Healthy Kids Running Series - Boyertown, PA

Healthy Kids Running Series - Boyertown, PA 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. HKR

S 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

👟🏅 Happy Father's Day to all our amazing fathers and father figures in the Healthy Kids Family! 👟🏅 "A father’s love is l...
06/21/2026

👟🏅 Happy Father's Day to all our amazing fathers and father figures in the Healthy Kids Family! 👟🏅

"A father’s love is like the steady rhythm of a race, always pushing you forward, cheering you on, and reminding you that every step counts. To all the dads who inspire their kids to dream big, run strong, and never give up. Happy Father’s Day!" 🏃‍♂️💙💚

🎉Welcome to Sponsor Saturday!!!A day to feature our program sponsors😁We would not be able to have such a wonderful progr...
06/20/2026

🎉Welcome to Sponsor Saturday!!!

A day to feature our program sponsors😁We would not be able to have such a wonderful program without their support.

Today is all about ❤️HEALTH❤️ and these four sponsors from our Spring 2026 series have you covered for a wide range of health needs.

Dr. David McSurdy & Staff will keep your kiddos smile healthy. They are known as the “Smile Specialists” for good reason Their offices are specifically set up to encourage patient and parent involvement, community and comfort. The office believes in continuous education; Dr. McSurdy participates in international seminars each year. To stay informed and aware of all the new cutting-edge orthodontic practices, their entire team attends annual trainings and seminars designed to enrich and expand their practice. Make sure to contact Dr. David for any of your orthodontist needs. Everyone in the office is so nice and welcoming.

Berk International-is the leading disposable wipes manufacturer in the US offering a full range of towels, tissue, and non-woven wipes for every industry. Berk International gives back to the community as well and is proud to provide over 39 charitable causes with financial gifts on their behalf. Be sure to consult them for your business or office needs.

We ourselves utilize Berk International for our CrossFit gym, Bear's Den Fitness. They provide us with paper towels and toilet paper to keep the gym sparkling clean. 😉

Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital/ Lehigh Valley Health Network- When your child needs care, choose Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital – the region’s first and most trusted children’s health network built just for kids. From sniffles to surgery, they're there for whatever childhood brings your family’s way. Their main location is in Allentown, PA but you can visit the new Gilbertsville Health Center for great care right in your backyard.
Gilbertsville Heath Center has a special PEDIATRICS division for your kiddos and also offers several other services.
✅Emergency Room Services
✅Cardiology
✅Cardiac testing
✅HNL Lab Medicine
✅Obstetrics and Gynecology
✅Orthopedics
✅Primary care
✅Pulmonology

Phoenix Physical Therapy - Gilbertsville, PA-has a primary goal of getting you feeling like you again. They believe that you should never have to compromise between purposeful and cost-efficient rehabilitative care. To help you achieve your wellness goals, they combine ongoing patient education with personalized patient care and treatment plan. They promise to provide an exceptional level of care in a professional environment with highly qualified staff.
They offer several services including...
✅physical therapy,
✅occupational therapy
✅athletic training
✅massage therapy services

📣Reminders!!!😁Please complete the Spring 2026 parent survey below and provide feedback on your experience this past seas...
06/17/2026

📣Reminders!!!

😁Please complete the Spring 2026 parent survey below and provide feedback on your experience this past season. We want to know what you loved and what we can improve on. (The survey is anonymous)Your feedback is much appreciated.

➡️ https://hkrspsring26survey.paperform.co/

💙💚 Registration for the FALL 2026 season is open!!! Run and register today!

➡️ https://runsignup.com/hkrsboyertown

🎉Wishing Coach Jeff a very Happy 47th Birthday!!!!🥳🧁To celebrate today he ran a 5:56 mile and did a CrossFit workout 🤪
06/16/2026

🎉Wishing Coach Jeff a very Happy 47th Birthday!!!!🥳🧁

To celebrate today he ran a 5:56 mile and did a CrossFit workout 🤪

📣FALL 2026 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!!!! 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️ Ages 2yrs- 8th grade (Race Distances based on age/grade)🗓 Dates: Sunday’s ...
06/08/2026

📣FALL 2026 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!!!!

🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️ Ages 2yrs- 8th grade (Race Distances based on age/grade)
🗓 Dates: Sunday’s 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, and 10/11 (rain date 10/18)
⏰ Time: 3:00pm - 5:30pm (Specific race times for each group)
📍 Douglass Park in Gilbertsville (76 Jackson Rd)
💲$50 registration fee* includes entry into all 5 races, a shirt, race bag, and a medal ($45 Early bird registration expires August 23, 2026 at 11:59pm)*plus processing fees and taxes
✅ Register here: https://runsignup.com/hkrsboyertown

06/07/2026

It’s Sunday Race Day! Well not yet, but soon…

Two BIG announcements for you.

1) The Fall 2026 Series registration is open! Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/hkrsboyertown

2) Watch the video to find out 😢 💚💙

For a majority of our runners today was the last day of school!!!We hope you have an amazing summer and we can’t wait to...
06/05/2026

For a majority of our runners today was the last day of school!!!

We hope you have an amazing summer and we can’t wait to see you in the Fall!!!

Did anyone get a glimpse of Coach Jeff picking up our son???🤣

📣HKRS Spring 2026 Survey is available!❤️As the Community Coordinators for the Boyertown series, we strive to create a po...
06/04/2026

📣HKRS Spring 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://hkrspsring26survey.paperform.co/

Happy Global Running Day! 🌎👟 Today we celebrate every stride, every finish line, and every child discovering the joy of ...
06/03/2026

Happy Global Running Day! 🌎👟 Today we celebrate every stride, every finish line, and every child discovering the joy of movement.

We are so proud of all our runners❤️

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76 Jackson Road
Gilbertsville, PA
19525

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