Junior Marathoners Run Club
Learning to run well. Building confidence for life.
Available spots
Service Description
Junior Marathoners is a seasonal, skill-based run club designed to help kids learn how to run—at their pace, in their body, and with confidence. This is not race training. This is foundation building. What Junior Marathoners Is Junior Marathoners is a coach-led run club where kids learn the fundamentals of running through games, movement, and encouragement. We focus on: *Running form and efficiency *Pacing and endurance (without pressure) *Confidence and self-trust *Joyful movement and community Every session is age-appropriate, playful, and structured—so kids feel successful, not overwhelmed. Who This Program Is For Junior Marathoners is a great fit if: *Your child wants to get better at running * Your child enjoys structure and routine * Your child is curious about races but not ready for pressure * You want your child to build confidence before events like 5Ks No prior running experience required. No minimum pace. When Junior Marathoners Runs Junior Marathoners is offered twice per year to match the natural rhythm of the year: *Spring Session: March *Fall Session: September These sessions are intentionally timed to: *Prepare kids for spring and fall running events *Avoid competing with major race series *Give kids space to rest and celebrate afterward Each week blends instruction and play, including: *Warm-ups that teach body awareness *Games that improve balance, coordination, and endurance *Simple pacing strategies (“How fast is too fast?”) *Confidence-building challenges *Cool-downs that reinforce recovery and self-care Kids leave feeling capable—not exhausted. How Junior Marathoners Fits Into the Bigger Picture. Junior Marathoners is part of the Kids Run This Town Year of Running. Many families use it to: *Prepare for the Seasonal Run Series *Build confidence before a first 5K *Create a positive relationship with running *Support long-term participation in movement Some kids repeat Junior Marathoners more than once—and that’s intentional. Skills deepen with each season. Ready to Join? If your child is ready to: *Learn how to run with confidence *Build skills in a supportive environment *Be part of a positive running community Junior Marathoners is a beautiful place to begin.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Assumption of Risk I understand that participation in Kids Run This Town programs involves physical activity, including running, walking, jogging, games, and related movement activities. I acknowledge that these activities carry inherent risks, including but not limited to falls, collisions, weather conditions, uneven surfaces, and other risks associated with physical activity. I voluntarily allow my child to participate and assume all ordinary risks associated with participation. Release of Liability In consideration of my child’s participation, I release and hold harmless Kids Run This Town, its directors, officers, coaches, volunteers, event partners, and sponsors from any and all claims of injury, illness, or loss that may occur as a result of participation, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct. Participation Expectations I understand that Kids Run This Town programs are built on respect, safety, and inclusion. I agree to support program guidelines, safety rules, and positive behavior expectations for my child.
Contact Details
hello@kidsrunthistown.org
Woodbridge, VA 22191, USA