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Youth Track
Our Youth Track program is designed for athletes ages 5–17 and focuses on teaching the fundamentals of running in a fun, supportive, and age-appropriate environment. Participants will work on developing speed, endurance, coordination, and confidence while learning proper running mechanics and healthy training habits.
Athletes practice once per week and participate in track meets throughout the spring season. Whether your child is brand new to track or looking to build on existing skills, this program emphasizes personal growth, effort, and enjoyment of the sport—helping each runner build confidence both on and off the track.
Ages 5 - 17
Youth Track is a coed track/running program designed to support athletes’ overall success on and off the track. 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.
The program will run from March 16th through May 4th. Practices will be held on any of the following days: Monday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday each week. Weekday practice time would be 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Practices to be held at the Polk County High School Track.
At least 3 Meets will be held this season. Meets will take place on Mondays from 6 PM -7:30 PM (end time is approximate and depends on the number of athletes participating). Meets will be held at Dorman or Byrnes High Schools in Spartanburg, SC. Events will include: 60m/100m/400m/1600m. There is a possibility of adding the field events of shot put and long jump. Athletes will pick 2 track events to compete in at each meet.
All athletes will receive a shirt and a participation medal.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| Open Registration | 1/26/26 | 2/15/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 50.00 | $ 60.00 |
| Late Registration | 2/16/26 | 2/22/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 80.00 |
Available Sessions
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03/16/26 - 05/04/26
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