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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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• FALL 2022 Half Marathon Training Class

  • Start
    September 06, 2022
  •  
    6:15 PM
  • End
    November 24, 2022
  •  
    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Outside 1st Place Sports Baymeadows Store, 3931 Baymeadows Road, Jacksonville, 32217

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  TRAINING CLASS DESCRIPTION
  

  The Fall 2022 Half Marathon Class is a 12-week program preparing individuals to participate in a half marathon this fall. The class starts on Thursday,
  September 6, 2022 outside 1st Place Sports, Baymeadows Store at 6:15 PM (come prepared for a short run that evening after a brief introduction). 

  For a short video about the class, click HERE!
  

  The class can serve as a stepping stone for those planning to complete a marathon in December or January. The target half marathon is the Community First Thanksgiving Half Marathon on November 24, 2022.

  YOUR RUNNING LEVEL
  

  Most participants will progress towards completing the entire half marathon running, but others may prefer a walk/run combination to complete the race. It is recommended that you be running or walk/running 2 - 3 miles a few times per week. 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.  Pace Groups are subject to change based on the availability of leaders.  

  GROUP RUNS
  The class will meet every Tuesday for group runs and Saturdays for long runs throughout the training schedule. Be prepared to train 4-5 times per week for a significant benefit. Tuesdays we will meet at 6:15 PM for a group discussion/guest speaker and depart for a training run at 6:30 PM. The Tuesday meeting location is on the River Walk near the Winston Family YMCA in Riverside, except for the first class on Tuesday, September 6th at 1st Place Sport, Baymeadows.     

  We will meet Saturdays at 7 AM starting September 10th and for a long group run in varying locations throughout the Jacksonville area: Downtown, Ortega, Nocatee, San Marco, Riverside, Orange Park and the Beaches area.  Being present at any particular training event or day is not a requirement to benefit from the class.

  
  

  TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED

  Group discussions conducted most Tuesdays prior
  to Group Runs will cover:

  » Running Safety
  

  » Training Plan Development
  

  » Running Shoe Selection
  

  » Nutrition

  » Strength Training

  » Injury Prevention

  » Night before and Race Day Preparation
  

  TRAINING CLASS COACH

  Jennifer DeSantis has been coaching with JTC since 2016.   She is a RRCA Running Coach, Certified Personal Trainer, and Nutrition 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. In addition to Jennifer, there will be pace group leaders providing additional guidance and encouragement.

  REGISTRATION INFORMATION

  There is no fee for credit/debit card payment online.

  ONLINE REGISTRATION:

                           JTC Member          Non Member            
  

  Through Sept. 12:  $45          $60 (includes one year membership)
  

  Starting Sept. 13:    $55          $70 (includes one year membership)

  Members of previous classes will be emailed a discount code for the special $40 previous class rate. Class shirts are a $7 option for all entrants.  Design is TBD.

  
  CONTACT INFORMATION

  For more information continue checking online at  www.jtcrunning.com, or e-mail Jennifer at desantisfitness@gmail.com (with a subject line “Half Marathon 2022”). 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).  E-mail or Text 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 Beaches, 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.
  • Coached members-only track workouts Wednesday 5:30 am and 5:30 pm at The Bolles School.
    
  • Social events - Several times a year we have non-running casual get togethers.
    Local training runs - many of which have running mentors.
  • Discounts on merchandise at many sports stores and other stores in Jacksonville area - see website for complete list: www.jtcrunning.com
    

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• 2022 Fall Half Marathon Class Pace Leader

  • Start
    September 06, 2022
  •  
    6:15 PM
  • End
    November 24, 2022
  •  
    12:00 PM

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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: 6:05pm short warmup, 6:15pm group chat, 6:30pm run time) and the Saturday Long Runs (7am start).

  2.  If you are unable to attend a training run, please email/call/text Jennifer with at least 24 hours notice, if possible. 

  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 Jennifer 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, September 6, 2022.

  To apply, contact Jennifer DeSantis at desantisfitness@gmail.com
  

  
  

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