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Youth Cross Country
Do you have an aspiring runner interested in learning more about the sport? Our YMCA Cross Country program is designed for rising Kindergarten through 12th graders.
The program will foster a passion for running while developing speed, endurance and confidence in a supportive team-oriented environment.
Ages 5-17
Youth Cross Country is a coed running program that meets once weekly for 1 to 1.5 hours. 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.
This program is for kindergarten to rising 12th-grade students.
The program will start the week of August 25th and end on October 10th.
Practices will be held on Tuesday/Thursday nights, unless there is a meet.
Practices will be held at FENCE located at 3381 Hunting Country Rd., Tryon, NC 28782
Kindergarten through 6th grade will participate in 2 meets throughout the season (dates TBD). The 7th through 12th graders will participate in at least 2 meets. There is a $10 meet fee for 7th-12th graders; K-6th grade will be free.
All athletes must purchase a jersey top that can be used for up to two years. Optional uniform shorts will be available for purchase.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 6/8/26 | 8/2/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 65.00 | $ 65.00 |
Available Sessions
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08/17/26 - 10/17/26
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