It is way more fun than a 5K! From start to finish, the race is the most invigorating activity for families to do together, ever. Whether you run, jog, walk or watch, it'll be an experience you will never forget! The top 25 teams, from each city, qualify for the National Championship Race and a chance to win $2,000!
Please help us spread the word by telling your family, friends, teammates, neighbors and co-workers to join in the fun!
4:00
pm GREAT AMAZING RACE FOR YOUTH / WAVE #1
6:00 pm GREAT AMAZING RACE FOR YOUTH / WAVE #2
Note.
In an effort to allow parents flexibility on race day, teams are NOT
preassigned to a WAVE. You will be placed into the Wave that you show up for. (Check in 45 min. prior to either Wave)
WHERE: Aycock Park, 7309 Renda St. Millington TN 38053 (Map / Directions)
WHAT:
Patterned
after the popular television show "THE AMAZING RACE", teams
of two race against other teams around a one (1) mile cross country
course that includes up to eight (8) fun-filled challenges. The clue
cards instructs the contestants to complete a task (game, relay,
obstacle course, etc.) before proceeding to the next challenge. The
team that completes the challenges and arrives at the finish line
with the fastest overall time is declared the winner. Contestants
should be prepared to get a little dirty and wet - it's part of the
fun! This is a rain or shine event.
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Recreation & Competitive Levels:
Teams
can choose a recreation level (those
who prefer to walk or jog at a leisure pace)
or a competitive level (those who prefer to run and complete more
difficult tasks).
> Fast Forward Tokens: Fast Forward tokens (aka. Time Savers) can be purchased at any time prior to start of the race. Teams will receive a 1 minute deduction for every additional $5.00 submitted (up to 4 minutes).
> Spectators: Spectators are welcome to tag along for free and take photos for the scrapbook.
WHO: The race is for teams of two (2): adult/kid, kid/kid or adult/adult. (Kids = Kindergarten thru 12th grade) Pre-K is allowed if paired with an adult. Max of 200 teams.
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RACE TEAM ENTRY FEE: $40.00 Early / $50.00 at Race
> FAST
FORWARD TOKENS: 1 minute deduction for every $5.00 submitted ( up to
4 min)
> SOUVENIR T-SHIRT: $15.00 Early /
$20.00 at Race
Group Discounts: Register 5 or more teams and receive a $10.00 discount per team.
AWARDS: Every participant who crosses the finish line gets an official time card to recognize their accomplishment. Special awards are given to the winners of each grade division (determined by grade of youngest team member):Grades K-6 Division and Grades 7th & older. The awards will be presented at the main stage.
BENEFITING: Benefiting 30-MINUTES-A-DAY family initiative, a national campaign aimed at encouraging families to devote 30 minutes each day, at home, to 3 core activities (physical exercise, reading a book and healthy eating) that have the power to improve student's academic performance and family quality of life.
EVENT SPONSORSHIP: Contact us at info@flyingcolorssports.com if you are interested in learning about partnership and vendor booth opportunities. Become a Sponsor or Vendor.
A FLYING COLORS SPORTS PRODUCTION
“Marketing & Community Relations Firm for Pro Athletes”
Since 2005 / Over 150 Athletes / Giving Back
Official Race Site: www.GreatAmazingRace.com
Inquiries: Contact us at flyingcolorssports@gmail.com or 513.518.0528.