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Griffeen Junior Parkrun is Back
I was so happy to see the return of Griffeen Junior Parkrun before Christmas. This is a FREE flat 2km route for all 4-14-year-olds to participate in on a Sunday morning and the whole family can join - NO DOGS though. A mix of walking, jogging or running means it is suitable for all abilities. And with a tail walker your little one will never be last. I am astounded by the support and cheering every Sunday all the volunteers give to the children (and parents) on the way around the course. High Fives of super energy has definitely given my little one the burst of energy they’ve needed.
Over the last few weeks, we have had lots of children volunteer and help us get warm with exercises before the run and we have even got to run past the North Pole to help us navigate the route. The volunteers have all been so helpful and I love that my little one is working towards their first Milestone Bracelet. I didn’t believe they would even complete the course, never mind jog for most it - it is so encouraging seeing so many children out with their families and friends.
All you have to do is sign you child up at www.parkrun.ie and register them. I have printed the barcode out so my kid can scan in themselves when they finish and get their time. You'll get an email with their result. The focus is on participation and fun rather than competition.
I have even spotted some parents donning the high viz jackets and volunteer too. It really does tick all the boxes for us - I get a bit of fresh air, exercise and am getting to know people in my community. When it is no longer 'cool' for me to join my kids, I will be donning the yellow jacket!
I have even enjoyed a post parkrun cuppa where my little one enjoyed a special free hot chocolate to congratulate the restart of Junior Griffeen Parkrun from SOHO Coffee in Aura Leisure Centre, and everyone was in such a good mood. We have all had fun, moved, escaped from the to-do lists at home and spent time in the company of likeminded positive people for the last few Sundays.
I hope to see this grow more and more over the coming weeks and wish all the volunteers the best of luck while they are in their new phase developing it again. Thank you to everyone who has been volunteering and encouraging us to be a part of it.
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