Rising New York Road Runners at Kurt Steiner Cross Country
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Rising New York Road Runners at Kurt Steiner Cross Country
Rising New York Road Runners at Kurt Steiner Cross Country
Join us in the Bronx for fun, free fitness games and cross country runs in Van Cortlandt Park! This event is open to boys and girls of all ages and ability levels, so bring out the whole family to get active. All stages will participate in skill-appropriate activities before a cross country run.
Event hashtag: #RisingNYRR—use it in your tweets, Instagrams, and Facebook posts!
Stages
The chart below is a guide to the stages available at this event. Use the chart to determine the appropriate stage for your child. If you need help determining your child's stage, contact [email protected].
| Stage | Ages | Event Type | Register If... |
| 1 | 2 to 10 |
Non-competitive Untimed shorter distances Fitness activities |
Your child is new to physical activity or running, but likes playing games and being active. |
| 2 | 8 to 18 |
Non-competitive Untimed medium distances Fitness activities |
Your child likes running, but isn’t ready for a competitive event. Your child likes playing games and being active. |
| 3 | 12 to 18 |
Competitive Timed longer distances Fitness activities |
Your child is comfortable running a longer distance and racing other kids in a competitive setting. |
Registration
Register your child by clicking on the appropriate button below. Please register your child for only one stage.
Schedule
| Event | Start Time | Distance |
| Activities Open | 9:00 a.m. | |
| Stage 1 Boys and Girls | 9:30 a.m. | Varies by age |
| Stage 3 Girls | 9:30 a.m. | 1.5 miles |
| Stage 3 Boys | 9:40 a.m. | 1.5 miles |
| Stage 2 Girls | 10:00 a.m. | 1 mile |
| Stage 2 Boys | 10:10 a.m. | 1 mile |
Activities
This event's activities begin at 9:00 a.m. and will include:
- Stepping Stones: Participants work on balance by hopping from spot to spot.
- Shuttle Relays: 50 meter relays where participants practice speed and coordination.
- Beanbag Toss: Participants toss beanbags at targets to improve throwing strength and technique.
- Fitness Tag: Participants play tag while completing fitness challenges.
- Day at the Zoo: Participants practice fundamental movement skills by imitating animal movements.
- Foot Fire: Participants undergo footwork drills to improve speed and coordination.
- Hoop Target Practice: Participants toss beanbags into targets to improve throwing strength and technique.
- Mission Possible: Participants undergo team challenges to complete a mission.
- Red Light, Green Light: Participants run varying speeds according the colors of traffic lights.
- Obstacle Course: Participants run, jump, climb, and hop through a course of various challenges.
Kids Can Visit the Intrepid Museum for Free
On event days, your child’s Rising New York Road Runners bib will get them free admission to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, with the purchase of a full-priced adult ticket. Just present your race bib at the Intrepid’s box office to receive this offer.
Course Info
Check back closer to race day for a map of activities and the course description.
Entry Fees
| All Participants |
|---|
| Free |
Number Pickup & Registration
Numbers may be picked up at the NYRR RUNCENTER at 320 West 57th Street (between Eighth and Ninth avenues) on the following dates:
- Sunday, September 9, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Monday, September 10, 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 11, 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 12, 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Thursday, September 13, 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Friday, September 14, 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Saturday, September 15, 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Show the QR code from your confirmation email or your My NYRR account to pick up your materials. Please pick up during the week to avoid crowds on event day. Numbers will be available on event day from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. Event-day lines may impact your ability to get to the start on time. Please note: New Balance cinch sacks, the souvenir for this event will be available for pickup on event day only, and souvenirs are subject to availability.
Code of Conduct | Rules of Competition | Race Procedures | FAQs
Follow The MTA's Weekender schedule to plan your event-day transportation.
If you bike to the event, please follow our bike parking guidelines.
All information is subject to change.
Awards
All finishers will receive a ribbon. Top finishers in Stage 3 heats will be given podium awards.
DATE
Sunday, September 16, 2018 9:30am
LOCATION
Van Cortlandt Park, The Bronx
DISTANCE
Various Distances
RACE TYPES
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Youth
EVENT HASHTAG
#RisingNYRR
RACE STATUS
Available
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