.

Organizers said the event is aimed at raising money to support entertainment and programming at the plaza; last year’s workout raised funds specifically to bring more entertainment to the new park location and this is the second annual event.

Tammy Smith said the announcement took place at the Plaza On Main, at the intersection of Fourteenth and Main Street, and invited the community to attend. “So don't forget, join us the morning before the 500,” Smith said.

Sarah, owner of Fitness Boutique, described the schedule around race weekend: participants can attend Rockin' on Main the night before, from 5 to 10 p.m., and return the following morning for the workout. The workout will start at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 24.

Kayla, an instructor with Fitness Boutique who described the session, said one class format organizers will use is Uplift. “Uplift is a new format brought to you by ShineDance,” Kayla said. Organizers said the class uses popular music and strength-training moves; they will use resistance bands, balls and weights and said no prior experience is required.

Organizers characterized the workout as a community-focused fundraiser and social event rather than a competitive race. Those interested in attending were asked to arrive a bit early to check in and hydrate.

The announcement did not include registration fees, a detailed budget or how to donate; those details were not specified in the recorded remarks.