I am excited to share some information with you about an upcoming local kid's running series event that kicks off this Sunday! I think it is going to not only be beneficial for the kids that participate in the races but for our community as well. Healthy Kids Running Series is a community-based program designed to encourage kids to live a healthy lifestyle through positive encouragement and fun. This non-profit has grown quickly since it was first established 10 years ago in Pensylvania to now having racing series in 35 different states and counting across the US!
We are very fortunate to have Lauren Dineen for our Community Coordinator, she is passionate about helping kids learn ways to be healthier through eating right and exercise! Since last Spring was Lauren's first time as coordinator for the Healthy Kids Running Series Jacksonville I wanted to share a little bit about her and how she became Community Coordinator.
"I am an avid runner and passionate about promoting an active and healthy lifestyle. This lifestyle has trickled down to my kids and we have made it a part of our everyday routine (i.e. exercising, eating healthy). My son participated in HKRS over the last couple of years. It was amazing to watch him grow each week. My daughter soon followed his lead. It was an incredible feeling to see them run with huge smiles on their faces. I thought to myself, "my kids are having fun working out, what can be better than this?"! When the opportunity presented itself to help with Healthy Kids Running Series, I was ecstatic. I quickly jumped on board in anticipation of watching kids in our community grow, have fun, and be active. My first season was a success. It was even more rewarding than I had imagined. I watched kids push themselves, motivate others, and progress each week." Lauren Dineen
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| Images from Jacksonville's 2019 Spring Healthy Kids Running Series |
Jacksonville Race Information
The races will take place at the Jacksonville Recreation Center every Sunday from September 22nd to October 20th at 3:00 pm. Prior to each race the check-in table will be set up behind the Pavillion (by the skatepark), this is also where you can pick up race bags, t-shirts & racing bibs. This event is for children from 2 years old up to 14 years old and every week the child completes a race they will earn points. After the last race in the series all present participants will receive a medal for participating and trophies will be awarded to the participants with the most points. Age-appropriate courses will set up for the different age groups, see the chart below for specifics.
| 2-3 Years Old 50 Yard Dash | 4-5 Years Old 75 Yard Dash | Kindergarten - 1st Grade 1/4 Mile |
| 2nd - 3rd Grade 1/2 Mile | 4th - 5th Grade 1 Mile | 6th - 8th Grade 1 Mile |
If you would like your child to participate in Jacksonville's Fall Healthy Kids Running Series please complete the online registration HERE or aim to arrive a few minutes early on race day and complete registration onsite. The fee for all 5 races is only $40 and includes a t-shirt!
Here is a break down of race participation options:
-Week 1- 5 races $40.00 with shirt, $10 for single race without shirt
-Week 2- 4 races $40.00 with shirt, $10 for single race without shirt
-Week 3- 3 races $40.00 with shirt, $10 for single race without shirt
-Week 4- $20 for the remaining two races without a shirt OR $10 for a single race without a shirt; shirts can be sold for $10 additionally
-Week 5- $10 for single race plus $10 additionally for a shirt if they choose
Volunteers needed for race day! Click HERE for more information or to sign up to volunteer at the race.
High School students that need volunteer hours are welcome!
 | Want to sponsor a race? Are you a local business that would like to help support the Jacksonville Fall Healthy Kids Running Series? |
| Healthy Kids Running Series Jacksonville Contact Info |
| Website Online Registration | Jackson Commons Recreation Center 100 Recreation Circle Jacksonville, NC 28546 |
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