RRCA PROGRAMS, SERVICES, AND

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

RRCA National Convention, Cincinnati, OHApril 3, 2008

Presented by Ken Bendy and

Kelly “K2” Richards

• Learn how to successfully integrate RRCA programs into your club programs

• Learn about the many services available to clubs

• Learn about volunteer and leadership opportunities in the RRCA

• Build on the successes of others.

Objectives

Your Best Source of Information

• Our Home page• Joining• Clubs• Calendars• Coaches• Services• Programs• Running & Resources

RRCA Website

RRCA Programs

• Championships

• Women’s Distance Festivals

• Coaching

• Education and Advocacy

• Personal Fitness

• Run@Work Day

• State Rep Program

• Kids Running

Programs

Championships• RRCA awards championship events

through a competitive bidding process at the National, Regional, and State level to RRCA member clubs and events.

• The goal of the RRCA Championship Events is to help the host club or event recruit top performing runners, attract sponsors, and improve civic and media support.

• 50 State Championship Challenge

Programs

Championships

Championship Events may qualify to receive the following benefits:

• Gatorade (10K or longer distance)

• FuelBelt, Inc. premiums

• Corporate Supporter coupons for event participants

• Discounted Services from Active.com

• National and Regional Championships receive six awards from the RRCA for their overall, masters and grandmasters winners.

Programs

Women’s Distance FestivalsMost WDF events focus on a 5K run/walk

or longer.

Clubs and events are encouraged to involve beginners in the WDF events by holding pre-race training programs.

The RRCA encourages clubs and events to designate their race as a Women's Distance Festival events if the event is a women's race or has a special women's only start time or wave.

Programs

Programs

Coaching Certification:• A specific body of knowledge and teaching

process on sports science, training methods, coaching fundamentals, professional conduct and ethics.

• Certification of individuals who demonstrate they have learned the knowledge and can apply it to coaching.

• Continuing education for RRCA certified coaches.

• A national registry of current RRCA certified coaches.

Education & AdvocacyThe RRCA has developed safety training programs, materials, and tip sheets on various topics related to safety.

•RRCA General Running Safety Tips

•RRCA Tips on Empowering Runners

•Hot Weather Running Safety Tips

•Cold Weather Running Safety Tips

•Race Etiquette for Runners

•Rules of the Road, Trail and Track

Programs

Personal Fitness ProgramHow the Program Works:

• Select your 6 month total mileage goal from 300, 600, or 1000 miles

• Log on to www.RRCA.org/Running/Tools

• Create your FREE Account to Log Your Miles

• Start running and logging your miles

• After six months, indicate your total on the Personal Fitness Program form and mail along with your payment to receive your reward.

• Celebrate your accomplishment!

Programs

RRCA National Run@Work DayThe goal of the National Run @ Work Day

is for RRCA members across the country to host community based events encouraging people to incorporate at least 35 minutes of exercise into their daily lives.

This goal can be achieved by a running club, an individual, or a corporation hosting a running or walking event with the duration of at least thirty-five minutes before work, during lunch, or immediately after

Programs

State Representative ProgramState Representatives help promote the

mission of the organization and the sport of long distance running at the state level.

State Reps represent their clubs interests and concerns at the national level.

For information on becoming an RRCA State Rep, please contact a Regional Director or the Executive Director to learn how you can serve in this vital role for the RRCA.

Programs

Kids Run The NationGrants of $500-$1000

Volunteer background check service

Current RRCA Teacher's and Coach's Curriculum Guide and kids running booklets available in limited quantities

Revised materials will outline:• proper running form• training cycles• proper nutrition• goal setting and recovery

Programs

• Branding

• Convention

• Fundraising

• Insurance

• Online Services

• National Awards

• News Syndication

Services

Branding • Royalty Free Use of Logo For Members

• RRCA Logo Clip Art

http://www.rrca.org/services/branding/

http://www.rrca.org/shop/

Services

RRCA Annual ConventionEach year the RRCA gathers in a different

city for the annual convention, business meeting, workshops, and national awards banquet.

The RRCA awards the National Convention location through a competitive bidding process for member clubs. Hosting the RRCA Convention is a great opportunity for a club to highlight their community’s commitment to running, earn revenue for their club, and promote a local race.

Services

FundraisingOne benefit of RRCA membership is the

IRS nonprofit group exemption status.

Nonprofits that operate in and solicit contributions in a state are required, by law, to file charitable solicitation registration forms.

As the parent organization, the RRCA offers members who are taking advantage of the nonprofit group exemption status, the service of filing charitable solicitation registrations in all requiring states.

Services

InsuranceInsurance coverage for our membership is

the major benefit that the RRCA offers its members. This allows members to host a variety of events, runs and/or races under the RRCA insurance umbrella. Check Insurance FAQ’s

• Liability Insurance• Directors and Officers Insurance

(D&O)• Additional Insured Certificates• Equipment Insurance (extra charge)• MetLife Home & Auto special savings

Services

Online Services

Free access to Active’s Volunteer Module Discounts on websites for club events Discounts on race day technology Discounts on advertising and marketing

services Access to market-leading event

registration tools Personal account management support

Services

RRCA National AwardsRRCA National Awards - As a service to our

members, the RRCA developed the RRCA Annual Awards to acknowledge the service and commitment of outstanding volunteers to the running community.

RRCA Volunteer Award Certificate Program - A club president or designated officer may nominate up to 3 individual volunteers that have contributed at least 2000 hours over the years.

RRCA Club Web Site Awards - Each year the RRCA recognizes the top club web sites as part of their annual awards

Services

News SyndicationNews articles posted to the RRCA News

section are available as a Free RSS (Rich Site Summary) news feed.

Webmasters can utilize php, perl or other scripts to list current RRCA news article titles and links on their own web sites.

These will automatically update as new articles are posted by the RRCA.

Services

• Articles

• “Footnotes”

• Publications

• Subscriptions

• Links

• Management

• Your State Rep

• RRCA Website

Resources

Articleshttp://www.rrca.org/resources/articles/

FootNoteshttp://www.rrca.org/resources/footnotes/

Publicationshttp://www.rrca.org/resources/publications/

Resources

Subscriptions Her Sports + Fitness is the Official Media

Partner for the RRCA Women's Distance Festival. Receive $10 off the normal subscription rate

Resources

LinksInternational Competition Governing

Body (IAAF)

U.S. Governing Body for Long Distance Running (USATF)

Information on course certificationRunning Publications (USATF)

Miscellaneous Links

Resources

ManagementClub Management - To help our members

effectively manage their clubs and events, we offer the RRCA Handbook.

Event Management - "Guidelines for Safer Road Racing Events”

http://www.rrca.org/resources/management/

RRM Race Director Tipshttp://www.RRM.com

Resources

Your State Rep

Your State Rep is the local representative of the RRCA. Your state rep can provide you with:

Information and tools to help your club membership grow

Help you conduct safe races and training programs

Have a positive impact on your community

Resources

The National Office Staff

The National Office key staff members and their functions:

Jean Knaack-Executive Director

Jessica Sleight-Director of Program Services• membership/insurance/• championships/awards

Dorothy Comock-Office Manager• shipping/receiving/admin services

Resources

Other Opportunities

• Club Awards Banquets• Special Events• Races• Recruiting New Members• New Runner Programs• Kids Programs• Community Service

Opportunities

In Conclusion…

The RRCA offers many programs and services. We encourage you to take advantage of them to help your club grow.

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