REGISTRATION FOR 2012 OPENS FEB. 1ST AT 12:00 NOON!

Mail-In Registration:

Please print and mail the registration form and payment to:

Running Zone
3696 N. Wickham Road
Melbourne, FL 32935

Please make checks or money orders payable to Running Zone.

Confirmations will be listed on the Current Entrants page. All confirmations will be updated online every 2 weeks. You can review the listing to verify that you are registered.

Online Registration:

We have partnered with US Raceworks for online registration. Use the web link below to complete your online registration. US Raceworks charges a service fee for registering online. 

Online Registration Link

Online registration closes Thursday, Nov. 22nd. Confirmations will be emailed to the email address used for registration as well as listed under the Current Entrants tab at www.spacecoastmarathon.com. All confirmations will be updated online every 2 weeks.

Mail-In Registration Form

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for the Space Coast Marathon & Half Marathon. The success of any large event is dependent on volunteers and it takes hundreds of volunteers to host a marathon. We have the following volunteer opportunities available for this year’s race on November 24th and 25th:

SATURDAY, NOV. 24TH

• Race Packet Pickup
• Participant Greeters

SUNDAY, NOV. 25TH (RIVERFRONT PARK)

• Bus Greeters (Hotels)
• Course Marshals
• Race Area Cleanup Crew (12:00 noon start)

If you would like to volunteer, please send us an email at info@spacecoastmarathon.com and indicate your area of interest.
If you can’t volunteer but want to contribute, we also need a Donation of Baked Goods for the participants after the race. For more information, contact Denise Piercy at dpiercy@runningzone.com

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PACKAGE
We thank you in advance for your time and efforts! As a small token of our appreciation, we have put together a Volunteer Appreciation Package that includes the following:

• Space Coast Volunteer Tee-Shirt
• Discount Coupons to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
• $10.00 Coupon to Running Zone
• Free Registration to one race of the Space Coast Runners, Titusville or Running Zone Race Series Event
• Drawing for a free pair of shoes from Running Zone (up to $100.00 value)

Over the past 9 years, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training® (TNT) has partnered with Running Zone Foundation to provide inspiration, motivation and opportunity for new runners and walkers. Experienced local athletes join with new participants (newbees) and share great personal experiences. The TNT experience of training with a group not only develops the individual but gives back to the community in a major way. While training to accomplish endurance events, participants raise much needed funds to cure blood cancer and provide services to cancer patients and their families.

Running Zone and TNT in Brevard have prepared over 750 individuals to complete endurance events. Nationwide it is an unparalleled sports training program. More than 380,000 participants, from first timers to seasoned athletes, have trained with the Team and achieved their best at marathons, half marathons, triathlons, 100-mile century bike rides and hiking adventures.

Train with the best to meet your challenge!

The 2012 Space Coast Marathon fits perfectly in our program and we are delighted to be part of this fantastic event on Florida's Space Coast.

Great people. Our certified coaches provide exceptional training and clinics on fitness, nutrition, gear and injury prevention. Your teammates are there for you every step of the way. It's like having a personal trainer plus the companionship and support of a team.

A lifesaving cause. For many, the greatest benefit of all is knowing you are making a difference in the fight against blood cancers.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services. We have invested more than $600 million in research since 1949 - over $71 million in 2008 - specifically targeting leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Last year alone, LLS made 6.3 million contacts with patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals.

Learn More about Team In Training Today visit www.teamintraining.org or www.brevardtnt.org or email coach@brevardtnt.org

Current registrants will be updated every two weeks during the year.

Current registrants will be updated every two weeks during the year.

ONE OF THE MOST UNIQUE MARATHONS IN THE COUNTRY!

In celebration of the 41st Anniversary of the Space Coast Marathon, here are some of this year's highlights:
• Start the race to the roar of a Space Shuttle countdown and Liftoff on a Jumbo-tron
• Awesome “Space-themed" Finisher Medals
• Electronic “Space” Certificate to all finishers
• Expo and Pre-Race Dinner at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex!
• Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Discount Coupon
• “Space” Props along course and at finish line area
• “Space” Themed Water/Aid Stations all along course
• Volunteers in NASA-like uniforms and hats
• “Space” Photo opportunity with astronauts
• Opportunity to win tickets to "One Day Space Adventure Package" for a family of four
• Official technical T-shirt (moisture wicking non-cotton)
• Large Beach towels with race logo (instead of Mylar blankets)
• Set a PR with this year’s Pace Teams for both the half & full marathon!
• A full Pancake & Egg &Breakfast and Pizza

If registration was completed online, you will receive a confirmation email that you are registered.

You can also use the attached link to confirm your online registration as well as receive another confirmation email:  Online Entry Confirmation Link 

If you registered by mail, we will list the current registrants under the Current Registrants tab on www.spacecoastmarathon.com and update it every two weeks. You can review the listing to verify that you are registered.

Experience one of the most beautiful waterfront courses on the east coast. 14 “space” themed aid stations along a partially shaded mostly flat course. A USATF certified course and a great Boston qualifier!

Chronotrack D-tag timing (disposable D-tag) will be used for scoring. Both the official time and “net” time will be calculated. Both the marathon and half marathon are USATF certified courses. You can use this beautiful flat course as a Boston qualifier. Course officially closes at 1:15 pm on Sunday afternoon. (7-hour time limit)

2011 Space Coast Marathon Results

2011 Space Coast Half Marathon Results

Previous Year's Results

Course Records

A corral system at the start is incorporated according to expected finishing time. Please make sure to fill in the expected finishing time on the registration form or when registering online. (If you are unsure of your expected finishing time, please estimate your expected finishing time based on your average pace per mile).

