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• Bolles Wednesday Morning Workout Group 2022

  • Start
    January 05, 2022
  •  
    6:00 AM
  • End
    December 28, 2022
  •  
    7:00 AM
  • Location
    Jacksonville

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  This morning event occurs between 6:00 am and 7:00 a.m. on Wednesdays. 

  Members attending this event are required to observe existing Bolles School visitors’ rules (comportment, COVID and/or other requirements) during their stay.   

  The group meets Wednesday mornings between 5:30 and 6:00 a.m. on the Bolles School track for group interval training. Members will sign in, warm up, and perform some dynamic stretching. Track intervals begin at 6:00.
  
   TWO registrations are required to participate in this event: 

  1. You must be a registered member of JTC Running. 
  2. You must register for the Bolles Wednesday Morning Workout Group event online, at least 18 hours prior to attending your first week's event. The registration is good for all remaining weeks of the year, ending in December.  Persons who are not on the morning event roster will not be permitted on the track.   

  You may be asked for your Drivers’ License by the Bolles entrance security guard prior to any morning's workout. The security guard might scan your Drivers’ License through the Raptor program (a sexual predator data base) to be sure you meet security requirements. 

  Parking: After entering the campus, take the 2^nd left turn; the baseball field will be adjacent on the left as you drive into the lot. Park in an open space in that lot. Walk from there to the track; the bright stadium lights will show the way. Do not park in the enclosed parking area closest to the track. After your workout, you must vacate the parking area by 7:20; it is then reserved for student and staff parking. Walk from there to the track; the bright stadium lights will show the way.  

  Meet with the JTCRunning coach on the track not later than 6:00 a.m. and initial the check-in sheet next to your name. The coach will inform the group of any new or expected changes in campus rules or procedures, matters related to members and events, then give a description of the intervals. Runners may place personal items such as hydration, towels, masks, etc. along the fence near the starting line.  Rest rooms are available under the stadium seating area. 

  Please note that the workouts are geared towards adults. Registered runners age fifteen and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times during the session. 

  We look forward to seeing you on the Track! 

     

  
  

  
  

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• Bolles Wednesday Evening Workout Group 2022

  • Start
    January 05, 2022
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    December 28, 2022
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Jacksonville

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  This evening event occurs between 6:00 pm and 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. 

  Members attending this event are required to observe existing Bolles School visitors’ rules (comportment, COVID and/or other requirements) during their stay.   

  The group meets Wednesday evenings at the Bolles School for an interval track workout. Members will sign in, warm up, and perform some dynamic exercises in advance of the 6:00 p.m. intervals. Our schedule of Wednesday evening intervals is listed on the JTC Running website Calendar at https://jtcrunning.com/calendar/  Please click on the link to become familiar with it. 
  
  Occasionally a JTC Wednesday evening interval event is cancelled (blacked out) due to a Bolles School Athletic activity, scheduled or unscheduled.  When our scheduled events are cancelled due to a blackout, an alternate location, with instructions for the workout, will be sent to the event members by e-mail. 

  TWO registrations are required to participate in this event: 

  1. You must be a registered member of JTC Running. 
  2. You must register for the Bolles Wednesday Evening Workout Group event online, at least 18 hours prior to attending your first Wednesday's event. The group workout registration is good for all remaining weeks of the year, ending in December.  Persons who are not on the morning event roster will not be permitted on the track.   

  Campus Entry:  You may be asked for your Drivers’ License by the Bolles entrance security guard prior to any morning's workout. The security guard might scan your Drivers’ License through the Raptor program (a sexual predator data base) to be sure you meet security requirements. 

  Parking: Park between 5:30 and 5:40 in the first Bolles parking lot, slightly to the left as you pass through the main entrance.  A JTC coach should be in the parking area with a sign-in roster and warmup information.  Walk from there to the track before 6:00 p.m.; bring your own hydration/water, and towels. 

  Workout: Meet with the JTCRunning coach on the track not later than 6:00 p.m. and initial the check-in sheet next to your name if you hadn't done it in the parking lot. The coach will inform the group of any new or expected changes in campus rules or procedures, matters related to members and events, then give a description of the intervals. Runners may place personal items such as hydration, towels, masks, etc. along the fence near the starting line.  Rest rooms are available in tunnels under the stadium seating.

  Please note that the workouts are geared towards adults. Registered runners of age fifteen and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times during the session. 

  We look forward to seeing you on the Track! 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• 46th The Last Gasp 5k Cross Country Race

  • When
    December 24, 2022
  •  
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Jacksonville University
  • Spaces left
    439

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  46th ANNUAL THE LAST GASP

  
  

  About The Race: Begun in December 1977 as an English-style true cross-country race, our 5k competition has become renowned for its unique, challenging course on the campus of Jacksonville University. This year is the 46th Last Gasp, and to celebrate the entry fee for members who pre-register is just $12! Spikes may be worn.

  
  

  Entry Fees through 12/24: JTC Running members online $12. Members paper entry fee, $15. Non-members online, $35. Non-member fee includes one year membership in JTC running, a $20 value.

