Healthy Kids Running Series - Boyertown, PA

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The Healthy Kids Running Series - Boyertown PA was established in the Fall of 2017 to bring a fun running program to the community.

Over the years, this series has grown from 75 kids participating to over 300 kids participating in each series. Founded in 2009 in West Chester, PA:

To combat increasing rates of childhood obesity in America, the Healthy Kids Running Series was designed as a running program that provides a fun environment and builds self-esteem. The program encourages kids to adopt a “Get Up and Go” attitude. HKRS is a national, community-based non-profit that provides a fun, inclusive five-week running series for ages 2-18 (Pre-K through High School), designed for kids to get active, feel accomplished and lay the foundation for a healthy lifestyle. As the Community Coordinators for the Boyertown series, Jena and Jeff Shontz strive to create a positive, fun, and family friendly atmosphere. “It’s important to us to create positive memories for kids to look back on and to use as they continue through life.”

Learn more about the Boyertown series here: https://youtu.be/k9juR7u3Mm0

Learn more about the national program here: www.healthykidsrunningseries.org

Pre-K (2 / 3 Years Old): 50 Yard Dash
Pre-K (4 / 5 Years Old): 75 Yard Dash
K / 1st Grade: 1/4 Mile
2nd / 3rd Grade: 1/2 Mile
4th-5th Grade: 1 Mile
6th-8th Grade: 1 Mile
9th-12th Grade: 1 Mile

11/11/2026

Today we honor all of the strong and brave men and women who have fought for our country! Happy Veteran's Day!

11/06/2026

🎉Welcome to Fun Fact Friday!!!

❓Did you know that in addition to being the Community Coordinator for HKRS Boyertown, Coach Jeff is also the race director of the 11th Annual Boyertown Turkey Trot & 1 Mile Fun Run??????

As part of his role with the Wellness Council of Boyertown, Coach Jeff is the Race Director for the annual Turkey Trot that takes place on Thanksgiving morning. Coach Jena is a volunteer helping with all the runner check-ins and day of operations.

✅There are now over 660+ registered for the Turkey Trot!

🤩AGES 12 AND UNDER ARE JUST $20!!! (1 mile or 5K)

Come join us at the races and show off your HKRS skills 🙂 We would love to see our HKRS families in this great community tradition.

😀Bonus Fact: HKRS Boyertown is a sponsor for the Turkey Trot

➡Register today:

The 11th Annual Boyertown Turkey Trot is on Thursday November 26, 2026. It includes the following events: 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run.

11/04/2026

Even though the season’s over, we’re still feeling the love from our amazing HKRS families. 💚 We’re already counting down the days until we’re back on the starting line together this Spring!

📅 Mark your calendars!
The Spring 2027 Series is set for:
4/11/27, 4/18/27, 4/25/27 and 5/9/27, 5/16/27 (Rain date 5/23/27)
Douglass Park- Sundays at 3pm

Registration opens in late December/early January, so keep an eye on your inbox! And be sure to spread the word—HKRS is even more fun with friends! 🎉

❓Did you know that your friends can go to our town page, click "register" , and fill in their name and email address to be notified when Spring registration opens!!
https://runsignup.com/hkrsboyertown

11/01/2026

📣HKRS Fall 2026 Survey is available!

❤️As the Community Coordinators for the Boyertown series, we strive to create a positive, fun, and family-friendly atmosphere. It’s important to us to create positive memories for kids to look back on and use as they continue through life.

😁Please complete the survey below and provide feedback on your experience this season. We want to know what you loved and what we can improve on. (The survey is anonymous)Your feedback is much appreciated.

➡️ https://hkrsparentsurveyfall2026.paperform.co/

10/31/2026

🎃Happy Halloween HKRS Families!! We hope you have a fun, safe, & happy night!😊

👻Be sure to post some picture in the comments of your little ones in costume.

10/29/2026

❓Did you know that Coach Jena works for the HKRS corporate office?

The main office is a small but mighty team composed of 9 amazing women that handle all HKRS programs across the country💙💚

10/28/2026

📣Race Day Photos are READY!!!

Photos from our Week 2, Week 4 ,and Week 5 races are available! 🎉 A HUGE thank-you to Tammy Shock Photography for generously volunteering her time to capture these special moments and edit all the photos. ❤️📷

The best part? ALL PHOTOS ARE FREE TO DOWNLOAD! 🆓🙌

👀 Check them out here: 🔗 https://healthy-kids-running.tammyshockphotography.com/

10/26/2026

🥳MARATHON MONDAY!!!

❓Did you know that HKRS Boyertown is now home to NINE Marathon Award recipients?!?!?

🎉Congratulations to these 5 ladies (Fall 2026, Spring 2026 and Spring 2025) and 4 gentleman (Fall 2024, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026) for achieving such a high honor award.

The Marathon Award is designed to celebrate and encourage our oldest runners who have shown consistency and determination while running mile after mile with HKRS and award them for their achievements. Starting in 4th grade, they can track every 1 mile run with HKRS and receive a special medal, prize package, and shirt when they reach 26 miles.

10/24/2026

📣REMINDER!!!

🏅Don’t forget about the medal pick up event TOMORROW from 12pm-2pm at Bear's Den Fitness. If you were not able to make the last race be sure to stop by and pick up your medal and take a picture with the HKRS backdrop.

⭐️We will also have the coupons for a FREE kids meal at Texas Roadhouse as well as the coupon for a FREE 6-pack of Musselman’s applesauce available at the packet pick up event

10/23/2026

📣Fun Fact Friday!!!!

❓Looking for a way to keep your kiddos away from a candy overload? Try the Switch Witch!!! Our family has been visited by the Switch Witch for many years now😁

Your extra candy can be dropped off to our sponsor, Dr. David McSurdy & Staff!!!!

Address

76 Jackson Road
Gilbertsville, PA
19525

Telephone

+14845250503

Website

http://www.healthykidsrunningseries.org/race_locations/boyertown-pa/

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