Season 16 - Marathon High Virtual Half-Marathon
About This Event
Run, walk, bike, or swim your way to 13.1 miles while making a difference for local students!
The Marathon High Virtual Half-Marathon supports Marathon High, a free running and mentorship program that empowers high school students across Northeast Florida to build confidence, resilience, and lifelong healthy habits through training to complete a half marathon. Many of our participants are not traditional athletes, but through the support of dedicated coaches, adult running buddies, and their teammates, students discover strengths they never knew they had.
Over the course of a 17-week season, students train using the proven Jeff Galloway run-walk-run method while learning the value of perseverance, teamwork, goal setting, and healthy living. Marathon High removes financial barriers to participation by providing race entry fees, hydration and nutrition support, running equipment, mentorship, and other essential resources at no cost to students or their families.
Every mile completed through the Marathon High Virtual Half-Marathon helps ensure we can continue creating life-changing opportunities for local teens—encouraging them to dream big, overcome challenges, and carry the confidence they gain far beyond the finish line.
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Jacksonville, North Florida
1st Place Sports Baymeadows serves the southside Jacksonville market with the same specialty running expertise the brand is known for throughout Northeast Florida. Located on Baymeadows Road, this store is convenient to the Mandarin, Southside, and Deerwood neighborhoods. Expert staff provide personalized shoe fittings using gait analysis, helping customers find the right footwear whether they're training for their first 5K or preparing for a marathon. The store stocks a full range of road and trail running shoes, technical apparel, and running accessories. As part of the 1st Place Sports family, the Baymeadows location is closely tied to the region's racing calendar, offering race registration and connections to local running clubs and training groups.
phone (904) 731-3676 language Visit WebsiteJacksonville, North Florida
1st Place Sports San Marco is the flagship location of one of Northeast Florida's most beloved running specialty retailers. Set in the historic San Marco neighborhood, this store serves runners from across Jacksonville's urban core and has been a cornerstone of the local running scene for decades. The San Marco store offers comprehensive shoe fitting services including gait analysis, a wide selection of performance footwear, and a knowledgeable team with deep roots in the Jacksonville running community. The neighborhood's walkable streets and proximity to the St. Johns River make it a natural gathering spot for runners. As the heart of the 1st Place Sports brand, the San Marco location is heavily involved in local racing — from large events like the Gate River Run to smaller neighborhood races — and is a first stop for many Jacksonville runners seeking gear, training advice, and community connection.
phone (904) 396-0794 language Visit WebsiteJacksonville, North Florida
1st Place Sports at Tapestry Park brings specialty running retail to the Southside corridor of Jacksonville. Situated in the Tapestry Park shopping center near Town Center, this location caters to the active suburban running community on Jacksonville's fast-growing southeast side. The store delivers the full 1st Place Sports experience: expert shoe fitting, video gait analysis, and a curated selection of performance footwear and apparel. Staff are familiar with local running routes including the St. Johns Town Center area trails and nearby parks, and can make gear recommendations suited to the terrain and climate. The Southside location participates in race registration, packet pickup, and community events as part of the broader 1st Place Sports network across Northeast Florida.
phone (904) 997-8898 language Visit WebsiteSeason 16 - Marathon High Virtual Half-Marathon
September 30, 2026