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Here are the details of what Team Vark entails...
Where: The entire team meets at Aardvark (Unless otherwise noted in the weekly email.)
When: Every Saturday starting @ 7:30am from July 11th through October 18th. We encourage everyone to show up by 7:20am to depart for the run at 7:30am.
While our main focus is training for the Bethlehem Run Festival races, everyone is welcome to join the team regardless of your goals. Join us on Saturday runs for fun and camaraderie!
Your membership includes three training plans (it does not include race registration). Training should be stress free!! We hope that you ultimately find the right program for you, but you can switch training programs to fit your needs with no additional cost.
5k training - No running experience needed! For the beginner to experienced runner.
10k training - Experience levels: For the beginner who can complete a 5k within 6 months before Team Vark training starts in July, to the experienced runner.
Half Marathon training - Experience levels: For the beginner runner who can should aim to complete a 10k before Team Vark training starts in July, to the experienced runner.
10% off on all non-sale items from April 1st 2026 through October 31st 2026. Nontransferable (for Team Vark members only) and in store only. Be sure to tell staff at the register that you registered for Team Vark 2026.
400 points ($20 store credit) added to your loyalty account in the Aardvark Aapp by the time training starts.
A Team Vark podium shirt from Brooks.
A chance to earn the "Earn It Swag" by attending 10 out of 14 training runs.
Exclusive shopping hours during training. More details when training starts.
Exclusive events, training, and swag.
Weekly emails with important information such as routes, training plans, attendance sheets, etc.
...and legendary Team Vark support!!
2026 Registration Opens March 31st!
We cap the membership at 200 people. Registration fills up fast. Please do not register if you know you cannot make the Team Vark runs at 7:30am (or the Sunrise Squad at 5:30am) on Saturdays. We will announce when we are full.
While our main focus is training for the Bethlehem Run Festival races, everyone is welcome to join the team, regardless of your goals. Join us on Saturday runs for fun and camaraderie!
Team Vark Age Restriction. We are growing as a team and understand the need for family time. For this year, we have the following age restrictions.
- Strollers are welcome. Please know the route and your abilities before running with a stroller.
- Due to safety considerations, we kindly ask that participants be aged 12 and above to participate in our training program.
- 12-18 years old must have an adult present during training.
- Please note that certain Team Vark events are restricted to individuals aged 21 years or older.
Enjoy 10% off on all non-sale items from the day you register until end of race day, October 31st, 2026. Nontransferable and in store only. Be sure to tell staff at the register that you registered for Team Vark 2026.
If you can't find what you're looking for in the FAQ's page, email teamvark@aardvarksportssop.com.
