The Mark Andrew Kreusch Memorial Fund was founded by his family to honor Mark's life and spirit. Mark was four years old when his life suddenly ended in a boating accident on August 11, 2007. Mark loved his family, his friends, and embraced life by enjoying all that he did. His zest for life shined through his smile and giggle. Mark's parents vowed to keep his spirit alive by enriching the lives of other children. His family and friends miss him dearly. Their dream is to continue his legacy. Through various projects the fund will "Leave a MARK on a child's life" with all proceeds benefitting the Mark A. Kreusch Memorial Fund. T-shirts are guaranteed to all those registered by May 20.  Walkers welcome!!  $80 Family Pricing for families of 4 or more... Pre-Race Packet Pickup will be at Up and Running Centerville from 4pm to 6pm on June 2. The Mark A. Kreusch Memorial Fund is a Component Fund of the Dayton Foundation.  For more information on the Mark A. Kreusch Memorial Fund, please visit our Facebook page.

Back for another year, the Strawbery Classic 5k, 10k and Shortcake Runs are a great way to start your Sunday. Prize money for the top finishers, all finishers receive a custom medal, strawberry donuts waiting at the finish and soft, heathered shirts (while supplies last). After the race, stay for the festival. Prize Money for the 10k:  1st Place - $100, 2nd Place - $50, 3rd Place - $25 (Male and Female) Prize Money for the 5k:  1st Place- $50, 2nd Place - $25 (Male and Female) The race entry for the 5k and 10k is $35 and includes a shirt while supplies last.  The race entry for the 1k shortcake run is $10 and all runners will receive a ribbon upon finishing. The race will start at Commuity Park (across from Hobart Arena) and will be run on the river trail.  Please park in the Hobart Lot (just East of Adams and next to Hobart Arena). No processing fees and no taxes.  The entry fee is the entry fee. Early Packet Pickup will be Friday June 2 at Up and Running in Troy.  3pm to 6pm.    

This year's program will start on June 7th at 7pm and finish with the culminating race/celebration on July 19th, with a rain date of July 20th.  The program will meet on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:45pm/7:00pm to 8:00pm at Forest Field Park in Centerville.  T-shirt sizes available are unisex youth small to adult medium, shirts will be available at Juniors practice during the second week. Come learn and enjoy the benefits of running through a positive and rewarding experience!  Your child will be grouped by ability to meet individual needs.  We have created three fun groups that will suit your child's needs based on their varying degree of development.     The three groups are:   Lynx – My child can run but needs frequent walking breaks during running. They can run less than 2:00 before needing a break. Sustained running for distance is new for my child.  This group meets at 7pm-8pm.   Servals – My child can run about a mile or 8-12 min. without requiring a break. My child has attempted sustained running for distance in a practice, race, or for fun.  This group meets at 7pm-8pm.   Ocelot – My child has successfully sustained running a 5K during the past year.  This group meets at 6:45pm-8pm.   Our 2023 program will kick off on June 7th at 7:00pm at Forest Field Park in Centerville. Online registration and in store registration available. For more information please contact Up and Running @ 937-432-9210 or info@upandrunningindayton.com   Registration is $60.00 for the first child in the family and families with multiple children each additional child is $30.00.   Click here to register online   Weather and Absence Announcement: The Juniors program is dedicated to trying to make as many practices happen as possible through the Ohio summer weather. We will use our best discretion in all cases and communicate through the Remind App. Sign-up by texting @uarjr2023 to 81010. The program will not be prorated for weather or absences.

Kid’s Triathlon– swim, bike, and run, in that order Packet Pickup: Up and Running 6123 Far Hills on June 17th, 2-4pm. Times: The event will start in heats based on age. 5-6 years of age will start first at 9am but all participants should be at the event and ready to go by 8:30am. Race day registration will be available beginning at 7:30am. Triathlon and Distances: (1k = .6 mile) Ages 5-6: 50-meter swim, 2k bike and .5k run Ages 7-10: 100-meter swim, 4k bike and 1k run Ages 11-14: 200-meter swim, 8k bike and 2k run Entry Fee: $20 includes t-shirt, finisher’s medal, goggles and a chance to win great door prizes. Price increases to $25 after June 8th. Race day registration is $30. Any additional siblings receive $5 off. There are no refunds and there is no rain date. Register online at speedy-feet.com or in store at Up and Running.

We are excited to announce our Summer Running 101 program kicks off on June 24th in Dayton.  Our run/walk program is a group led run/walk interval workout that will help you train for a 5k!  The training group will meet on Saturdays from 9am-10am.  You will finish the program with a graduation race on August 19th at The Patterson Park 5k in Beavercreek, OH!   We encourage participants to exercise at their own comfortable pace.  New runners will benefit from the support and motivation of a group.  Now, you no longer must be intimidated by running!  Registration fee is $50.00 and includes weekly coach-led workouts, UAR shirt, race registration and great perks at UAR!!  This program is for adults only, no strollers please.  You should be able to walk briskly for 30 minutes prior to starting this program. Program Includes: One coached run/walk session per week and weekly training emails Free UAR shirt and free entry into the 5k $10.00 off one pair of running shoes and athletic bra (Discount offered at Up and Running first 30 days of program) Time for YOU...to get fit, make friends and have fun! UAR and program coaches are not liable for any injuries and incidents incurred during this program.  You should be released from your physician before participating in the Running 101 Program.  You can register online by credit card or in store by cash or check.  Deadline for registration is the first day of the program so register early!  Walk-in registration available at first class meeting on a space-available basis.