YMCA of the Triangle

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FOR HEALTHY LIVING
FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Y Runners

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