The Program
The Schools Marathon Challenge is designed to help children become physically fit through the sport of running. The program is of no cost to schools and fits in with the Ontario Physical Education curriculum.
Each student will be required to complete a combined total of 40 kilometres from the start of the school in September to the day prior to the running of the Niagara Falls International Marathon on Sunday, October 26 at 10:00am.
On race day, there will be free parking at the Niagara Falls Rapidsview parking lot and
participants will assemble there. At 10:00am (start time of the marathon) the participants
will run to the official finish line, a distance of 2.195 km to complete the marathon distance
of 42.195 kilometres. Upon completion of the marathon, each runner will receive a Finisher's
Medal, T-shirt and a goody bag loaded with free samples and coupons.
Each school will be provided with a marathon information kit, consisting of:
- Information sheets
- Registration Forms
- Log Book
- Posters
Each registered runner will be provided with a Brooks running log book to record the date and distance run and have it verified by their Physical Education teacher, principal or parent/guardian.
The deadline for returning registration forms to the Niagara Falls International Marathon office is September 30, 2008. This is necessary for the ordering of T-shirts, medals, food, etc.
For more information, please contact the Niagara Falls International Marathon office at (905) 356-9460.
The school with the most student participants will receive a FREE pizza party after the race.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run the 2.195 km with my child(ren)?
Absolutely. The Schools Marathon Challenge is an excellent opportunity to get the entire family involved in physical fitness and parents/guardians are definitely allowed to run with their kids.
Where can I park my car on Race Day?
There will be complimentary parking at the People Mover parking lot.
What is the due date for registration forms and who do we give them to?
Registration forms must be handed in to the school by no later than September 30, 2008. This is to ensure that there is enough time to order medals, T-shirts, goody bags, etc.
How do I get more information about the Schools Marathon Challenge?
You can contact the Niagara Falls International Marathon office at (905) 356-9460 or info@niagarafallsmarathon.com. You can also check this website for information and updates.
I am interested in running one of the Niagara Falls International Marathon events. How can I register?
Please contact the Marathon office at (905) 356-9460 or visit the Event Information page for more information on the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 km or 5 km race.
How can I sign up to volunteer on Race Day?
The Niagara Falls International Marathon is always looking for volunteers. Please click here to download a volunteer form (PDF).
Where do I meet my child after the race?
At the start of the race, each child will receive a race number with their name on it, which will be pinned to the front of their shirt. Their parent/guardian will receive a tag with the same number/name, and that tag must presented at the Finish Line in order to access the Schools Marathon Challenge "corral". There will be a podium set up for photos within the corral.