Ninja Feet Kids Running Camp to Support Neurofibromatosis
| Hours: | 9 - 11:30am |
| Ages: | Kids |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | $$$ see below |
| Category: | Get Some Exercise |
The camp will be held from 9 - 11:30am from August 6th - 8th at Belmont's Track at Harris field.
Each day will include a warm run, motivational and / or educational speaker, a stretching, Yoga, or Pilates routine led by a certified instructor, a snack, and a workout to cap off the day.
Hear about what it takes to run marathons and longer across the world.
All camp proceeds go to Neurofibromatosis Northeast, a local non-profit that raises awareness about and help's combat the genetic disorder neurofibromatosis.
See below for more on neurofibromatosis and NF Northeast.
Becca Pizzi
Becca is a two time World Marathon Challenge (7 Marathons, 7 Continents, 7 Days) Champion (2016, 2018) and veteran of over 40 marathons in over 30 states.
Earlier this year Becca repeated her 2016 victory, impressively crossing the finish line setting another World Record!
Becca is a Belmont native and proudly remembers her early running days at Belmont High School.
As a result, Becca is dedicated to giving back to the community that supported and influenced her.
Read more at: http://www.beccapizzi.com/
Scot DeDeo
Scot is a veteran triathlete, marathoner, ultra-marathoner, and long distance cyclist.
Having completed over 150 events (including 17 ultra-marathons and a 100 mile run) in the last 10 years, there is no challenge he is not up for.
Scot is a former USA Triathlon certified coach and has been coaching soccer in the Belmont community over the past 10 years.
In 2016, Scot's son Nat was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis type 1 and since then he has dedicated himself to raising awareness and funds to combat the disease.
More about Scot can be found at: http://multisportmaniac.blogspot.com/
Our Instructors
Donna Ognibene
Donna is a former gymnast, marathon runner, and middle school teacher.
She has been professionally active in the health and fitness industry for over 20 years.
Her credentials include advanced certifications and expertise in Pilates, Yoga, Personal Training, and Applied Functional Science.
Donna is the owner of BodyTrio, in Belmont Center.
More can be found at: https://bodytrio.com/about)
Paula Elbert
Since earning a B.S.
in Exercise Science from Bridgewater State College, Paula started working in the health and fitness industry.
She began in a Physical Therapy setting where she was responsible for helping clients with injuries or surgeries carry out the appropriate exercises.
She continued on into Personal Training where she teaches classes and works one-on-one with individuals.
Paula is a co-owner of Fitness Together Belmont.
More about Paula and Fitness Together can be found at: https://fitnesstogether.com/belmont/
NF Northeast
Neurofibromatosis Northeast is a non profit 501(c)(3) organization incorporated in 1988 (as Neurofibromatosis Mass Bay Area) by a group of people who were in some way affected by the genetic disorder known as neurofibromatosis (NF).
Neurofibromatosis, pronounced neuro-fibroma-tosis, is a genetic disorder of the nervous system that causes tumors to form on the nerves anywhere in or on the body at any time.
The Mission of Neurofibromatosis Northeast is to find treatments and the cure for neurofibromatosis (NF) by promoting scientific research, creating awareness, and supporting those who are affected by NF.
More about NF Northeast can be found at: https://nfnortheast.org/
| COST | ↑ top |
$100
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
racewire.com/register.php?id=9686
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
221 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA, 02478 map
Phone: 508-981-0331
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