Run Hard Augusta

The Run Hard Running Team is an eight week program for Elementary and Middle Schoolers that builds confidence in kids through character value and run training. During the season, students will meet twice a week for 1 1/2 hours with a focus on endurance training and the Run Hard Core Values. Practice days for individual schools vary per location. 

Fall '22 Results

If you are interested in starting the Run Hard program at your school or as a community group please contact Kelly Miller, kelly@runhard.org. 

Question not answered? Contact Kelly@runhard.org
 

What is our attendance policy?
     

     At Run Hard we want to see your child succeed. If a child misses practice, their whole team is affected because they cannot work together effectively as a team. Workouts gradually increase in difficulty, so regular attendance enables the children to build up their strength and endurance. We realize that there will be occasional, unavoidable absences. Please communicate with your coach and/or area director if you are experiencing multiple unforeseen absences. We want the final race to be a fun and injury-free experience. We ask that each final race participant have no more than three absences. This will ensure that they have adequately prepared to run hard on race day.

What should my runner bring to practice?

        Your child will receive a water bottle on the first day of practice. Please have your child bring this to every practice. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes for running. Snacks will be provided during practice for each child.

What are the Run Hard CORE values?      

       Our core values are Peer Pressure, Perseverance, Wise Choices, Work Ethic, Leadership, Teamwork, Honesty, Respect and Honor. 

When does my runner receive their t-shirt?      

      We want the children to see that hard work pays off. At the beginning of the season, many kids may think that a 1.5 mile run sounds very difficult. Over the course of the first few weeks, they will see how quickly their hard work pays off. Something that seemed difficult at the beginning quickly becomes a very attainable goal. On week four, the students will have 25 minutes to complete a 1.5 mile run. Once they complete that run, they will be awarded their Run Hard shirt. We encourage them to wear their hard-earned shirt the next day to school!

I would like to apply for a scholarship, how do I do that?

      Please contact Kelly Miller, kelly@runhard.org, for an application. Please ask your coach for contact information for your area director.

What is a sponsor runner?

     Each Run Hard participant will be required to have a sponsor runner on race day. The sponsor runner must be at least 16 years old. Sponsor runners run or walk the 5K course with their Run Hard participant and assume responsibility for their child in the event of an injury or illness.

We will continually update the school list as schools commit to the Spring '26 season. If you do not see your school or have questions regarding their participation you can email kelly@runhard.org. Hope to see you on the TEAM!

School / Group Name                                       Practice Day(s)   

Baker Place Elementary                                     Monday/Wednesday

Evans Elementary                                              Monday/Wednesday

Greenbrier Elementary                                       Tuesday/Thursday   

Lewiston Elementary                                          Monday/Wednesday

Mach Academy                                                   Monday/Thursday

River Ridge Elementary                                     Monday/Wednesday

Riverside Elementary                                         Tuesday/Thursday

Riverside Middle                                                 Tuesday/Thursday

SAIL                                                                    Monday/Wednesday

Saint Mary's Catholic School                              Tuesday/Friday

Stevens Creek Elementary                                Tuesday/Thursday

Community Group   

Homeschool Heart & Solers-Evans                    Tuesday/Thursday  

Homeschool Heart & Solers-Grovetown             Monday/Wednesday

1. I We are gearing up for another fun season of crushing goals and building confidence! Check the dates below and make sure to register early. This season will be AWESOME! Hope to see you on THE TEAM! 

REGISTRATION OPENS - February 1st

*RUNNER REGISTRATION INCREASES - February 16th

REGISTRATION CLOSES - February 21st

FIRST WEEK  - February 23rd

RACE DATE: April 25, 2026

Location: Sharon Jones Amphitheater

Start Time: 8:30 AM

 Run Hard is an 8-week after school program that builds confident kids while training them to finish a 5k. We utilize character-based concepts to teach running, healthy lifestyle and life skills. The Run Hard curriculum focuses on 9 core values, Teamwork, Wise Choices, Peer Pressure, Work Ethic, Honesty, Respect, Honor, Perseverance and Leadership. Designed for 2nd-8th graders, Run Hard encourages teamwork throughout our lessons and workouts. Regardless of your athletic background or current fitness level, Run Hard will live out our motto: "build up, don't tear down."

   Run Hard practices are held on elementary and middle school campuses twice a week, after school. If you are interested in starting a program at your school or want more information, please contact Jesse Harmon, jesse@runhard.org.

How can I start a team at my school? How can I start a community group?

Each Run Hard site (school and community groups) will register for the upcoming season via the website. Registration for the spring season opens January 5th and July 1st for the fall season for schools and community groups. 

 
How can I sign my child up for the season? 

Participant registration opens February 1st for the spring season and August 1st for the fall season.

 
Are scholarships available?

Yes! Scholarships are available for those who financially qualify. Interested families will need to email Kelly@runhard.org for the scholarship application. 

How can my business become a sponsor? 

Business sponsorships helps continue the mission of Run Hard! If you are interested and want more info please reach out to Erin Kesterson, erin@runhard.org