We are putting in all of the necessary safety measures to ensure that we can have a safe, fun, Rubin Run whether you're participating at one of our on-site events or virtually. But we can't do that without you. Please review this page for event safety measures and what you can expect on May 9th.
We will continually be updating the content of this page based on new or updated guidelines set forth by local, state and/or federal officials as well as the Health Department.
Content updated as of 5.5.2021
From Mother’s Day, Sunday May 9 to Sunday, May 16, participants in the Virtual 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon participants must log a single run/walk activity.
40 Mile Challenge participants can complete the challenge however they wish (in one day or across several days during the week).
All times and distances must be submitted on your participant page by Sunday, May 16 at 11:59pm by either linking your page to your STRAVA account OR by entering it manually. To learn more about how to use the STRAVA Integration go here.
DOWNLOAD your customizable Rubin Run race bib to wear while you’re running and don’t forget to take a selfie and share on social media using #RubinRun2021.
Please do not run (or walk) on unsafe roads, or areas that have been closed off to the public. Practice social distancing and any other requirements set forth by local, state and federal guidelines.
We strongly encourage those who can pick up their packets on Friday, May 7 to do so. However, packet pick-up is also available 30 minutes prior to your race start time on Sun, May 9.
Please note that in an effort to provide a safe and socially distant environment, 8am race participants are kindly asked to leave the JCC campus no later than 8:50am to allow the 10am participants to enjoy their race experience as well. Thank you for your help and understanding.
Please arrive as close to your designated Check-in/Packet Pick-Up window as possible to limit interactions between events. To further avoid lines on the day of the event, please consider picking up your race packet at the JCC in advance on Friday, May 7 from 9am-5pm.
The race is rain or shine unless a natural weather emergency occurs.
Remember space is limited so if you're registering as a team, make sure all team members complete registration while there is still space available.
We are limiting capacity, but still need your help to keep everyone safe and maintain social distancing.
Socially Distanced Race Start: Runners will be asked to line up no more than 10 minutes prior to race start and try to remain socially distance at the start line.
Face Coverings: Runners are required to wear face coverings while on the JCC campus. Runners must wear face coverings at the start and finish lines as well as on the course when unable to maintain a safe distance from others.
Health Screenings: We will be closely monitoring all CDC and NJ State guidelines to determine best safety practices. This will include onsite temperature screening.
Healthy Hands Stations: Hand sanitizer available at all entrances and throughout JCC campus.
Per New Jersey State guidelines, face coverings are mandatory for individuals age two and up.
In addition:
All spectators and staff must keep masks on throughout the event.
Runners are required to wear face coverings while on the JCC campus (start and finish line) as well as on the course when unable to maintain a safe distance from others.
Athletes are recommended to wear cloth face coverings or face coverings made of moisture-wicking material.
Leave all bags in your car. All unattended bags and backpacks at the JCC or on the course will be removed and disposed of by the police.
Please note that roadways will be open to traffic on the course.
Please follow signage and heed volunteers’ directions and stay on the right side of the road as designated by Tenafly Police.
Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome for the on-site 5K. All walk routes are accessible. However, for everyone’s safety, bicycles, inline skates, wheelie footwear, skateboards and scooters are not allowed for both on-site 5K's or the Kids Fun Run/Family Health Walk.
Course Map – Download our 5K and Kids Fun Run Course Maps here. The 5K is a road race taking place on the streets of Tenafly. The Kids Fun Run will take place on the JCC campus on a mix of both grass and concrete surfaces.
Space is Limited: We have limited capacity for both 5K races and the Kids Fun Run/Family Health Walk to ensure adequate space for social distancing. Each 5K race will have a capacity of 200 runners and the Kids Fun Run will have a capacity of 100 runners.
No spectators: Due to capacity restrictions, only participants can be at the JCC on May 9th. Parents or caregivers accompanying a child are excluded from this restriction, but must follow social distancing guidelines.
Food: We will be providing fruit and individual pretzel bags in addition to bottled water.
Self-Timed: The 5K races will be self-timed. Whether you are running on your own, or joining other community members at the JCC in person on May 9, you are expected to track and enter your time on your participant page. You can track your times by using any fitness tracking app. We recommend using STRAVA, but any run tracking app will do. To learn more about how to use the Strava Integration go here.
No water station on the course: Please plan ahead and bring a water bottle with you. Water will be provided near the finish line for runners to hydrate at a safe distance from others.
Kids Fun Run/Family Health Walk
Costumes: Kids Fun Run participants are welcome and encouraged to wear a superhero costume at the event.
Age Restriction: All participants in the Kids Fun Run must be age 12 and under to participate. One parent or guardian is allowed to accompany their child along the course.
Be a Responsible Participant and Protect Yourself and Others
From social distancing behaviors to handwashing, we need all guests to continue to participate in proper healthy behaviors when visiting.
For other general event information, visit our FAQs page here or email us at development@jccotp.org with your questions.