THE BASICS
The Arkansas Track Club Youth Team is an introductory running program for athletes ages 5–8. The program runs from September through July and introduces young athletes to running through fun, engaging, and age-appropriate training. Practices focus on developing running fundamentals, coordination, movement, and confidence while helping kids discover the joy of being active and part of a team. Competition is not required, but athletes may have opportunities to participate in select USATF events as their skills and interest in racing develop.
WHY START YOUNG?
Running is about much more than learning to run fast. At this age, athletes are developing the coordination, balance, body awareness, strength, and movement patterns that will benefit them in virtually any sport they choose to pursue. Our goal is to help kids build those skills in an environment where they can be active, challenged, and successful without the pressure of a highly competitive program. Along the way, they learn how to listen to a coach, practice alongside teammates, work toward goals, and gain confidence in what their bodies can do. Some Youth Team athletes may grow into competitive runners, while others may go on to soccer, basketball, football, or another sport entirely. Either way, the foundation they build here can serve them for years to come.
INVESTMENT & COMMITMENT
The Arkansas Track Club Youth Team practices once per week on Wednesdays from 4:00–5:00 PM at Old Tiger Track in Bentonville. Although practices for this age group emphasize fundamentals and fun over competition, the quality of coaching is the same standard found throughout Arkansas Track Club. Youth athletes work with the same professional coaching staff that coaches our Junior and Adult Teams, including coaches who have developed athletes through the Division I collegiate level. The Youth Team is primarily coached by Erin Warren, with other Arkansas Track Club coaches joining practices from time to time. Membership includes a one-time sign-up fee, which includes an Arkansas Track Club team T-shirt, followed by a monthly team fee. There is no long-term contract, so families can join without committing to an entire season.
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One Time Fee
SIGNUP FEE
- $ 25
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- ARTC Team T-Shirt
- Opportunity to Compete
- Individualized Development
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Billed Monthly
Monthly Cost
- $ 50
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- One Team Practices per Week
- Safe Training Environment
- Professional Coaching
