Welcome to Marathon Kids Ireland
Marathonkids is an 8-week programme targeting 5th & 6th class students in schools across Ireland.
The programme encourages children to build healthy habits through regular physical activity. Students take part in four fun and engaging running sessions each week, gradually working towards the incredible achievement of completing their first marathon. Along the way, participants learn about the physical and mental benefits of exercise, teamwork, goal-setting, and perseverance.
The programme culminates in an unforgettable celebration event, where students run their final mile and complete their marathon at National Sports Campus in Dublin 15, marking a proud moment for students, schools, and families alike.
Marathon Kids Ireland is committed to helping children develop a lifelong love of movement while improving health, confidence, and wellbeing in a positive and inclusive environment.
Welcome to Marathon Kids Ireland
Marathonkids is an 8-week programme targeting 5th & 6th class students in schools across Ireland.
The programme encourages children to build healthy habits through regular physical activity. Students take part in four fun and engaging running sessions each week, gradually working towards the incredible achievement of completing their first marathon. Along the way, participants learn about the physical and mental benefits of exercise, teamwork, goal-setting, and perseverance.
The programme culminates in an unforgettable celebration event, where students run their final mile and complete their marathon at National Sports Campus in Dublin 15, marking a proud moment for students, schools, and families alike.
Marathon Kids Ireland is committed to helping children develop a lifelong love of movement while improving health, confidence, and wellbeing in a positive and inclusive environment.
Overview of Our 8-Week Programme
At Marathon Kids Ireland, we believe every child is a runner!
Our programme is designed to get children moving, smiling, and feeling proud of what they can achieve.
Students take part in four exciting running sessions each week, with every step bringing them closer to a huge milestone — completing their very first marathon. The distance is built up gradually over the programme, helping children grow their fitness, confidence, and resilience in a fun and supportive way.
Along the journey, students learn about the benefits of physical activity, including how movement supports physical health, mental wellbeing, teamwork, and positive habits that last a lifetime.
The programme finishes with an unforgettable celebration! 🎉 Students run their final mile and officially complete their marathon at the National Sports Campus in Dublin 15 — a special event that gives every child the chance to feel like a champion.
Marathon Kids Ireland is all about encouraging participation, building confidence, and showing children that movement is fun, achievable, and something to be proud of.
Benefits
- Take part in 4 running sessions per week for 8 weeks
- Run 26.2 Miles
- Learn about the benefits of sports
- Run the last mile at the National Sports Campus event
Benefits
- Take part in 4 running sessions per week for 8 weeks
- Run 26.2 Miles
- Learn about the benefits of sports
- Run the last mile at the National Sports Campus event
Checkout our Youtube Channel
Thank you to our
Sponsors & Supporters
