How to Start a Team

Thank you for teaming up for HeartBeat 5000! Forming a team to run or walk on race day is easy. Just follow the simple steps below:

1. Decide on a Team Name
Get Creative! Check out the list of current teams here to make sure yours is unique in order to avoid confusion.

2. Team Captain Registers
Team Captains need to register first to reserve the team name. Get registered now!
(Pre-registration ends 6/20.)

  • While registering, select 'Create A Team'.  This is when you will set up your team name and team fundraising goal. 
  • After registering, Team Captains can then sign into their fundraising page to email out to friends and family that it's time to start registering.
  • Don't forget to check out the Famly Team Incentives to help motivate your team!

3. Participants Register
Get registered now!
(Pre-registration ends 6/20.)

  • While registering, select 'Join a Team'.
  • Search for the correct team name or team captain name to get started. 

4. Fundraise
Online fundraising is an easy way for family and friends to support race participants. After registering, you will receive an email with tips to get started.

5. Create a Team T-shirt
This will make your team easily identifiable and create team excitement!

Need to create and order shirts for your team? Use our preferred vendor, Taho Sportswear, for great selection and pricing!
Contact: Chris Schellenberg
Phone: (763) 572-3997
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

6. Team Photo
A photographer will be located in the park before and after the walk. We encourage you to get everyone together for a team picture!

7. Have fun for a good cause!
We're looking forward to seeing you on June 22nd!

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