NGCA Running Club
Who can participate?
*Parents, students, grandparents, or other family members from North Georgia Christian Academy who would like an opportunity to run/walk as a group together in a Christian environment
*This program is for all levels of physical fitness…..from beginners to the advanced. We are all together to encourage and support one another
*Any and all road races can be ran, walked or a combination of both
Purpose:
*Encourage family members and students to enjoy a healthy lifestyle
*Encourage parent and family involvement in school activities
*Run local family oriented road races within 50 miles or less of Ellijay
Goals:
*Expose North Georgia Christian Academy to Gilmer county and outlying areas as a caring Christian educational environment for the children of North Georgia
*Bring NGCA school family together to encourage a healthy lifestyle for our children and adults in the community
*Host an NGCA road race to raise funds for “running club” activities – (entry fees, water/drinks for race)
Running Attire:
*Participants will be asked to purchase a NGCA running shirt to wear during all races
*Running shorts will be allowed – no speedo’s
*Running shirts will have school logo on front with scripture on the back
*Shirts will be approx $25
Code of Conduct:
*Each student/participant will be required to pay own entry fees for each road race (usually $15-$25). We will apply for group discounts at each race.
*Students, Parents, and families can all participate as the NGCA group
*Club will meet on a regular schedule to record times, fellowship and plan for upcoming races (gives a goal to work towards) – cross country run @ GHS/GMS cross country trail, Clear Creek trail, River trail by ball fields, or 3 mile loop around town (partner runs only) will be used.
*All participants will be required to act in accordance with the NGCA code of conduct in student handbook at any and all Race Club functions.
*Any child under the age of 16 years old, must be accompanied by an adult at each race or designate an accompanying adult and sign a release waiver to release all liability from said adult.
Gina Bennett
706-273-9992