Improving Form, Pace & Endurance
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.
Program
*Note: Program locations are subject to change based on overall participation.
Registration Dates
Spring Season
Feb. 1: Members; Feb. 15: Program Participants
Fall Season
June 1: Members; June 15: Program Participants
2026 Spring Season
April 27 - June 27
U7-U10 & U11-U14
Alexander Family YMCA (Mondays & Wednesdays)
Kraft Family YMCA (two days per week with scheduled Saturday race)
Southeast Raleigh YMCA (Saturdays)
Taylor Family YMCA (two days per week with scheduled Saturday race)
Youth Running & Triathlons
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.
Youth sports soccer teams are led by volunteer coaches. All volunteer coaches undergo a background check and training. Opportunities are available for coaches and assistant coaches at all locations.
The Benefits of Youth Sports
Learning new skills, social interactions and exercise all contribute to a well-rounded child.
Skill Development
Learning to dribble a ball, guard a player, shoot a basket and run the court are examples of new skills kids learn through youth sports. They teach dexterity, motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Good Sportsmanship
We don’t keep an official score for younger players. We clap for all the goals and always shake hands at the end of every game. Learning to win and lose gracefully is a skill everyone can use.
Teamwork
Learning how to work and get along with others is a part of being on a team. But this skill reaches far beyond the field or court and into the classroom and life.
Sports Camp
YMCA Sports Summer Day Camps offer kids a full summer of basketball, soccer, flag football, baseball or a mix of all sports. Our camps focus on a different sport each week. Skill development, drills, and scrimmages are part of each week, as camp assemblies and swim time.
Sports Directors
Please contact us with questions about YMCA Youth Running & Triathlons.
Alexander Family and Southeast Raleigh YMCA: Eric Rhinehalt
Kraft Family YMCA: Kelly Guerriero
Northwest Cary and Taylor Family YMCAs: Chris Avery