Running of the Seahorses - Presented by Beaches Open MRI - January 21st, 2012

Come join the Seabreeze Elementary Community for the first ever Running of the Seahorses at Jacksonville Beach on January 21st, 2012.   It's much safer than Running of the Bulls in Spain and the proceeds of the run will benefit the Seabreeze Elementary PTA.   Here is all the information you need to know
  • When is it?    January 21, 2012
  • What time does it start?  11:30am
  • How far is the run?   There will be a 5k (3.1 Miles) and a 2.5k (1.55 Miles)
  • Where do we run?  On the Beach 
  • Will the race be timed?  Yes it will
  • How much does it cost?  $15 (Which is a bargain) until December 20th.   $20 after December 20th up to Race Day.
  • What do I get for the registration fee?  A great T-Shirt and a fun event for a great cause and hopefully some good swag. 
  • Where do I pick up my race numbers & shirt?   We will be holding a pre-race packet pick up on Thursday evening, January 19th at Carrabba's Italian Grill at Jacksonville Beach.   Follow the link above for more info.
  • Where does the money go?   To the Seabreeze Elementary School PTA. 
  • Will there be awards?  Awards will be given three deep in the following age/grade groups for the 2nd Grade & Under, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 11-13, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+ for both Male and Female groups.   In addition the top three male and female finishers will receive awards.    For the 2.5k awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in the following age groups: Pre-K, K, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Grade.
  • I have never run a 5k before, can I get myself in shape? - Sure, here are few links to help you train http://walking.about.com/od/beginners/a/5ktraining.htm  http://running.about.com/od/racetraining/a/first5K.htm  http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/5k-run/SM00061      
  • Can I walk it?  Sure
  • Can I win an award if I am not a fast runner or if I walk it?  Sure, you can buy down your time before the race for $5 a minute for a special timing division at the pre-race packet pick up on Thursday, January 19th.  (i.e. You can lower your time by 5 minutes for $25, which means if your actual time is 40 minutes, your adjusted time would be 35 minutes.)
  • Does this event have sponsors?  Yup, check out our sponsor page for the great community support or if you would like information on how to help sponsor this event.
  • Where do I sign up?   Go to the registration page.
  • What if I don't want to run but want to help?   We need some great volunteers to make this happen.   See the volunteer sign up page.
  • Where do I celebrate after the run?  Dicks Wings in Jacksonville Beach will be donating a portion of all proceeds to Seabreeze on race day, so reward yourself with some wings and other great food.  
  • I have more questions, how do I get answers?   Send an e-mail to runningoftheseahorses@gmail.com