Funding Support/Partner Fund
Youth.ONE (2019 - 2021)
Riding on the success of the project “Youth.ROC”, and with the support of SIE Fund, RunOurCity Foundation Limited is taking forward a new project – Youth.ONE. In this project, it provides a three-year all-rounded distance running with more than 700 training sessions and youth development program to improve the physical and mental health of young people, as well as to offer coach training and job opportunities to them.
A training program for primary and secondary school students will be provided. It includes training in distance running, character-building activities, personal coaching, coaching skills, and coach practicing opportunities. The program comprises components in four levels.
Program Goals and Details
The program is divided into four phases, including regular running training, volunteer training and service, local and overseas competitions, sports workshops, and leadership training, to discover the interests and potential of young people, with opportunities to become coaches and project management leaders.
The first and second phases provide foundational training and are mandatory for participants. Activities guide participants to start from scratch with running, using long-distance running training to build confidence, develop perseverance, and enhance focus. At the same time, by exploring the community, engaging in volunteer training and service, and taking part in local and overseas competitions, the program helps foster diverse development.
The third and fourth phases provide advanced training and are elective activities. These phases cultivate participants’ leadership skills, provide career guidance and internship training, and help them understand race and running event management, equipping them to become coaches and leaders in project management.
Program Outcomes
Individual Level: Enjoy the joy of running, build positive character, and maintain good health
Community Level: Expand social circles, participate in volunteer activities, and care for society
Individual Level: Enjoy the joy of running, build positive character, and maintain good health
Community Level: Expand social circles, participate in volunteer activities, and care for society
Career Planning: Learn skills, broaden horizons, and train as coaches and leaders
Community Exploration
Through community fun runs, volunteer services, and local competitions, participants elevate their understanding of community facilities, environments, and organizations from an individual level to a community level. They build a sense of belonging to the community and care for different members of society. Participants also reflect on their relationship with the community and establish a network for sharing community resources.
Citywide 10K – Districts Run 1K Together to Relax
Aim
• To allow everyone to simply relax and unwind
• To enable teenagers to experience the joy of running with peers, gain a fresh perspective of the community and discover local features
• To promote a citywide running event for schools to relax and take a break together
• To expand the program citywide, from schools to businesses
• RunOurCity provides a running experience for primary and secondary schools
Features
• No limit on the number of participants (10, 15, 100, or even the whole school)
• No limit on dates (weekdays or weekends).
• No limit on time (morning, afternoon, or after school)
• No limit on duration (from 30 minutes to 1 hour)
• No limit on routes (street running, around the school, or on school grounds)
• No limit on distance (depending on school needs)
Content
• Introduction – 5 minutes
• Warm-up – 5 minutes
• Running – Community exploration (depending on distance).
• Cool down – 5 minutes
Target Audience
All staff, students, and parents of primary and secondary schools.
Cost
Free of charge, groups are welcome to register.
By combining running and volunteer service, we encourage teenagers to contribute to the community, ignite a positive and proactive attitude in others, and build an inclusive society.
Target Audience
Youth aged 12-20; both individuals and groups are welcome.
Teenagers participate in our annual event – HONG KONG STREETATHON – to experience the joy of running through ‘food, fun, and running.’ Teachers and principals from schools also support and take part. Students can compete for the ‘Street Running Youth Cup’ 10K event, showcasing the results of their training.
In addition to the annual HONG KONG STREETATHON, we encourage teenagers to engage in local events to gain competitive experience and enjoy the thrill of racing. Previous events included Sun International Financial Group Hong Kong Streetsthon @ Central 2015-2016, China Life (Overseas) 2018 Hong Kong Streetathon @ Kowloon, Convoy Totem Run 2015-2016 and 2018, New World Services (NWS) Geo Hero Run 2015-2016 and 2018, Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP) Vertical Run for Charity – Hong Kong ICC 2015.
Target Audience
Youth aged 12-20; both individuals and groups are welcome.
Our organization holds various types of youth street running events each year in Hong Kong Island, Kowloon East, Kowloon West, New Territories East, and New Territories West. Through different themed street running activities, including urban street running experiences and festive runs, we encourage teenagers to develop a regular exercise habit. In addition, we also organize street running competitions to enhance the athletic level of young people.
Target Audience
Youth aged 12-20; both individuals and groups are welcome.
Career Training and Internships
Through lectures, workshops, internships, being assistant coaches, and coaching training programs, participants cultivate a proactive attitude and evaluate their personal abilities and interests. They learn about career information and skills, helping them set future job directions while accumulating work experience to enhance their employment advantages.
The program covers foundational theoretical knowledge about running coaching, coaching management, and sports science, complemented by workshops and internships to equip participants with the practical skills required for coaching. At the same time, it assists them in establishing future career directions and accumulating teaching experience to enhance their employment advantages.
Goals and Details
This six-month course includes 17 hours of classroom lessons, 10 hours of workshops, 18 hours of internships, and 3 hours of introductory and sharing sessions, totaling 48 hours. Participants who pass written exams and practical assessments, and meet the 80% attendance requirement for the course, will receive a certificate and have the opportunity to become recognized coaches or assistant coaches by our organization.
Target Audience
Ages 15 and above; both individuals and groups are welcome.
Through theory and practice, this program aims to enhance professional knowledge and skills, familiarize participants with the relevant information and skills for the profession, and equip them to become professional teaching assistants.
Goals and Details
- A two-day, one-night leadership training camp/day camp
- Two sports workshops, including stretching classes, sports taping, and nutrition management
- 16 hours of internship training to assist in leading Freshman activities
Target Audience
Ages 15 and above; both individuals and groups are welcome.
Through firsthand experience in the workplace, young people can deepen their understanding of event management, business operations, social services, workplace culture, and development opportunities, thereby broadening their horizons and assisting them in establishing future career directions. This experience will help them accumulate work experience, build a network, and enhance their employment advantages.
Goals and Details
- Two-week Internship: Participate in the daily work and projects of different departments (Event Management, Marketing, Social Services) to gain practical work experience.
- Company Activities: A series of activities arranged for interns to enrich their learning experiences and broaden their perspectives.
- Performance Evaluation: Department supervisors will assess the interns’ performance and provide feedback to help them understand their strengths and potential, enabling better performance in future careers.
Target Audience
Ages 15 and above; both individuals and groups are welcome.
We regularly organize experiential activities and thematic lectures related to running and athlete careers, all free of charge.
Target Audience
Students in Form 1 and above; groups are welcome.