Bella and Sophia Long complete the Bloom Shapiro 5K after the last Zoomerangs program
If your kids like to run or want to learn to run, check out Fleet Feet Sports’ program Zoomerangs!
Will run for worms…
Now in its 7th season, this non-competitive “open track” program is designed for kids aged 4–13. It gives them the opportunity to experience running in a fun, friendly atmosphere where the motto is “Will run for worms” (gummy worms, that is!). It’s a great place for kids to run safely and correctly using good form, make friends and get stronger or build endurance so they can perform better in other sports (or rock the mile in gym class).
Most of all, their goal is to empower kids to accomplish their goals and instill in them a lifelong love of running. It’s also a great opportunity for mom and dad to spend quality time with your kids – and get in shape too!
Training sessions
The fall edition of our popular program begins on Sunday, September 25 at 4:30pm. All practices take place at the Saint Joseph College Track in West Hartford and last about 45 minutes. After a group warm-up (stretches, form drills and running games), kids will be encouraged to run at their own pace and run as many laps as they feel comfortable running.
The goal is to have kids run/walk 4 laps (1 mile) each practice – though, by the end of the season many kids are running 2-4 miles – and still smiling at the end!
Little Manchester Road Race
The program will culminate with the Little Manchester Road Race on Saturday, November 19 in Manchester, CT. This race features a 1/2 mile, 1 mile and 2 mile course.
Free entry for one lucky GRR kid!
Stephanie Blozy, owner of Fleet Feet in West Hartford, has graciously offered to provide one free Zoomerangs registration to a GRR kid interested in the program.
- Email Ray Long at RGL120467@aol.com by September 15th with the name(s) of your child(ren) interested in receiving the free Zoomerangs registration – please note “Zoomerangs” in the subject line of the email.
- The GRR will hold a drawing on September 16th.
- We will notify the winner by email.
- All names must be submitted by September 15th.
GRR kids in Zoomerangs get free entry to Race to Fill the Pantry
GRR members whose kids take part in the Zoomerangs program get FREE entry to the NRG Energy Race to Fill the Pantry on November 13th. Here’s how it works.
- Register your kids (ages 4 to 13) in Zoomerangs.
- Then register your kids for the Race to Fill the Pantry 5K.
- Note on the race registration form that the child is in the Zoomerangs program and GRR will waive the registration fee.
- Note: You must have a family or individual membership in GRR and your membership must be in good standing.
Sign up now!
The program cost is $50 per child and includes a Zoomerang Team t-shirt, Little Manchester Road Race entry and sweatshirt, gummy-worms, “lap rewards” and “Track or Treat” (a special Halloween celebration that includes trick-or-treating around the track for healthy snacks and neat prizes). Scholarships are available for needy kids.
Sign-up online or in the store. Questions? Email Coach Sean at seancoughlan@hotmail.com.
