The Inspiration behind Run Young & Free

Cindy Young

Speech-Language Pathologist, Dyslexia Specialist & Certified Teacher
Cindy Young, co-founder of ACA Hot Springs, knew from an early age that God was calling her to work with children who had special needs. Her passion to help others became a reality when she graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Master of Science degree in Education, achieved her Certificate of Clinical Competence and became a Speech Language Pathologist...

Steven & Cindy young

When COVID hit in 2020, Steven and Cindy saw the need to bring ACA to Hot Springs, passing the torch to Brandon and Nicki Sessions...
Cindy and Steven founded this community wellness event, formerly named "Mask-A-Race", and in 2021 it was renamed "Run Young & Free" in their honor.
We are proud to continue the race and the work they began. 

Thank you,  Cindy & Steven!