2010 Bricks to Bricks Training Program
KLA believes that there is much more to running and walking a road race than just putting one foot in front of the other. We feel that going out and just doing mileage, whether individually or with a group, is not sufficient to adequately meet your goals.
There is more to training for a half-marathon than just getting in long mileage!
Although we have group runs and walks at each training site, our focus is on coaching and providing relevant instruction. The 32nd Annual Bricks to Bricks Training Program provides an overview of all aspects of training in order to peak for the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and several others.
Locations and More
Runners and walkers meet at the same location and time. The downtown and south groups have separate rooms and instructors for the runners and walkers. Beginning with the second meeting, group workouts are offered either before or after class. Depending upon the location and the course, the amount of daylight is a factor for your safety.
| Downtown Tuesdays 6:00-7:00pm Jan 26 to May 4 |
Roberts Park United Methodist Church Map 401 North Delaware, Indianapolis 7:15pm Group workout starting at the second meeting |
| South Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm Jan 27 to May 5 |
Greenwood United Methodist Church Map 535 N. Madison Ave, Greenwood 5:30pm Group workout starting at the second meeting |
Coaching Staff
Our coaches and mentors are knowledgeable, experienced (200+ years combined), well trained and use layman's terms. Moreover, we have all been there! Our goal is to get you to the start line, fully prepared. From there, you will get to the finish line!
| Location | Coaches |
|---|---|
| Downtown Run | Tom & Jane Hathaway |
| Downtown Walk | Mike Bird & Lisa Spurrier |
| Southside Run | Ken & Gwynn Swank |
| Southside Walk | Ken & Ruth Long |
Several "Group Pace Leaders" will be assigned at each location to help with pacing during our group work-outs.
Topics
The program topics will provide you knowledge of running & walking, a positive mental attitude, the correct way of training, including fun & socialization, and much much more!
Purpose
The 15 week program is designed for runners and walkers and those planning on doing a combination of jogging and walking. All ages and abilities from the beginner to the experienced racer and the advanced are welcome. The program will prepare you physically and mentally to accomplish your goals, not only for the mini-marathon, but for the continuation of your running or walking program.
Program Timeline
| Pre-Registration until January 22nd | |
|---|---|
| Start of Training Class | Jan. 26 - Downtown |
| Bricks to Bricks 10 Miler | April 18 |
| Distribution of B2B Completion Shirt | April 27 - Downtown April 28 - Southside |
| Completion of Training Program | May 4 - Downtown May 5 - Southside |
| OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini Marathon | May 8 |
| Yes, I Did It! Tent | May 8 |
| Victory Dinner | May 12 |
The "Yes, I Did It!" Victory Tent
Voted by thousands to be the best rest and recovery tent at the mini.
- Opens at 5am for all Bricks to Bricks participants
- You can store your "stuff" before the race.
- A place to meet your family and friends after the race.
- Inside the tent is a privacy booth where you can freshen up and change your clothes after you finish.
- Great refreshments! Candy, chips, pretzels, nuts, fruit, and great liquid refreshments.
- A photo area with a display clock where we will take your picture displaying your finish time and/or a "dream" time.
- Provides a comfortable place to sit, talk with family, friends and other Bricks to Bricks finishers and to start planning next year's strategy.
- Tubs of ice cold water to soak your sore/aching feet.
- And much much more!!
"Yes, I Did It" Victory Banquet
The Bricks to Bricks Training Program will hold a Post Race "Yes, I Did It" Victory Banquet where you can get together with other Bricks to Bricks participants, family and friends to discuss the mini-marathon experience. Everyone who completes the program and the Mini the finisher's certificate as a special keepsake.
You do not have to attend the banquet to receive your certificate. In the days after the banquet, you may call the office and arrange a pick-up time. The banquet requires an additional fee, not included in Training Program fee.
Registration Fee
$80.00 Registration Fee
$15 discount until January 22, 2010 if you have been a member of Bricks to Bricks or the fall Marathon & Half Marathon Training Programs in 2009.
Must register by Jan. 22, 2010 to receive discounts.
Registration at the door: $100.00 (No Discounts)
No refunds for any reason.
Fee Includes
- For $5.33 a week you receive the following...
- Separate experienced and professional coaches for runners and walkers.
- Separate meeting rooms for runners and walkers located at the same location.
- Group work-out each week at each location.
- Flexible, customized mileage from beginner to advanced.
- Refreshments after each weeks' group work-outs.
- The famous and coveted Marble & Finish Certificate.
- Specially designed B2BTP shirt. (Must attend at least 12 meetings)
- Admission to Bricks to Bricks "Yes, I Did It!" tent, located at the rest & recovery of the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini Marathon.
- Entry fee for the Bricks to Bricks 10 Mile Training Run & Walk for the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini Marathon.
- Invitation to the Bricks to Bricks Victory Dinner following the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini Marathon.
- Special discounts and promotions from 4 of the 5 specialty running stores.
- Refreshments at each weeks training.
Online Registration
Online Registration is now closed. You can still come to the meeting and register there, see information above.
