Do you have an aspiring runner interested in learning more about the sport? Y Runners is designed for kids, ages 6 to 14, who wish to get intentional individual training in endurance, cross-country, running technique, and sprinting.
Y Runners will meet twice weekly for an hour to an hour and 15 minutes. Athletes are introduced to form and technique as well as a program designed to increase stamina. Runners will aim to build confidence and enhance endurance.
Runners are separated into age-appropriate groups for trainings and workouts.
Athletes will participate in two cross-country meets, as well as time trials throughout the season to measure their individual improvement. Races and practices will be held at the registered branch, but are subject to location change based on overall program participation.
Spring 2025
Registration opens February 1 for members and February 15 for program participants.
Alexander Family YMCA
April 22 - June 24
U7 - U10, U11 - U14
Durham YMCAs
March 25 - May 3
U7 - U10 & U11 - U14
Kraft Family YMCA
April 21 - June 21
Coed: U7 - U10 and U11 - U14
Southeast Raleigh YMCA
April 22 - June 24
U7 - U10, U11 - U14
Taylor Family YMCA
April 21 - June 21
Coed: U7 - U10 and U11 - U14
Fall 2025
Registration opens June 1 for members and June 15 for program participants.
Kraft and Taylor Family YMCAs*
September start
Coed: U7 - U10 and U11 - U14
*Races and practices will be held at the registered branch, but are subject to location change based on overall program participation.
Registration
February 1: Y Members
February 15: Program Participants
Spring season starts in April; fall season will start in September.
Parents
Parents are expected to remain onsite (fields and gyms) as the primary supervisor of their child. This includes taking their children to the restroom and addressing any challenges that may arise. This allows our coaches to focus on leading practices and games. In addition, YMCA sports staff will be present at all practices and games.
SPORTS DIRECTORS
Alexander Family and Southeast Raleigh YMCAs: Eric Rhinehalt
Kraft Family YMCA: Kelly Guerriero
Lakewood YMCA: Lexx Daniels
Northwest Cary and Taylor Family YMCAs: Chris Avery