KRRA

2021 Race Series goes virtual

Greetings KRRA Members,

As 2020 comes to a close we, the Kingston Road Runners Association Board of Directors, are excited to announce our 2021 Virtual Race Series. With the uncertainty of what the future holds for public gatherings, and given the current restrictions, we felt this was the best way to give our members the opportunity to compete/participate in local running events next year.

Virtual races are events that can be run (or walked) from any location you choose

Participants can run/jog/walk the course of their choosing whether it be on the road, trail, track or even the treadmill. The virtual concept allows people to run their own race, at their own pace, while timing it themselves. We ask that everyone follow recommendations set by KFL&A Public Health Unit regarding social distancing and adhere to general road safety.

The 2021 KRRA Race Series will consist of the following races

• Resolution Run
• Twosome 5K
• Limestone Race “Weekend” 5K
• Limestone Race “Weekend” 10K
• Limestone Race “Weekend” Half Marathon
• Howe Island Hustle 8K
• Limestone Mile
• Amherst Island Wooly Bully 10K
• Hold the Fort 5K
• Anniversary Run 10K

In an effort to simplify things, registration for each of the above listed events, as well as 2021 KRRA membership registration, will be available exclusively online. To register as events become available, please visit here. here.

Not to worry, the 2021 Virtual Series’ shortened list of Race events is for this virtual year, only. 2022 will see the return of the traditional list of your favourite local running events.

Participants will have a minimum of 7 days to complete each virtual event. This format gives runners the opportunity to complete every race in the series. For example, an individual would have the ability to complete all 3 Limestone Race Weekend events: the 5K, 10K and Half Marathon. Keeping this in mind, for the first time ever, a participation medal will be made available to everyone who registers for the virtual races listed above. All medals will be unique and designed by members of the KRRA.

To add to the excitement, a year 2021 end ‘prize’ will be awarded to KRRA members who have registered and completed every Series race. This prize will replace the traditional year end Series Award Winners’ swag item. In short, participation will be recognized in 2021 rather than race performance.

Runners’ Choice will be resuming their ‘middle of the pack shoe giveaway’. To be considered for this prize simply email the race director after your race with your completed time. Winners can collect their prize in person at Runners’ Choice Kingston or can have it mailed if they live outside the Kingston area.

Membership fees remain the same at $35 per person of $45 for a family

For membership purposes “family” is defined as 2-6 people that may include a spouse/common-law partner and/or any dependent children under the age of 25 whom all reside at the same address.

Benefits of being a KRRA member

• You will receive a KRRA car magnet to display on your vehicle, with pride.

• Discounts off the pre-registration fees for KRRA-organized virtual races: Resolution Run, Twosome 5K, Limestone Race Weekend 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, Howe Island Hustle 8K, Limestone Mile, Amherst Island Wooly Bully 10K, Hold the Fort 5K, and Anniversary Run 10K.

• Upon showing confirmation of your 2021 KRRA membership, receive 10% off regular priced footwear at Runners’ Choice Kingston. (Applies to in-store purchases only, excluding new release carbon footwear and special orders.)

• Members are eligible for all KRRA Facebook and Instagram race entry giveaways contests.

• You will be supporting an organization that promotes a healthy lifestyle through fun and fitness for adults and children and one that directly supports many local charitable organizations, with a focus on elementary and high school students.

By becoming a member during the KRRA 2021 Virtual Race Season you are helping ensure the KRRA will remain intact until we are able to host an in person event. Your membership dollars help cover our fixed costs such as: the rental of our storage locker for equipment, club liability insurance, the KRRA website, our P.O. box, membership gift and High School Bursaries. Since 2009 the KRRA has awarded two bursaries (1 male and 1 female) to high school students who are active in the running community, graduating from a Kingston area Secondary School and have enrolled in post secondary education the following school year. Proceeds from KRRA Race Series events support various charities and organizations within the Kingston Community. We would not be able to provide this contribution without your participation and support.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR 2021 MEMBERSHIP

Join our board

We are seeking volunteers who may be interested in joining the KRRA Board. There is no better way to let your voice be heard and help diversify our club. We invite interested parties to attend one of our monthly meetings without having to make a commitment prior. KRRA Board meetings are currently conducted via Zoom on the 2nd Monday of the month. Our next meeting is Monday, December 14th at 7pm.

If you’re interested in sitting in on a Board meeting or have any feedback or questions regarding any of the above please reach out to our President, Lana Saunders, via email , prior to Sunday December 6th.

Regards,
KRRA Board