NYRR Youth Programs

When you encourage kids to move, you'll inspire them to soar.

In response to the COVID-19 crisis, America’s youth need an active lifestyle and resources that promote social-emotional learning, now more than ever before.

Working together, we can ensure youth build the skills, confidence, and desire to be physically active for life, which are key elements of lifelong well-being.

At New York Road Runners, we believe in the power of activity to keep children physically and mentally strong. We get kids moving to help them develop lifelong physical, and social-emotional skills.

Rising New York Road Runners for Educators

Events and Resources for Families

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In School and Out of School

Rising New York Road Runners is a free physical activity program designed for schools, after school programs, community centers and running clubs, nationwide. We train PE teachers, classroom teachers, counselors and coaches to implement the program, and provide resources for virtual and blended teaching. Rewards for kids are built in to keep them moving and improving.

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Online Resources

Participation in Rising New York Road Runners includes free access to PLAYBuilder, our online bank of research-based activities that supports the physical development of kids as they grow and progress. Find standards-based activities, games, and lesson plans to easily integrate into your physical education instruction or coaching sessions, that support social distancing.

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Rising New York Road Runners Events

Rising New York Road Runners events combine fitness activities, short dashes, and races to give kids a fun and rewarding experience designed to build the confdence they need to cross any finish line. Our free and fun events are now available at home through a new series of virtual events, including Virtual Races, and Virtual Challenges that feature engaging games, led by world-class athletes, that the whole family can do together at home.

All Youth Events

Teaching Resources

ALL TEACHING RESOURCES

Guided Run with Jenny

Updated content that follows new health and safety guidelines for the traditional PE setting are now available on PLAYBuilder.

Dance Fitness

For classes in need of fitting in PE and physical activity into the classroom setting, PLAYBuilder offers activities that students can do from the safety of their own desks.

Dice Fitness Madness with Rudy

PLAYBuilder and Active at Home offer engaging activities led by pro athletes that are available to share with your students to fulfill crucial PE lessons while learning remotely.

36-Minute Session with Aliphine

Full PE sessions for students to follow along with at home or in the classroom are now available on PLAYBuilder and Active at Home.

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

All you need to reach your potential as a runner is a good pair of running shoes. Each month, Rising New York Road Runners distributes up to 1,800 pairs of shoes to kids in partnership with New Balance through the 1 for You 1 for Youth program.

Join Rising New York Road Runners as a school or community center today and you will have the opportunity to receive shoes for your kids.

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 an introduction into the importance of living a healthy and active lifestyle.