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Youth Program

Join the award-winning youth fitness program of the Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon! Students complete an “oink-remental marathon”, logging activity miles toward 25.2 before race weekend where they will complete their 26th mile by crossing the official Flying Pig Finishe Swine to earn a Flying Pig finisher's medal. 

Who We Serve

Designed to foster achievement, belonging, confidence, and healthy habits for kids ages 3-12, this flexible program is open to the following groups:

  • Classrooms and PE programs
  • Youth run clubs, track, and cross country teams
  • Youth clubs like scouts, sports teams, or other youth groups

Our Youth Program staff will work with you to implement the program in a way that best serves your group and community, providing resources and guidance as you work with your students on their incremental marathon or 5K training plan.

Highlights of the Program:

  • Builds healthy habits and confidence through structured before/after-school movement
  • Inclusive for all fitness levels, run, walk, move at their own pace Integrate movement into daily routines to support focus, behavior, and well-being
  • Standards-aligned, cross-curricular lessons that reinforce academics & SEL
  • New curriculum covers all 4 SHAPE National PE Standards 

Program Options

Check out the details for our two different youth training programs, the 26th Mile and Fly Up to 5K.

The 26th Mile Training Program uses our "oink-remental" marathon training method. Participants complete 25 miles over time through walking or running, then celebrate by completing the final mile on race weekend. This program is ideal for elementary aged children and middle school aged children looking to get started with running/walking. 

Key Benefits: 

  • Flexible implementation

  • Goal setting

  • School engagement

  • Accessible for all fitness levels 

 

The Fly Up to 5K is the next phase of the Flying Pig Youth Program and has very similar components to the 26th Mile incremental program. It’s geared to older children in grades 6-8 or those in elementary school who have already completed the 26th Mile and are looking for a new running challenge.

Our goal is to keep youth engaged with running and walking throughout their adolescent years in hopes that they continue to practice healthy habits and stay active. Similar to our 26th Mile program, students can train for the 5K together as a group during the weeks leading up to the Flying Pig 5K. 

Key Benefits: 

  • Structured training 

  • Increased endurance 

  • Confidence building 

Program Options:

  • Beginner 5K Program: This beginner version is designed for those who may not be runners yet but want to challenge themselves to complete a 5K! It slowly progresses from walking and running intervals until you can run a full 5K!
  • Intermediate 5K Running Program: This program is designed for those who are athletic and can already run at least a mile without walking. It is designed for athletes who want to stay in shape during the offseason or begin to compete at the 5K level.

Get Involved

To get your group involved and learn more please fill out the form using the buttom below. Email any questions to kids@flyingpigmarathon.com.

Youth Program Interest Form

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