Active achievements in the rain!

The Active Families Kids ‘2010 Kids Magic Mile’

The rain and cold conditions did not put off participants from the Active Families programme completing the Kids Magic Mile on Sunday 27^th June 2010.  Despite all the kids and their supportive parents being soaked before they even crossed the start line they still all managed to have fun and enjoy the event.

The Kids Magic Mile is part of the Wellington Marathon Clinic Harbour Marathon, Half Marathon and 10km day.  The kids event attracted 320 entries from the Wellington region who ranged from competitive runners to kids getting out and having some fun.  With participants’ ages ranging from 5 – 12 years, this makes it a great event that caters for all levels of runners.

 One of the highlights of the event is the medals that are awarded to every child who crosses the finish line by stair climbing World Champion Melissa Moon.  Melissa is a great role model for all the kids who enter the event and is always keen to meet with them, give handshakes and words of encouragement for their supreme effort.

The Active Families programme entered 18 children with 12 completing the course, ably supported by their families throughout the event.

Another highlight was that several of the Active Families children were able to improve on their previous time for completing a mile which was a fantastic achievement.  One child was even able to decrease her time by four and a half minutes which was a top effort!

 The Active Families programme is an initiative funded by the Ministry of Health and run by Sport Wellington.  If you would like more information about the programme or how to get involved contact Rachel Robinson 04 389 0219 or email activefamilies@sportwellington.org.nz