Space Coast Runners Youth Series Races
- Date Sat 23rd August 2025 - Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Melbourne, Florida
- Price Free
- Races 7 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting season of fun and fitness with the Space Coast Runners Youth Series Races, taking place from Saturday, August 23, 2025, to Saturday, April 11, 2026, in the beautiful Indian Harbour Beach, Brevard. This fantastic event is perfect for introducing children aged 12 and under to the joy of running! Featuring six track events, each race is designed to be non-competitive and FREE, allowing kids to enjoy the thrill of racing without the pressure.
Race distances vary by age group, with options including 100 meters for children aged 3 and under, 200 meters for ages 4 to 6, 400 meters for ages 7 to 10, and 800 meters for ages 11 to 12. New this season, kids can also participate in open 100m and 400m races after their designated runs for even more excitement. Each participant will receive a fun custom award at the finish line, and those who complete all six races will earn a special limited edition backpack, along with recognition at the SCR Celebration Night in June 2026. Join us for a vibrant atmosphere of encouragement, community spirit, and healthy competition!
Race distances vary by age group, with options including 100 meters for children aged 3 and under, 200 meters for ages 4 to 6, 400 meters for ages 7 to 10, and 800 meters for ages 11 to 12. New this season, kids can also participate in open 100m and 400m races after their designated runs for even more excitement. Each participant will receive a fun custom award at the finish line, and those who complete all six races will earn a special limited edition backpack, along with recognition at the SCR Celebration Night in June 2026. Join us for a vibrant atmosphere of encouragement, community spirit, and healthy competition!
Organiser's Description
LOOKING TO INTRODUCE YOUR CHILD TO RUNNING?
Space Coast Runners Youth Series _presented by Runner2Runner Foundation_ offers FUN RUNS (ages 12 & under) at 6 different track events in conjunction with the SCR Runner of the Year Series 2025-2026. These non-competitive runs are FREE!
RACE DISTANCES VARY PER AGE GROUP
star 100 meters for 3 years & under
star 200 meters for ages 4- 6 years
star 400 meters for ages 7 - 10 years
star 800 meters for ages 11 - 12 years
_NEW THIS SEASON!_ After each of the age groups have run their designated distance races, we'll offer Kid's Open 100m and 400m races for any child wanting to run a different distance or to experience even more race excitement.
PRIZES & AWARDS
* A fun, custom award at the finish of each race is given to every child to recognize their participation and efforts. Collect all 6 for a complete 2025 - 2026 Youth Series set.
* Any child who completes all 6 runs this season will receive the special Ran All Races Limited Edition Backpack. Additionally, they will be recognized at the SCR Celebration Night at the end of the season.
WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW
* The Youth Series races are free to everyone!
* Register online for the race(s) your child will attend this season.
* Each race will be held at a local high school track on a Saturday morning. Warm ups will begin around 8:50am with with races commencing at 9am. We suggest arriving by 8:45am.
* Parents or guardians should go to the SCR Tent prior to the scheduled Youth fun run to CHECK IN and pick up the child's race bib.
* Every child will receive a participation award at the end of each race.
* For a child to be eligible for the annual Youth Series Ran All Races Challenge award, they must complete all 6 races in-person.
* The Youth Series awards will be presented at the SCR Awards Night which will be held in June 2026.
WANT TO MAKE A REAL IMPACT FOR KIDS IN BREVARD COUNTY?
Become a sponsor of the SCR Youth Seriesour totally free racing program for kids ages 12 & under. Were looking for community-minded businesses to help us bring SIX exciting youth races to life this season. Click to view: 2025 SCR Youth Series Sponsorship [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gYgIFwDHM5YIij8rqSigZ5b0ZSq0wra0/view?usp=sharing] packet!
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? If you would like to volunteer at an event, please email Youth Series coordinator, Lauren Malfitano at [email protected].
Space Coast Runners Youth Series _presented by Runner2Runner Foundation_ offers FUN RUNS (ages 12 & under) at 6 different track events in conjunction with the SCR Runner of the Year Series 2025-2026. These non-competitive runs are FREE!
RACE DISTANCES VARY PER AGE GROUP
star 100 meters for 3 years & under
star 200 meters for ages 4- 6 years
star 400 meters for ages 7 - 10 years
star 800 meters for ages 11 - 12 years
_NEW THIS SEASON!_ After each of the age groups have run their designated distance races, we'll offer Kid's Open 100m and 400m races for any child wanting to run a different distance or to experience even more race excitement.
PRIZES & AWARDS
* A fun, custom award at the finish of each race is given to every child to recognize their participation and efforts. Collect all 6 for a complete 2025 - 2026 Youth Series set.
* Any child who completes all 6 runs this season will receive the special Ran All Races Limited Edition Backpack. Additionally, they will be recognized at the SCR Celebration Night at the end of the season.
WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW
* The Youth Series races are free to everyone!
* Register online for the race(s) your child will attend this season.
* Each race will be held at a local high school track on a Saturday morning. Warm ups will begin around 8:50am with with races commencing at 9am. We suggest arriving by 8:45am.
* Parents or guardians should go to the SCR Tent prior to the scheduled Youth fun run to CHECK IN and pick up the child's race bib.
* Every child will receive a participation award at the end of each race.
* For a child to be eligible for the annual Youth Series Ran All Races Challenge award, they must complete all 6 races in-person.
* The Youth Series awards will be presented at the SCR Awards Night which will be held in June 2026.
WANT TO MAKE A REAL IMPACT FOR KIDS IN BREVARD COUNTY?
Become a sponsor of the SCR Youth Seriesour totally free racing program for kids ages 12 & under. Were looking for community-minded businesses to help us bring SIX exciting youth races to life this season. Click to view: 2025 SCR Youth Series Sponsorship [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gYgIFwDHM5YIij8rqSigZ5b0ZSq0wra0/view?usp=sharing] packet!
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? If you would like to volunteer at an event, please email Youth Series coordinator, Lauren Malfitano at [email protected].
Races
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All 6 Race SCR Youth Series
Sat 23rd August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
Includes registration for all 6 of the 2025 - 2026 SCR Youth Series Races (Viera, Cocoa, Merritt Island, Satellite, Space Coast, Eau Gallie) -
SCR Youth Series Race #1 at Viera High School
Sat 23rd August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
Races are held at the Viera High School Track 6103 Stadium Pkwy, Viera, FL 32940 -
SCR Youth Series Race #2 at Cocoa High School
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
Races are held at the Cocoa High School Track 2000 Tiger Trail, Cocoa, FL 32926 -
SCR Youth Series Race #3 at Merritt Island High School
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
Races are held at the Merritt Island High School Track 100 Mustang Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953 -
SCR Youth Series Race #4 at Satellite High School
Sat 6th December 2025 (9:00AM EST)
Free
Races are held at the Satellite High Track 300 Scorpion Ct, Satellite Beach, FL 32937 -
SCR Youth Series Race #5 at Space Coast Jr/Sr High School
Sat 21st February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
Free
Races are held at the Space Coast Jr/Sr High Track 6150 Banyan St, Cocoa, FL 32927 -
SCR Youth Series Race #6 at Eau Gallie High School
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
Races are held at the Eau Gallie High School Track 1400 Commodore Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32935
Space Coast Runners Youth Series Races
