The Running Rocks youth initiative is a program of Running USA which is committed to improving the fitness level of the nation one student at a time.
Running Rocks Objectives
- Use high profile events and a web portal to showcase healthy habits to combat obesity
- Partner with schools, parks and recreation departments, governors and mayors to provide low cost programs to improve youth, family and community fitness
- Publicize the simplicity and effectiveness of running based fitness programs for all ages, abilities and socio-economic groups
Youth Program Sessions at Running USA Conference
For details about Running USA’s Annual Conference (La Jolla, CA, Feb.8-10, 2009), an excellent way to network and get more information on how to start or enhance a youth running and fitness program, go to www.runningusa.org.
About Running USA
Running USA is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization devoted to improving the status and experience of distance running and racing in the United States. It was formed in 1999 as a joint venture between a coalition of leading road races, race services companies, running-related media companies, the athletic industry and USA Track & Field. The organization is based on the idea that its goals can best be achieved through everyone in the sport working together.
Contact Us
For Running USA membership and conference sponsor opportunities contact:
Paul Banta, Membership Services, Running USA
(503) 969-4147
pbanta@teleport.com
For Running Rocks and other Running USA sponsor opportunities contact:
Susan Weeks, CEO, Running USA
(719) 355-5780
susan@runningusa.org
To join the Youth Running Programs email interest group or for further information about content on the RunningRocks.com website, contact:
Linda Honikman, Running USA Youth Programs Coordinator
(805) 683-0408
youth@runningusa.org