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series and events
Series and Events
Kids can run year-round with NYRR. Students who are a part of NYRR programs like Young Runners and Mighty Milers can participate in many events for free by signing up through their coach or school. If you work in NYC schools, check out our free cross country and track & field programs. If you're a parent with a child who loves to run and be active, sign up for NYRR's free Youth Jamborees, look for our seasonal running series in city parks, or register for City Sports for Kids.
Check out upcoming NYRR Youth Events to find fun activities for everyone in your family.
NYRR Youth Jamboree
Held at Icahn Stadium on Randall’s Island, NYRR’s spring Youth Jamboree includes running, jumping, and throwing events. All children, kindergarten through high school, are welcome to compete in this free event.
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Run For The Future
Run For The Future provides a fun, free way for New York City high school girls to get fit, develop leadership skills, and earn money for college!
High School Cross Country Training Series
A great fall season starts in the summer! Train with NYRR coaches in this 4-week program for cross country runners.
Summer Running Series
NYRR's free family-friendly series teaches running basics for kids and lets mom and dad join too. Available in three boroughs this summer.
Developmental Track & Field
The Developmental Track & Field Series is a free program for New York City public schools. Kids at all levels learn about track and field and compete in borough and city meets throughout the spring.
City Sports for Kids Track & Field
This four-week program gives kids of all ability levels expert instruction in track and field events including distance running, sprints, relays, hurdles, long jump, high jump, and javelin.
Youth Jamborees
These free one-day wellness events combine track and field events with a family health fair. Kids in grades K-12 are invited to enjoy activities including sprints, relays, long jump, and shot put.
Developmental Cross Country Series
Kids learn about the joys of cross country running and compete in borough and city meets each fall. Free for students in grades 3-8 attending New York City public schools.
Professional Development
NYRR expertise crafted for coaches, P.E. teachers, and fitness and recreation leaders.
School Assembly
Inspire kids to strive to be their best in school, sports, fitness, and life with NYRR's “Olympic Mentality” presentation.
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