This year we have incorporated Pace Teams for both the marathon and half marathon.

 

 

Meet Your Pace Team Members   Pace Team Members Link

 

Frequently Asked Questions About The Pace Team
Welcome to the Pace Team webpage. As a benefit to the Marathon and Half marathon runners the Pace Team will be there for you. We will be offering pace groups led by experienced pacers for a wide variety of times including many of the Boston qualifying standards. We hope you will find this support useful as you strive to achieve your marathon goals.

A pace team is a group of runners led by an experienced leader who run together in the marathon. The pace leader runs a steady pace and keeps track of that pace so that the group can achieve their goal of finishing the marathon at a particular time. There are wonderful benefits of running with a pace group. You'll be supported by a cheerful leader and will be side by side with other runners sharing the same goal as you.

One of the biggest mistakes that marathoners make is starting out too fast and then hitting the wall in the later portions of the race. The pace team will run at an even pace per mile. If the pace feels too slow in the beginning of the race that's normal. Just stay with the group and ask the pace leader about an appropriate strategy for the second half. If you find the pace too fast in the early miles, then slow down and drop back from the team so you'll be able to finish the race.

The Pace Team promises to provide fun and excitement for both first time, and experienced marathoners looking to reach their running goals - whether that's a personal best, or just getting across the finish line. Below are the answers to a few common questions about the Pace Team.

Where do the Pacers come from?
All of our Pacers were chosen because of their years of running many marathons around the country but most importantly their extensive marathon pacing experience. Our Pacers are dynamic and personable, and know from past experience exactly what it takes to help you have a great marathon experience.

What Pace Groups are offered?
We will have marathon groups for 3:25 (7:49 min/mi), 3:35, 3:45, 3:55, 4:00, 4:10, 4:25, and 4:40 and 5:00 (11:27 min/mi).

What pace group should I be in?
The best way to select the proper pace group is to consult the Race Prediction charts at www.MarathonGuide.com. There you can base your desired finish time on a previous shorter race you've completed this season. It's very important not to start out too fast in the marathon and to select the proper pace based on your actual previous performance.

What does it cost to run with the Pace Team?
The Pace Team is free to registered runners and doesn't cost you anything!

How do I sign up to run with the Pace Team?
The Pacers will be next to the Packet Pickup area at the Health First Health Plans Health & Fitness Expo on Saturday from 9:00 am until 7:00 pm.

 

How will the Pacers be running the race?
Every pace leader will be holding a steady pace throughout the marathon. These "even splits" are the best way to achieve your peak performance in the race.

Will the Pacers start out on pace exactly? How do they do that!?
The guys and gals serving as Pace Leaders are very experienced and know their pace well. Sometimes at the start it's crowded and may take a couple of miles to settle into a steady pace. Most importantly, they won't take you out too fast and burn up all your energy early on.

Where will my Pace Leader be on race morning?
About 30 minutes before the start we'll be assembling in the starting area. About 15 minutes before the start the Pacer will give you some last minute instructions about running with the group. They will talk about the course, what to do if you need a break, and how to make it through the water stops. Now is the time to ask any last minute questions you may have.

What will my Pace Leader be wearing?
We will be wearing our bright Under Armour Pace Team uniforms and shoes. Each Pacer will be holding up their pace sign so when you see it go and join up with the group.

 

What will the Pace Leader do at the water stations?
The Pacer will usually slow down or walk through the water stops. Listen for this information during the last minute instructions.

If anyone is in need of medical assistance, please notify any volunteer and they will help you in obtaining medical assistance. A first aid station will be available at numerous locations along the course as well as the finish line area.

Running Zone Foundation and Space Coast Runners welcome you to the 41st running of the Space Coast Marathon and Half-Marathon – Florida’s oldest marathon. We invite runners and walkers alike to experience one of the most beautiful USATF certified waterfront courses on the east coast.

This is one of the most unique running and walking events in the country!  As our race is held within the shadow of the Kennedy Space Center, the entire event revolves around a space theme sure to delight and energize our participants.

The Health First Health Plans Health & Fitness Expo and the Pre-race pasta dinner will be held at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.  For more details, see the Expo section below and visit Participant Perks tab.

In Nov., 2008, Runners World magazine voted it the “Race of the Month”. 5-4-3-2-1! Blast off for this year’s 6:15 a.m. start of the Space Coast Marathon and Half!

Aid stations will be available on the course as well as at the finish line. Water and Gatorade Endurance sports drink will be available at every aid station. GU brand gels will be available at mile 8 and every aid station from mile 14 through the finish.

 

The marathon course heads north on Brevard Ave across 520 running along Indian River Drive until the turnaround heading back towards Cocoa Village. The marathon course will then continue south on Rockledge Drive and the half marathon course. The half marathoners head south on Rockledge Drive to the turnaround and will finish back at Riverfront Park.

Both the full and half marathon courses are USAT certified. (# FL10070EBM & FL10071EBM)

Maps and Google Earth Videos are available:

• 2012 Half Marathon Interactive Map
  
• 2012 Half Marathon Video (Google Earth Plugin Required)
• 2012 Marathon Interactive Map
  
• 2012 Marathon Video (Google Earth Plugin Required)

Course Map (PDF File)

Please review the course elevation map.  The course is mostly flat and fast.

Elevation Map (PDF File)

Please review the course elevation map.  The course is mostly flat and fast. 

Elevation Map (PDF File)