- "Will Run for Fun" aims to involved elementary aged children (grades 4-6) in long distance running.
- Most kids of this age are only exposed to sports such as soccer, baseball etc. and not running.
- Running is an ideal sport for kids who aren’t super sporty.
- Running is both an individual sport and a team sport.
- Running can help kids gain self-confidence.
- Running is a very efficient sport, as you are constantly moving while doing it. It can help kids become healthier/make better lifestyle choices.
- Running requires very little equipment (meaning very little cost!).
- This clinic only costs $15 for the whole session, which mainly pays for the cost of a cool t-shirt! All extra money is used for incidentals (this clinic is strictly nonprofit).
- Payment does not need to be made in advance; it can be paid the first day.
- This clinic is affiliated with the Girl Scouts (it is a Girl Scout gold award project).
- Kids do not have to come every single session, we’re flexible!
- Kids will not only learn how to learn run, but also how to stretch, eat healthy etc.
- Counselors/volunteers are mainly high school students from Newton South who participate in track/cross country. In addition, the majority of volunteers have experience with working with children and are also CPR certified.
- Water will be provided.
- Distances aren’t ridiculously long. They will range from a half mile to 3 miles, and kids will work their way up and only run what they are comfortable with.
- Kids won't just be running the whole time.... we're going to make it FUN! We will play games and do some running-related activities.
Can't wait to see you soon!
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Why Kids Should Join "Will Run for Fun"... And More!
Monday, June 18, 2012
Sign Ups Are Live!
If you would like to sign up for our clinic, please go to
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D45AFA82DA75-will
In a few days, other forms that are required for sign up will also be posted.
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D45AFA82DA75-will
In a few days, other forms that are required for sign up will also be posted.
Monday, June 11, 2012
What is Will Run for Fun? A Quick FAQ
What is Will Run for Fun?
Will Run for Fun is a Newton Youth program directed by me, a senior girl scout, and volunteers from the Newton South High School running programs that aims to involve elementary aged children in long distance running.
Where and when is it taking place?
6:30 to 7:30 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. July 5th- August 16th at the Newton South Track and surrounding fields.
How old do kids have to be?
Participants must be going into 4th grade, going into 5th grade or going into 6th grade. Both boys and girls are welcome!
How much does it cost?
My project is affiliated with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts and is therefore strictly a nonprofit organization. However, the cost of participation is $15, which covers the cost of a t-shirt as well as any incidentals (such as water).
Why is running so great?
So many reasons! Not only is long distance running an amazing source of physical exercise, but it also helps in keeping ones emotional and mental health in balance. Running is also the most efficient way of exercising because it is continuous. And most importantly, running is FUN! Everyone loves running around when they're little, so why doesn't this love for running continue throughout childhood and into adolescence? I can guarantee that each child will learn to love running. Children will even build friendships and learn about the sport and themselves in the process.
Who is going to be in charge?
I, Leda, will be in charge of the entire process and will have help along the way from my friends/volunteers from Newton South High School's track/cross country teams. I love working with kids. In fact, I have been a CIT at a camp for two years and also volunteer at the preschool at Newton South. I also really enjoy running (of course!) and run year round, competing three seasons per year.
How do I sign up?
More information/forms will be coming your way via this blog shortly! However, if you are interested please contact me at olialeda@gmail.com and I will update you when the forms are available.
More Questions?
Leave them in the comments section at the bottom of this page or contact me a olialeda@gmail.com
Can't wait for this summer!
Leda :)
P.S. Official Facebook page and Twitter coming soon!
Will Run for Fun is a Newton Youth program directed by me, a senior girl scout, and volunteers from the Newton South High School running programs that aims to involve elementary aged children in long distance running.
Where and when is it taking place?
6:30 to 7:30 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. July 5th- August 16th at the Newton South Track and surrounding fields.
How old do kids have to be?
Participants must be going into 4th grade, going into 5th grade or going into 6th grade. Both boys and girls are welcome!
How much does it cost?
My project is affiliated with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts and is therefore strictly a nonprofit organization. However, the cost of participation is $15, which covers the cost of a t-shirt as well as any incidentals (such as water).
Why is running so great?
So many reasons! Not only is long distance running an amazing source of physical exercise, but it also helps in keeping ones emotional and mental health in balance. Running is also the most efficient way of exercising because it is continuous. And most importantly, running is FUN! Everyone loves running around when they're little, so why doesn't this love for running continue throughout childhood and into adolescence? I can guarantee that each child will learn to love running. Children will even build friendships and learn about the sport and themselves in the process.
Who is going to be in charge?
I, Leda, will be in charge of the entire process and will have help along the way from my friends/volunteers from Newton South High School's track/cross country teams. I love working with kids. In fact, I have been a CIT at a camp for two years and also volunteer at the preschool at Newton South. I also really enjoy running (of course!) and run year round, competing three seasons per year.
How do I sign up?
More information/forms will be coming your way via this blog shortly! However, if you are interested please contact me at olialeda@gmail.com and I will update you when the forms are available.
More Questions?
Leave them in the comments section at the bottom of this page or contact me a olialeda@gmail.com
Can't wait for this summer!
Leda :)
P.S. Official Facebook page and Twitter coming soon!
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