We make fitness fun, simple, and 100% free.
Through running, we show kids they can achieve more than they ever thought possible. Join us.
We make fitness fun, simple, and 100% free.
Through running, we show kids they can achieve more than they ever thought possible.
our program
Marathon Kids is for all kids, at any fitness level.
Kids set goals in their Marathon Kids program and track their progress on a journey to complete four marathons, or 104.8 miles, over the course of the season. They run, walk, or jog one lap at a time, one day at a time.
Our methods have been tested and verified. Research shows the Marathon Kids running program effectively jump-starts healthy, long-lasting change. We help kids set and achieve goals, grow in self-confidence, and build relationships through a team experience.
Marathon Kids Connect
A free cloud-based platform to help coaches and kids measure and celebrate their progress every step of the way. Marathon Kids Connect includes a scanning app for distance tracking, plus a web dashboard where coaches can easily run reports, manage rosters, engage with parents, and celebrate achievements. Runners and parents have their own personal dashboards too!
Marathon Kids Connect
A free cloud-based platform to help coaches and kids measure and celebrate their progress every step of the way. Marathon Kids Connect includes a scanning app for distance tracking, plus a web dashboard where coaches can easily run reports, manage rosters, engage with parents, and celebrate achievements. Runners and parents have their own personal dashboards too!
Be a Champion for Health
Any adult who wants to be a champion for health in their community can be a Marathon Kids coach. We provide virtual training, free resources, lessons and tips to help you succeed.
Whether you're a classroom teacher, PE teacher, parent, or community leader, we can help you inspire the next generation to live active and healthy lives.
Flexible Implementation
Our programming is customizable and the Marathon Kids Connect platform can be implemented to fit your unique needs. Use it to start a before or after school run club. Or integrate the platform at your school as a PE or active classroom tool. Marathon Kids supports virtual run clubs too!
"Marathon Kids Connect is a wonderful and positive teaching tool for us to implement on our campus."
Samantha Isaac, Physical Education Teacher
Mesita Elementary School | El Paso, Texas
Ready to get started?
Join Marathon Kids today
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Join Marathon Kids today
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Thank you to our Partners and Sponsors
Marathon Kids is proud to partner with Nike to get kids
moving-unlocking their potential one lap at a time, one day at
a time. When kids move their bodies and play, they do better in
every way.
Find out more at nike.com/madetoplay.