TRAINING CLASS DESCRIPTION
The 2020 Gate River Run Class is a nine week
program preparing individuals to participate in the Gate River Run on March 7, 2020. The class starts on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 1st Place Sports, 2018 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207 at 6:15 PM (come prepared for a short run that evening).
YOUR RUNNING LEVEL
Most participants will progress towards completing the entire 15k running, but others may prefer a walk/run combination to complete the race. It is recommended that you be running or walk/running three times per week for two to three weeks preceding the class start date. Please take it slow and easy if you are not currently training.
The program will accommodate all levels of runners, so everyone is encouraged to participate in the training class. Pace groups will be formed to complete training runs at 15 minutes per mile and faster. You will be encouraged and assisted to tailor your training program to fit your specific fitness level, time constraints and running goals.
GROUP RUNS
Tuesdays:
The class will meet every Tuesday starting Jan. 14 at 6:15 PM for a group run (optional warmup begins at 6:05). We will conduct a short group discussion and depart for a training run at 6:30 – 6:35 PM. The Tuesday location is on the River Walk near the Yates YMCA in Riverside.
Weekends:
We will meet Saturdays (dates listed below) at 7:00 AM for long group run in varying locations throughout the Jacksonville area: Downtown, Ortega, Nocatee, San Marco and the Beaches area.
Being present at any particular training event or day is not a requirement to benefit from the class but be prepared to train 4-5 times per week for a significant benefit.
TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED
Group discussions conducted most Tuesdays prior
to Group Runs will cover:
» Training Plan Development
» Stretching/Foam Rolling
» Injury Prevention
» Running Shoe Selection
» Nutrition
» Running Clothing and Specialty Products
» Cross Training/Strength Training
» Night before and Race Day Preparation
TRAINING CLASS COACH
The class is conducted by Jennifer DeSantis who is an RRCA Certified running coach and a fitness coach who has worked with people of all levels training for various events. She has raced numerous races from 5Ks (3.1) to Marathons (26.2) across the country. Her mission is to help you become a stronger, confident athlete so you can reach your running goals. In addition to Jennifer, there will be pace leaders providing additional guidance and encouragement.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration is online. There is no fee for credit/debit card payment online. Participants in prior Gate River Run and Fall Half Marathon Classes have been emailed $5 discount codes for entry in this class.
JTC Member Non Member
Through Jan. 15th, 2020: $50 $65
Starting Jan. 16th, 2020: $60 $75
You can add the Gate River Run race entry to your training class registration for just $45 and no credit card fee!
CONTACT INFORMATION
For more information continue checking online at www.jtcrunning.com, or e-mail Jennifer at desantisfitness@gmail.com (with a subject line “Gate River Run 2020”). If you need to talk to Jennifer, you may phone her at (703)969-6788. (please call in the evening between 5 and 9 PM. Leave a message if necessary) Text or e-mail is the preferred and primary contact method for the class.
Value of JTC Running Membership
Founded in October 1975, JTC Running is Northeast Florida’s preeminent promoter of healthy lifestyles through running, fitness, and fellowship. It is both a social club with
several varying events per year and a philanthropic organization that seeks to benefit runners of all types.
Benefits:
- A subscription to “The Starting Line” - our bimonthly newsletter about the club, events, and running information.
- Discounted entry fees at most JTC Running events (Gate River Run, Summer & Winter Beach Runs, Guana, Last Gasp)
- Access to the JTC Running hospitality tent at the Gate River Run where members enjoy refreshments, bag check, and exclusive port-a-lets.
- Social events - through the year we have non-running casual get togethers.
- Training runs at different locations throughout Jacksonville- many of which have running mentors.
- Coached members-only track workouts Wednesday 5:30 am and 5:30 pm at The Bolles School