JUST RUN
Skippers Run 2019
Welcome to JUST RUN
JUST RUN Practice Dates
March 12 & 14
March 21
March 26 & 28 Practice on your own- SPRING BREAK
April 2 & 4
April 9 & 11
April 16 & 18
April 23 & 25
April 30 & May 2
May 7 & May 9
May 14 & 16
May 21 & 23
May 25 - RACE DAY!!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Just Run in Fairport Harbor?
Just Run is a running club for students in the Fairport Harbor Schools. The goals of the program are:
- To run, walk, or participate in physical activity for at least 30 minutes each day.
- To commit to the JUST RUN program and to eventually be able to run or walk at least 3 continuous miles.
- To learn how to make better nutritional choices.
- To continue to be a good citizen and do Just Deeds to help others.
When is the 5K Race?
The 2019 race will be held in Fairport Harbor on May 25, 2019. We will have more info released when we get closer to the race day.
When are practices held?
Practices will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 starting on March 12, 2019.
Where are practices held?
Practices will be held at McKinley Elementary. Students will be required to check in at the gym when they arrive at practice each day and should be picked up from the McKinley Gym at 4:30.
Please pull up on the GYM side of the building with your Pick Up tag displayed (Just like at Dismissal. ALL parents Orange and Yellow tags should use the gym side of the building for Just Run pick up)
What are practices like?
During each session we will be warming up, playing active group games, working out, warming down, and having some talk time.
1 day will be drills/relays/laps/running activities
1 day will be endurance based - ie. running longer each week working up to the 5K race.
Students will count their laps working up to longer and longer distances.
Can I practice on my own?
YES! You will need to practice on your own to build endurance.
Can families participate?
Absolutely! This is encouraged and we would love to have parents join us for practices.
What if I have never ran before?
That's great! We are so excited that you are ready to try something new! There is no expectation except putting one foot in front of the other and having a positive attitude. Whether you are running a marathon or taking a walk around the block- you are doing great things for your health and wellness by moving your body.
What should my child bring to Just Run practice?
Your child will need:
Comfortable clothes - some days are windy or cold so prepare your child with a sweatshirt or jacket. (Consider gloves, hats etc)
Appropriate shoes that are comfortable for running and jumping, shoes, running shoes are best. Second Sole is running a special just for JUST RUN participants. If your child needs shoes or a fitting please see the flyer below.
A water bottle with his/her name written on it is suggested.
A healthy snack - Suggested, not required. We will NOT be providing snacks.
Students will be responsible for their own items during Just Run. We are not responsible for lost items.
PLEASE dress for the weather! We will try to run outside (weather permitting)
What will JUST RUN students do between 3 and 3:30?
Students participating in Just Run will meet in the Media Center after school. Time will be provided for changing clothing into running gear (if necessary), eating a snack (Please bring one- snack will not be provided) and changing into running shoes. After dismissal, students will move to the gym for warm-ups and stretching.