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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I begin?
Want to Participate?
Just register here and join us!
You can now create and manage your own personal page, share your photos, goals and get sponsors.
Want to sponsor a participant? Click here for details.
If you have further questions, please contact Dr. Sharon Lite at [email protected].
2. What are the race options and schedules?
There are three race, USATF-certified route, options and all runs will take place rain or shine:
10K Run: 10:15 am
5K Run: 11:15 am
1 Mile Run and Stroller Run: 12:00 pm
50 yard dash for girls 10 and under: 12:30
Lunch: 12:45pm
3. Where does my cheering squad sit?
There are bleachers next to the track. Boys through age 7 are welcome at this event. All children must be supervised by an adult woman at all times including during your race.
4. What does pledging to the run-a-thon mean, exactly?
By committing to this event, and pledging to raise money for its success, you are helping raise invaluable funds to enhance the quality of life and education for Shearim students.
We wish you all the success possible. Train, set and achieve new goals, enjoy the race… and get all the sponsors you can, so when you cross that finish line, we will all be winners – you, and all the students at Shearim.
5. How can my sponsors submit payment?
Online contributions can be made by credit card on the runner's personalized page found on this website. Just make sure to tell your sponsors to select your name from the list of runners.
6. I am concerned that I might not be able to raise the required funds. Will I be able to do it?
Even if you've never raised money before, our materials and strategies will make it easy for you to solicit and collect sponsorships from friends, family, colleagues, neighbors, and others. Experience has shown that it is not only possible, but enjoyable, to set and reach your goals. Please refer to the sample letters found on your personal fundraising page center, and you will be surprised to see how quickly friends, family, and co-workers will respond to your request to help this wonderful cause. Just remember to make it personal as well, as you want them to know that they are sponsoring YOU and YOUR efforts! And, as many companies offer charitable donation matching programs, make sure to ask your sponsors to check with their employers, as it will help you meet your goal ever more quickly.
7. Is the run only for runners?
No! The Run is designed as a day of fun and fitness for girls and women. In addition to the races, the run-a-thon features a free lunch, entertainment, and more. Runners enjoy additional benefits that include pre-race stretches and warm-ups led by professional fitness staff, precision race-recording, free tee-shirts, and a swag bag.
8. Can you participate as a runner if you cannot be at the event in person?
Yes! You can do a virtual run or walk for all the races. If a track is not available, you can use a step counter. Please count 7500 steps as a 5K walk and 5000 steps for a 5K run. Double the amount of steps for a 10K.
9. I have never run a race. Will I be able to finish a 5K or 10K?
Absolutely! It might take a little training and coaching, but many of our participants are first-time runners. Whether you are a novice, signed up for our 5K run, or a serious athlete running our 10K, we will be here to inspire you every step of the way. Shearim will be offering some exercise programs to help you train so that you can maximize your performance.
And on the day of the Race, you can take part in pre-race stretches and warm-ups led by our professional fitness staff. Our hope is to inspire you to achieve ultimate “personal wellness” and, at the same time, participate in a competitive and family friendly athletic event that will allow you to spend meaningful time together with family and friends.
10. Is there a refund/exchange policy?
Yes. If a donation was made accidentally or for the wrong amount, simply alert us to the issue and we will be happy to make any necessary refunds, changes, or corrections. Race registration fees are not refundable.
11. Is parking available?
Yes. There is parking is at Shadow Mountain High School. |
