Merry Fitness 5k
- Date Sat 14th December 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Jacksonville, North Carolina
- Price $33.05
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the festive and uplifting Merry Fitness 5K on Saturday, December 14, 2024, in Jacksonville, Onslow! This exciting event celebrates the culmination of a 10-week run program designed to inspire young individuals to embrace joy, health, and confidence. Whether you choose to run, walk, hop, skip, or even cartwheel, every participant is honored for their efforts as they cross the finish line.
This 5K is not just about racing; it supports scholarships for children in need, allowing them to participate in the Girls on the Run and STRIDE programs. With professional race production by the New River YMCA and precise timing by Run with the East, you can expect a fun, safe, and accurate race experience. Make sure to join us at Jacksonville Commons Middle School for packet pick-up on race day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM, or at the New River YMCA on December 13th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, including age groups and overall male and female winners. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate fitness, community, and the spirit of the season!
This 5K is not just about racing; it supports scholarships for children in need, allowing them to participate in the Girls on the Run and STRIDE programs. With professional race production by the New River YMCA and precise timing by Run with the East, you can expect a fun, safe, and accurate race experience. Make sure to join us at Jacksonville Commons Middle School for packet pick-up on race day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM, or at the New River YMCA on December 13th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, including age groups and overall male and female winners. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate fitness, community, and the spirit of the season!
Organiser's Description
Join us as GOTR/STRIDE celebrate the completion of a 10-week run program!
We believe that accomplishment comes in all flavors and everyone who participates, whether they run, walk, hop, skip, or even cartwheel across the finish line. It is to be honored and congratulated.
The season of learning about the importance of taking care of our emotional and physical health truly embodies our mission of inspiring young ladies and men to be joyful, healthy, and confident as the culminating event of the GOTR/STRIDE curriculum. It is a moment in time that beautifully reflects the very essence of the program goals.
Public runners are welcome as this race provides scholarships to children who need assistance participating in the Girls on the Run and STRIDE programs. Professional race production by the New River YMCA and timing by Run with the East ensures a fun, safe, and accurate 5K race experience.
PLEASE READ:
Girls on the Run and STRIDE participants DO NOT NEED to register for the 5K. Participants are already registered with the program registration.
* RACE SHIRTS ARE $15 AND MUST BE ORDERED BEFORE NOVEMBER 26TH TO GUARANTEE REQUESTED SIZE.*
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, December 13th, 4:00PM -7:00PM at the New River YMCA.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP
Saturday, December 14th, 7:30am - 8:30am at Jacksonville Commons Middle School for those that already registered. Same Day Registration: Debt/Credit Card Only! NO CASH!
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top overall 3 male and 3 female finishers.
Awards will also be given to the top male and female in each of the following categories:
Age Groups: 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & over.
We believe that accomplishment comes in all flavors and everyone who participates, whether they run, walk, hop, skip, or even cartwheel across the finish line. It is to be honored and congratulated.
The season of learning about the importance of taking care of our emotional and physical health truly embodies our mission of inspiring young ladies and men to be joyful, healthy, and confident as the culminating event of the GOTR/STRIDE curriculum. It is a moment in time that beautifully reflects the very essence of the program goals.
Public runners are welcome as this race provides scholarships to children who need assistance participating in the Girls on the Run and STRIDE programs. Professional race production by the New River YMCA and timing by Run with the East ensures a fun, safe, and accurate 5K race experience.
PLEASE READ:
Girls on the Run and STRIDE participants DO NOT NEED to register for the 5K. Participants are already registered with the program registration.
* RACE SHIRTS ARE $15 AND MUST BE ORDERED BEFORE NOVEMBER 26TH TO GUARANTEE REQUESTED SIZE.*
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, December 13th, 4:00PM -7:00PM at the New River YMCA.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP
Saturday, December 14th, 7:30am - 8:30am at Jacksonville Commons Middle School for those that already registered. Same Day Registration: Debt/Credit Card Only! NO CASH!
AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top overall 3 male and 3 female finishers.
Awards will also be given to the top male and female in each of the following categories:
Age Groups: 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & over.
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