NYRR Youth Programs

It's never too early to build confidence and motivation that lasts a lifetime.

Rising New York Road Runners is designed to develop movement skills in kids of all ages and abilities through a mix of running and fitness activities. Here, kids build confidence, gain motivation, and fuel their desire to stay active.

Rising New York Road Runners is free and available to schools, community centers, and after-school programs in NYC and nationwide.

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Teacher Stories

Together, NYRR and teachers got nearly 250,000 kids moving this year, in New York City and nationwide. Here are some of their stories.

Rising New York Road Runners Events

Our Rising New York Road Runners events combine structured running with fitness activities to give kids a fun and rewarding experience, so they want to continue to be active for the rest of their lives.

All Youth Events

Rising New York Road Runners at the Washington Heights Salsa, Blues, and Shamrocks 5K - Stage 2

Sun, March 01, 2020
08:00 AM

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Rising New York Road Runners at the United Airlines NYC Half - Stage 2

Central Park- Sun, March 15, 2020
08:50 AM

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Rising New York Road Runners Jamboree presented by TCS - Stage 2

Sat, April 25, 2020
11:30 AM

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Teaching Resources

ALL TEACHING RESOURCES

Elementary School

Pre-Run Breathing

A warm-up activity that focuses and energizes kids, reminds them to breathe consistently, and helps them breathe better.

High School

Bad Form/Good Form

A form exercise that teaches and reinforces efficient running technique.

High School

Butterfly Stretch

A static stretch for the inner thighs, hips, and groin.

High School

Squats

A strength training exercise for the quads, glutes, hamstrings, and core.

Youth Initiatives

Rising New York Road Runners Youth Ambassadors

Speaking up in stride! This opportunity helps youth eager to explore public speaking improve their presentation and communication skills through workshops, then allows them to showcase their accomplishments through speaking engagements at special NYRR events including the TCS New York City Marathon.

Rising New York Road Runners Wheelchair Training Program

A free, year-round opportunity for youth with physical disabilities ages 6-21, offering weekly training sessions, in-school resources, and competitive road and track events.

1 for You 1 for Youth

There’s nothing like a pair of brand new running shoes! Purchase a pair at the NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the NB Run Hub, and New Balance will donate another pair to a NYRR youth participant.

NYRR Run for the Future

This free program for young women in 11th grade focuses on running technique, developing healthy body image, and goal setting. This exciting opportunity is designed for those who have not previously participated in organized sports and offers a $2,000 college scholarship to participants upon completion.