Indiana Schools, you’re invited to be a part of the 2010 St.Vincent Geist Half Marathon & 5K, one of the fastest growing running races in Indiana.  Schools and youth organizations can participate in the 2010 event as part of the Healthy Kids Training Program, established to support schools in their efforts to help Indiana kids “Get Up and Get Fit".  Last year, 31 schools in Central Indiana participated in the 2nd annual “Race Around the Reservoir” More than 1400 youth and adult mentors were attracted to the fun, healthy activity with friends and school mates. The School Program is open to all students in 4th through 12th grade.

What is the Healthy Kids Training Program?
St.Vincent Geist Half Marathon & 5K has made a commitment to help Indiana kids “Get Fit”   We encourage area schools and youth organizations to develop their own training program by gathering a group of kids and adult mentors who would like to participate in our race. Groups can choose either the 5K (more appropriate for the younger and novice runner) or the half marathon (for the older more experienced runner).  Promotion of the training program, registration for the race and race day management is the responsibility of the school. We offer resources and guidance to assist with these processes, as well as, a training program coordinator that will be there to support the school every step of the way.

Important Information
Program Guidelines
Program Registration Form
Sample Program Participant Registration Form
School Program Tiers

What you will need to get started:

• Adult training mentor/s, to assist students in their pre-event training and event preparation, plus race day assistance
• Adult volunteer support to assist with administration and perhaps training if needed
• “Can do” attitude!

There are several youth training programs that are going on their third year with the event and their numbers continue to grow every year.  This is the direct result of the strong commitment of the program mentors and volunteers.  All the effort is worth its weight in gold, when you see your youth participants step out of their comfort zone and complete their first 5K (3.1 miles) or half marathon (13.1 miles)

If your school is interested in participating in the 2010 St.Vincent Geist Half Marathon & 5K please contact Kathy Pelletier, School Training Program, and coordinator for more information.  Call 317-850-6887 or email Kathy@VisionEventManagement.com. 

There’s a little something extra in it for you too! - Health & Wellness Grant Program
Geist Half Marathon, Inc. officials announced on November 2, 2009 the launch of their Health & Wellness Grant Program designed to fund healthy initiatives for 2010. School faculty and parent volunteers in Marion, Hancock, and Hamilton counties are encouraged to download the instructions and application online at www.GeistHalf.com.  Last year’s “Race Around the Reservoir” generated over $50,000 for local area schools to fund their health and wellness initiatives.