Welcome to Up And Running

 

We are Chatham-Kent’s source for premium running gear. Have a look around the website or stop by our retail store.

 

Upcoming Events

May

May 11-13 – Grand Opening!!
Come join us all weekend for our Grand Opening! Friday night from 5:30-8:00PM we are hosting a “Fit Fest”. An expert from our women’s only brand Moving Comfort will be in to talk about the importance of proper bra fitting! We will offer fitting and will have some sales on the entire night! Women only of course:)
Saturday our Brooks expert will be in to talk about shoes and new technologies! We will have sales on and other special events throughout the day!
The festivities continue on Sunday of course! Stay tuned, much more to come!!
 
May 12 – Spring Sprint
Looking for a fun run to shake off the dust and start your 2012 season? Check out the Spring Sprint, a 2.5km and 5km walk/run, being held May 12th at McGregor Secondary School. Proceeds benefit the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada. Check out SpringSprint.ca for more information and to register!
 

June

June 3 – Trot to the Beach
Join us in Blenheim for the annual “Trot to the Beach” 5km and half-marathon race! The race starts in Blenheim (half) and ends on the beach in Erieau. Running, sun, and beach, how much better can it get! We’ll see you at the finish! Proceeds benefit South Kent Trails. Check out Trottothebeach.com for more information!

June 9 – Erieau 5km Fisherman Fun Run
It’s busy two weeks for Blenheim!  Come on out for the Fisherman Fun Run on June 9th.  The registration fee is $30 for this 5km fun run/walk and proceeds benefit the Blenheim Youth Centre!  Check out the website HERE for more detail and to register online!

June 17 – 1st Annual Father’s Day 5km/10km Run/Walk!
Join us at the C.M. Wilson Conservation Area in Blenheim for the first annual Father’s Day 5/10km race!  Proceeds benefit the Chatham-Kent Children’s Safety Village,  Chatham-Kent Crime Stoppers, and the Foundation of Chatham-Kent Health Alliance!  If you are already planning to participate in the Leamington triathlon that morning, stop in Blenheim for this afternoon run and get a second t-shirt in one day!

Register on-line HERE

Event Details

  • Sunday, June 17, 2012
  • Chatham-Kent Children’s Safety Village, Located in C. M. Wilson Conservation Area, 2197 Fargo Road, Blenheim, Ontario
  • Day-of Registration: 12:30 pm Kids 100m Dash: 2:00 pm
  • 5 km Walk/Run: 2:30 pm 10km Run: 2:30 pm
  • Food & Awards Ceremony: 4:00 pm

Chip timing will be provided by Chip Time Results.

Event Deadlines

  • Early-Bird Deadline: Tuesday, May 22, 2012
  • Online Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 14, 2012
  • Day-of Registration: Sunday, June 17, 2012, starting at 12:30 p.m.