The Fall Run Club season with Meraki Run Club in Downingtown is starting soon. Register your child to join the fun this Fall in Traditional Run Club, 5k Racing Club or the Youngest Runners Club.
About us: We are a youth running program that incorporates empowerment and growth mindset into each practice. We combine running drills, competition, games, and challenges to create a fun environment where runners focus on their fitness and mindset.
What do we offer: After-school run club Monday and Wednesday (1x or 2x/week); Weekend run club on Saturday mornings.
Who is run club for: Ages 3-13. All abilities are welcome. Our programs are great as an introduction to running, or to improve speed and endurance for running and other sports. All runners will learn to feel empowered to bring their best selves to run club and everywhere! We have three different programs based on your child's interests: Traditional Run Club, 5K Racing Club and our Youngest Runners Club.
Traditional Run Club
Ages 6-13, all abilities, play-based fitness, 8 weeks, 8 running skills, 8 empowerment principles and 1 individual challenge. Starts early September
Registration is now open and can be accessed through the DARC https://downingtownpa.myrec.com/
5K Racing Club
Ages 8-13, all abilities but need willingness to run and enjoy challenges. Practice 2-3x/week and about 5 meets for the season. Will get to race distances up to 5k.
Registration is now open for 5K racing club and youngest runners registration - merakirunclub.com/store
Youngest Runners Club
Ages 3-5, all abilities and parent participation is encouraged. Great introduction to running and being on a team. Play based lessons for running and empowerment.
Registration is now open for 5K racing club and youngest runners registration - merakirunclub.com/store
Physical Fitness and Mental Health Intertwined
At run club we recognize how connected our physical and mental health are and try to incorporate practices that promote confidence and strength of character in all of our athletes. Did you know that there was a study showing adding moderate running into peoples routine can drastically decrease depression symptoms?
Check out our podcast Raising Runners wherever you listen to podcasts on more free information about running and overall health!
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Merakai Run Club
Empowering young runners in Chester County.
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