Youth Goals
The goal of this program is to shine a spotlight on the sport of running and to help youth and beginner runners learn to enjoy the sport in a safe and fun environment.
Kids will learn to set personal goals, whether it is a certain pace or distance, or to just complete the workout.
In the process, the kids will learn how to interact in a team atmosphere and will develop stamina and self-confidence over time.
The most important goal is to emphasize fitness & fun for children and parents alike!
The Program
This program is a casual and loose environment; however, the workouts are structured. The kids will participate in some form of activity or drill at each meetup. We incorporate various workout routines, but teaching running fundamentals is our priority:
The goal of this program is to shine a spotlight on the sport of running and to help youth and beginner runners learn to enjoy the sport in a safe and fun environment.
Kids will learn to set personal goals, whether it is a certain pace or distance, or to just complete the workout.
In the process, the kids will learn how to interact in a team atmosphere and will develop stamina and self-confidence over time.
The most important goal is to emphasize fitness & fun for children and parents alike!
The Program
This program is a casual and loose environment; however, the workouts are structured. The kids will participate in some form of activity or drill at each meetup. We incorporate various workout routines, but teaching running fundamentals is our priority:
- THE BEGINNING: kids start with a warm-up by walking or running, or combination, contingent on kid’s fitness level or age, followed by active stretches
- THE MIDDLE: Structured workout may consist of tempo or pace runs (e.g. run 5 minutes, walk 2 minutes), speed training (e.g. 200 or 400 meter sprints), endurance training (e.g. hill repeats)
- THE END: We end the practice with a cool down or running game and a refreshment
- Race-ready training plans based on upcoming community races & compete as a team
- Ad hoc structured workout challenges may include hill repeats, relays, or Indian runs
- Plyometric and calisthenic conditioning to build strength and prevent injuries
- Active parent participation and supervision at each athlete’s practice is strongly encouraged and recommended
- Parents MUST sign the registration/waiver form
- Kids must wear comfortable clothing (shorts, t-shirts and appropriate running shoes)
- Bring water to every meetup