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Fall Cross Country- 2026

Overview

Season Structure

Season Structure

Our fall cross country program is designed for athletes ages 7-18, from brand-new runners to elite competitors. EDT offers a supportive, growth-focused environment that develops confidence, skills, and performance — while also providing high-level training for advanced athletes.Train for cross country and track races while building endurance, speed, and race-day confidence. Athletes will  compete in cross country races as well as a few potential road/track events. 


Join Anytime

We welcome athletes at any point in the season.
Don’t wait — come run with EDT!

*Sibling Discount: $100 off each additional athlete (full season only; not applicable for high school prep option or prorated dues)

Season Structure

Season Structure

Season Structure

  • 12 full weeks of  individualized and age-appropriate training by our expert coaching staff. 
  • 3 in-person practices/week: 

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday: 4:30-5:45pm 

*we ask that athletes attend at least 2 of the 3 each week. 

  • An optional  weekly plan catered to age/abilities consisting of strength training, core, plyometrics, and additional runs, as appropriate. 
  • Additional in-person emphasis/education on strength, nutrition, mental preparedness, and race tactics.
  • A concentrated focus on  data  through performance metrics and race goals


*No Practice 10/12 - 10/15 for Fall Break



Philosophy

Season Structure

Philosophy

EDT fosters growth and confidence in new and developing runners, while creating an environment of excellence for elite-level athletes. Training emphasizes effort, accountability, and enjoyment of the sport.
 

Please reach out with questions or for more details about joining our program.


Prerequisites:

  1. Age 7+
  2. Genuine interest in running and improving
  3. Ability to run 800m (½ mile) without walking

Youth

Nationals/PostSeason

Philosophy

Youth 

(Ages 7-14; grades 2-8)  

$450 full season
Dates TBD

  • Full-season distance development, race preparation, and speed work

High School

Nationals/PostSeason

Nationals/PostSeason

High School Training

 (Grades 9–12) 

Please inquire for prorated cost
Dates TBD

  • We welcome high school athletes to join us once their high school season is completed, or to supplement as appropriate. 


Nationals/PostSeason

Nationals/PostSeason

Nationals/PostSeason

Youth/High School

(Ages 7-18; grades 2-12)  

$TBD
Dates TBD

  • Youth= AAU Nationals
  • High School= NXR/NXN  and/or AAU
  • See Below For Full Details

Training

We rotate between the following SE Aurora Locations

Red Tailed Hawk Park

Boulder Park

Anchor Point Park

Fox Ridge Middle School

Polk Park 


*Practices may be shifted/canceled when close to a race

**Training specifics are loaded into the team app, available upon joining the team.

***Subject to change


Racing Schedule


SESSION 1-

9/12- EDT Great XC Pancake Race 

9/27- Colorado Coyote Invitational @ Dekoevand Park 

10/3- Boulder Mountain Warrior XC Challenge

10/11- EDT XC Showdown @ Aurora Sports Park (we host, please plan to attend!)

10/17- Kokopelli Invite; Colorado Springs

10/26- CT Be Kind/Breast Cancer Run- 1 mile Road Race (Parents welcome/encouraged to participate)

11/7- EDT Hot Cocoa PR Chaser & Donut Relay

11/14- Colorado Club XC Championships 


11/21- Nike Cross Regionals (NXR) for High School Athletes; Phoenix, AZ


12/5- AAU Nationals; Tallahassee, FL


*dates/events are subject to change 

**race registration fees not included in season dues


Session 2/Nationals : Dates TBD

Overview

Postseason Structure

Postseason Structure

Ready to take your experience to the next level?
Join us for Session 2 of the cross country season! This portion is for athletes of ALL ages and abilities, but they must plan to  travel to Nationals in Tallahassee , FL on December 5th.


This is where the real fun happens, where bonds grow stronger, and memories are made. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it!  


This portion of the season is not intended for athletes new to running; instead for those who have trained with EDT or a different program in the fall. 

Postseason Structure

Postseason Structure

Postseason Structure

  • 4 Weeks of expert-level coaching and training, geared towards peaking/performing at the AAU National Championships
  • 4 in-person practices/week

Mondays/Tuesdays/Thursdays: 4:20-5:30pm 

Saturdays from 8:00-9:30am 

  • Cost of session INCLUDES registration fee for AAU National Championships on Dec. 5th in Tallahasee, FL. 


*Travel accommodations not included

**High School athletes welcome/encouraged to join for Session 2

***Athletes must complete full training session to compete at Nationals (they cannot only race)

Registration

Postseason Structure

Registration

Cost- $250/Athlete


*All session 2 athletes will need to purchase a separate  AAU membership to participate at the national meet. Details sent separately.  


REGISTRATION ONLY OPEN FROM 10/11-11/1. 

Athletes will not be permitted to join the Nationals team/trip after 11/1/2026

Register for Postseason

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