Matanzas 5000

Summer Running Camp for Middle and High Schoolers held at historic Trinity Parish downtown St. Augustine.

With Coach Josh Morton

Head Track and Field & Cross-Country Coach

ASCM Certified Personal Trainer

• Limited Spots Available *

Each day we will have a warm-up and run through historic Lincolnville. We will also cover the following topics:

• Run safety, nutrition, conditioning

• Types of running: track, road, and trail

• Yoga, flexibility, stress relief

• Injury prevention and recovery

• Friday race prep for the Bridge of Lions 5k on July 11, 2026

• Parents are free to join workout sessions

We will prepare to run the Bridge of Lions 5k on July 11th 2026. Participants of the camp will get a $10 discount and can register for Bridge of Lions 5k at the following link:

https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/FL/StAugustine/BridgeofLions5K

All camp participants will receive a t-shirt and other goodies! Because ACRR's Mission is to promote running/walking as part of a healthy lifestyle, we strongly encourage families to run together. Because of this, we are including a family membership to Ancient City Road Runners!

Bridge of Lions 5K

The 42nd Annual Bridge of Lions 5K is back! Join us downtown for this can’t-miss St. Augustine tradition. Runners and walkers will start at the historic Castillo de San Marcos in downtown St. Augustine, cross the iconic Bridge of Lions, and wind through beautiful Davis Shores. The race finishes at Oglethorpe Park on Anastasia Island, where participants will receive a custom-designed finisher medal and enjoy snacks, refreshments, and post-race fun. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this classic event—registration is limited to 1,550 participants!

The Game On! St. Augustine Triathlon, presented by Bowen Hanes Company, Inc., returns to Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park on Sunday, July 26, 2026. This destination race offers athletes of all levels a scenic and challenging course in the heart of Florida’s historic coast.

For more than two centuries, Vilano Beach has been the beach that locals go to. It’s a choice spot north of St. Augustine popular for its casual atmosphere, quiet ambiance, and natural surroundings. To get to Vilano Beach, you must take the scenic route. And by that, we mean coastal AIA, a designated All-American Road. This Byway supports a variety of wildlife including birds, the gopher tortoise, and endangered species.

This destination race will be hosted at Vilano Beach and will include an Olympic distance Triathlon, Duathlon and Aquabike as well as the Sprint Triathlon and Sprint Duathlon. The swim will take place in the Atlantic Ocean, with a scenic bike course taking you North on A1A through the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM Research Reserve). Finish with a run through the tropical "Keys-like" neighborhood and along the Vilano Beach Nature Boardwalk with amazing views of the wetlands and the collection of mosaic art of local wildlife.

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Would like to cordially invite you to our annual "Pink Up The Pace" 5K Walk/Run. On Saturday, October 3, we will kick off (October’s) Breast Cancer Awareness Month with our 5K walk/run through our historic downtown St. Augustine. Pink Up The Pace (PUTP) is a non-profit organization founded by Cindy Ortiz Chaconas in 2009, when diagnosed at age 28.

The race is now in its 18th year and continues to make an impact and grow. The 2009 inaugural race brought in over 800 participants and raised $20,000. In 2019, there were 2,900 participants and $50,000 raised. All the money raised stays in St. Johns County and goes directly towards our mission of assisting the uninsured and underinsured in the early detection of breast cancer. In the last 18 years, we have been able to pay out over $350,000 in breast imaging services to the men and women in need in our county.

Thank you for your continued support!

The Game On! St. Augustine Sprint and Olympic Triathlon will take place at Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park on October 11, 2026. This destination race is set in the beautiful and tranquil village of Vilano Beach. Known for its laid-back atmosphere, stunning natural surroundings, and quiet charm, Vilano Beach offers a perfect backdrop for our triathlon

The race features:

• Olympic Triathlon

• Olympic Duathlon

• Olympic Aquabike

• Sprint Triathlon

• Sprint Duathlon

Race Details:

Swim: The swim leg will be in the Atlantic Ocean, providing a refreshing and scenic start.

Bike: Cyclists will ride along the picturesque A1A Coastal Highway, taking in the views of the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM Research Reserve).

Run: The run will wind through a tropical, "Keys-like" neighborhood and along the Vilano Beach Nature Boardwalk, with beautiful views of the wetlands and unique mosaic art depicting local wildlife.

This event promises to combine the excitement of a triathlon with the serene beauty of Vilano Beach and its surrounding areas. The scenic bike and run courses, along with the relaxed beach atmosphere, will make it an unforgettable race experience. Whether you're participating or cheering from the sidelines, this race will be a celebration of both sport and nature!