  Click HERE to download the paper form.

  Day of Race entry fee $40 (for members and non-members).

  What Do You Get? A commemorative JTC Running 46th year sweatshirt (enter by December 15 in order to guarantee your shirt on race day), recognition of age group winners, awards for top men and women overall, top Women's Masters, top Men's Masters, top Grand Masters (60 & over) Women and Men. And, an amazing post-race party at JU’s  Bartlett Kinne Student Center, a short walk from the finish line!

  Age Groups: 13-under, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,

  55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-over.

  Race Director: Herb Taskett    904-372-0509

  Also: The Kids’ Gasp a Free1-Mile Cross-Country Run at 1:30 p.m. All finishers get a t-shirt and a ribbon.

  About The Club: Originally named The Jacksonville Track Club, JTC Running began on October 27, 1975. Since that day we have been dedicated to the betterment of our sport, be it cross-country, road, or track. Our events include, the Gate River Run, Tijuana Flats Summer Beach Run, The Guana Back to Nature Trail Races, The Winter Beach Run, a quality Track Meet Series, and The Last Gasp. Our club is “over the hill” now and we want everyone to stay after the race and help us celebrate this important landmark. The party is free and open to all. You must be present in order to win one of the many cash raffle prizes.

  Become a JTC Running member! Membership includes: Subscription to The Starting Line, our informative bi-monthly newsletter; discount entries into JTC Running events (see list above); local training runs; track training; exceptional social events throughout the year; and, discounts to local running stores (listed on website).

  
  

  
  

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• Gate River Run 2023 Training Class

  • Start
    January 03, 2023
  •  
    6:15 PM
  • End
    March 04, 2023
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    1st Place Sports, 3931 Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville, FL 32217

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  TRAINING CLASS DESCRIPTION
  

  The 2023 Gate River Run Class is a nine week program preparing individuals to participate in the Gate River Run on March 4, 2023. The class starts on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 outside 1st Place Sports, Baymeadows Store at 6:15 PM (come prepared for a short run that evening after a brief introduction). Masks until run start and social distancing are required.  

  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. This class is not a beginning 5k class, so 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 14 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 at 6:30 PM for a group run. There will be a group discussion at 6:15pm and then  the groups will take off at 6:30pm for the run. The Tuesday location is on the River Walk near the Winston Family YMCA in Riverside.

  
  

  Weekends:

  We will meet Saturdays starting January 7th 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 Alex Bowles. Alex is a newly certified RRCA Certified running coach. She has raced numerous races from 5Ks to Marathons. Alex has served as a Pace Leader in the past and is excited to take on this role as Coach. Alex's mission is to help other runners reach their full potential, and have fun in the process! In addition to the coaches, 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. 11, 2022:         $45                $60

  Starting  Jan. 12, 2022:         $55                 $70

  Active members who have done a previous class will be emailed a code to register at the $40 previous class rate.

  Class shirts are a $7 option for all entrants.

  CONTACT INFORMATION

  For more information continue checking online at www.jtcrunning.com, or e-mail Alex at alex.bowles93@gmail.com (with a subject line “Gate River Run 2023”). If you need to talk to Alex, you may phone her at (904) 655-0396. 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)
  • 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
    

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• 2023 Gate River Run Class Pace Leader

  • Start
    January 03, 2023
  •  
    6:15 PM
  • End
    March 04, 2023
  •  
    11:30 AM

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  Pace Leaders are a critical part of JTC Running's training classes. They lead a number of training class participants on the Tuesday and Saturday class runs and are expected to:

  1.  Be present and on time for the Tuesday night runs (start time: 6:15 group discussion - 6:30 run time) and the Saturday Long Runs (7am start).

  2.  If you are unable to attend a training run, please email/call/text Alex at 904-655-0396 with at least 24 hours notice, if possible. Please also add your name to the spreadsheet Alex sends out to plan ahead for absences.

  3.  If you are unable to attend a training run, please have someone fill in for you if your pace group does not have another leader.

  4.  Do your best to keep your group together.  If someone is falling behind, please do your best to ensure everyone reaches the final destination safely.  You might need to run between the 2 groups or send the group on if there is someone who knows the way :-)

  5.  Be flexible and patient.

  6.  Stick to the course routes the best you can.  

  7.  Communicate with Alex if there are things that need to be addressed in a timely manner. 

  8.  Follow the guidelines for social distancing according to the local government and JTC. 

  Individuals selected will be given a one year extension on their JTC Running membership from the starting date of the class, January 3, 2023.

  To apply, contact Alex Bowles at alex.bowles93@gmail.com .

  
  

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• JTC Running's Winter Beach Run 10 mile & 5K

  • When
    January 21, 2023
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    75 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL, 32250

  The Winter Beach Run in the second oldest running event in the Jacksonville area.  From its beginning in 1976, the race has been very popular with runners and walkers because running on the beach is relatively unique to our area. Distance options this year are 10 miles or 5k and medals will be awarded to all finishers! Registration is at 1st Place Sports. Click HERE!

  

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