Train for a 5k, 10k half-marathon or full marathon with the American Heart Association and A Snail’s Pace
Start Training is a team training and fundraising program benefiting the American Heart Association for ALL levels and abilities. Whether you choose to walk or run, our expert staff and coaches will train you from step one all the way through completion of a 5k, 10k, half-marathon or marathon.
Fourth of July 5k/10k: April 7-July 1 Long Beach Marathon: April 21-October 7 Disneyland Half-Marathon: May 12-September 2 Long Beach Half-Marathon: June 30-October 7 Rock ‘n’ Roll LA Half-Marathon: June 30-October 28
• Expert coaching/training (3 days a week) • Weekly email support • Official training t-shirt and hat • Discount coupons and savings at any A Snail’s Pace store • Official Start Training jersey and other fundraising incentives • Monthly nutrition/training seminars, clinics, parties and social gatherings • Personal fundraising website and AHA staff partners to support your fundraising efforts
Fundraising
Each participant is required to raise a minimum of $500. Fundraising for the Start Training program is primarily done through a letter/email campaign to family and friends. Each participant is provided with a personal fundraising website and the support of AHA fundraising professionals.
