What is Marathon Kids Ireland?
Fingal County Council and Dublin City Council have organised this 8 week programme targeting 5th & 6th Class students in schools in Fingal and Dublin City.
Students will perform four running sessions each week inching them closer to completing their first marathon as well as learning about the benefits of physical activity.
The finale will see the students running their last mile and completing the marathon at DCU Morton Stadium, Santry
What is Marathon Kids Ireland?
Fingal County Council and Dublin City Council have organised this 8 week programme targeting 5th & 6th Class students in schools in Fingal and Dublin City.
Students will perform four running sessions each week inching them closer to completing their first marathon as well as learning about the benefits of physical activity.
The finale will see the students running their last mile and completing the marathon at DCU Morton Stadium, Santry
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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 DCU Morton Stadium, Santry
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 DCU Morton Stadium, Santry
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