RACE DIRECTOR RESOURCES
Lucie Murray has been working with race directors throughout California for over a decade to produce over 300 kids runs. She wants event directors to produce the best Kids Runs possible so as to inspire the next generation of runners. The articles below are available to event directors who are interested in adding or growing their Kids Run.
Kids Run losing money? Wish your event could become a family tradition? Want to partner with local schools? Unsure if a Kids Run is a good addition to your event? SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION WITH LUCIE MURRAY TO DISCUSS YOUR EXISTING, GROWING, OR NEW YOUTH EVENT.
Kids Run losing money? Wish your event could become a family tradition? Want to partner with local schools? Unsure if a Kids Run is a good addition to your event? SCHEDULE A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION WITH LUCIE MURRAY TO DISCUSS YOUR EXISTING, GROWING, OR NEW YOUTH EVENT.
KIDS RUN 101 PODCAST (1 HOUR)! Listen to my conversation with with Race Directors HQ about
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ENGAGING BUSINESSES WITH YOUR SCHOOL BASED EVENT (8 MINUTES) - Listen to this short podcast with Gopher Sports that is geared to school and parent leadership who are managing a school-based fitness event like a jogathon or fitness day. I give examples of ways to engage local businesses and sponsors to enhance the event.
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WHY HOST A KIDS RUN? Beyond Getting Kids Moving! When I ask Race Directors why they want to add a Kids Run to their existing or new running event, their answers usually reference childhood obesity and revenue. Great answers, but the benefits of adding a Kids Run go well beyond that – such as reaching new audiences, attracting new sponsors and vendors, and taking advantage of new marketing outlets. Understanding these advantages can help you lean into them in your marketing and outreach.
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HOW TO ORGANIZE A KIDS RUN. Simple Steps for Safety and Fun. While many race directors appreciate the benefits that come with adding a Kids Run to their race, they often underestimate the intricacies involved in planning a successful and safe event. And while none of this is rocket science, there are some aspects that require special attention, mainly because children run races differently than adults.
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KIDS RUN VOLUNTEERS. An Overview of Roles. Just as with any area of your endurance race, volunteers are an essential part of keeping your Kids Run safe and fun. In this article I'll address some of the ways to best use volunteers including leadership, pacers, sweeps, and course marshals.
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KIDS RUN TO GO? The Benefit of Adding a Virtual Option to your In-Person Youth Event. A virtual, at-home, option for the Kids Run may be one of those fabled silver linings that came out of a year of shutdowns, canceled events, and screen time overload. It can benefit your event by minimizing overspending and waste, while supporting parents in their efforts to get their kids moving again
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THE KIDS RUN MANUAL - BY LUCIE MURRAY. COMING SOON!!
This simple, step by step manual will help new and seasoned race directors plan a Kids Run. Creating a more family friendly event, appealing to new audiences, attracting new sponsors, and better allocating resources.
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This simple, step by step manual will help new and seasoned race directors plan a Kids Run. Creating a more family friendly event, appealing to new audiences, attracting new sponsors, and better allocating resources.
Coming soon - sign up for our newsletter to receive updates