Marathon High is a free, nonprofit after-school running and mentorship program that empowers high school students across Northeast Florida to discover their potential through distance running.
Over the course of a 16-week season, students train alongside dedicated volunteer coaches and mentors to accomplish something many never thought possible - completing a half marathon. Along the way, they build confidence, resilience, healthy habits, meaningful friendships, and the belief that they can overcome challenges both on and off the course.
Whether they're experienced runners or lacing up their shoes for the very first time, Marathon High provides every student with the encouragement, support, and community they need to cross the finish line and realize they're capable of extraordinary things.
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Marathon High:
Mission Statement
We empower high school students to set ambitious goals and achieve them through distance running. Through our free, non-competitive program, students of all fitness levels train to complete a half marathon while developing confidence, resilience, leadership skills, healthy habits, and a lifelong appreciation for physical activity.
YEARS RUNNING
SO FAR
16
VOLUNTEERS & COACHES
EACH YEAR
100+
STUDENTS
COMPLETED HALF-MARATHON
3,000+
COLLECTIVE
MILES RUN
IN TOTAL TO DATE
584,000
"I adore Marathon High, it makes me feel like I'm a part of something bigger than myself. I feel involved in my community, as if I'm running for a purpose besides myself. Exercise has been a huge part of my life, but now, I feel like it is my life. After every run, I feel fantastic; I feel like I'm on cloud nine. Marathon High has shown me how much support you can receive, as well as how much support can be given to others. I love Marathon High, it has already changed my life." ~MH student