San Jose Half Marathon and 8K

The Youth Splash and Dash is our first swim & run for kids ages 6-14. Come celebrate our first event with a full size finish line with snacks and finisher certificates and hang out with their friends.

This would be an introductory event that would prepare the kids for their first triathlon/aquathlon.

The main goal is to wake up the outdoor spirit in our little athletes and walk them through the transition in this type of sport that is lately gaining in popularity.

Distances are short and intended simply to expose our youngest athletes to the basic elements of two legs of triathlon.

The swim will take place in the Washington pool, which has 25 yard lanes. Ages 6-10 will do 4 lengths, and ages 11-14 will do 8 lengths. Volunteers will help count laps.

The transition from swim to run will take the youth to the picnic area before doing a loop around a nearby section of campus. The run course will be supported by cheering, excited volunteers. 11-14 year old will do two loops.

Note: triathletes usually swim and run in the same clothes! There will not be a changing area, but we will have an area for youth to put clothes on over their swimsuit if they aren't wearing a triathlon suit.

Hit the pavement on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in support of children's health and wellness at the 13th Annual Lumentum Heart & Soles Run! All 5K/10K registrations include:

• Short sleeve tech fabric race shirt

• Bib with professional race timing

• Exclusive 2026 finisher's medal

• Fast and scenic course around Santa Clara University

• Post-race refreshments

Founded in 2014, the Lumentum Heart & Soles Run is a 5K/10K race that takes place in the spring of each year. The scenic course circles around the beautiful campus of Santa Clara University and along nearby tree-lined streets. After the race, watch your kids (2-7 years old) in the Kids Run, visit vendor booths, and enjoy the celebratory atmosphere in the finish area.

Your registration supports local nonprofits that provide students with equitable access to exercise, nutrition, and well-being resources. In total, the event has raised nearly $1 million in support of children’s health and wellness. Event proceeds are donated to the following youth organizations:

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley

• Santa Clara County Office of Education

• YMCA of Silicon Valley

Om Run was launched in 2009 to bring the Bay Area Chinmaya Mission Family together. It is a fun filled day of outdoor activities for people of all ages. Om Run hosts more than 2000 people annually. It is the largest community building event organized by CMSJ. Om Run has evolved into a unique running event, in that, the focus is on community building with attractions such as pony rides, inflatable games, music and food along with a 5K, 10K and a 1/2 marathon race. Beautiful Vasona Park has breathtaking vistas and has hosted Om Run for the past several years.

Wonfel Aid is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. The

organization was established in response to the growing socio-economic challenges facing millions of Ethiopians. Its core focus areas include education, health, agriculture, and emergency assistance. Wonfel Aid provides humanitarian support to communities affected by conflict, displacement, and extreme vulnerability across Ethiopia.

Funds raised from the running event will support:

· Education initiatives for vulnerable children

· Health care and emergency relief for internally displaced individuals

· Assistance for children who have lost their parents

Kids' Dash starts at 9 am

10K starts at 9:15 am

5K run at 9:25 am