SPRING REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!

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.
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)

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday: 4:30-5:45pm
*we ask that athletes attend at least 2 of the 3 each week.
*No Practice 10/12 - 10/15 for Fall Break

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:

Youth
(Ages 7-14; grades 2-8)
$450 full season
Dates TBD

High School Training
(Grades 9–12)
Please inquire for prorated cost
Dates TBD

Youth
(Ages 7-18; grades 2-12)
$TBD
Dates TBD
Locations
For training, we will rotate between locations that are within 5-10 minutes of Southlands Shopping Center and Aurora Reservoir such as: Red Tailed Hawk Park, Boulder Park, Anchor Point Park, Fox Ridge Middle School, and Polk Park.
*Practices may be shifted/canceled when close to a race
**Training specifics are loaded into team app, available upon joining of the team.
***Subject to change
SESSION 1-
9/xx- EDT Great XC Pancake Race (Team scrimmage only)
9/xx- Colorado Coyote Invitational @ Dekoevand Park
10/xx- Boulder Mountain Warrior XC Challenge
10/11- EDT XC Showdown @ Aurora Sports Park (we host, please plan to attend!)
10/xx- EDT Hot Cocoa PR Chaser & Donut Relay
10/xx- CT Be Kind/Breast Cancer Run- 1 mile Road Race (Parents welcome/encouraged to participate)
11/xx- Kokopelli Invite; Colorado Springs
11/xx- Colorado Club XC Championships
11/XX- 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

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.

Mondays/Tuesdays/Thursdays: 4:20-5:30pm
Saturdays from 8:00-9:30am
*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)

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
Families/members are required to download our free team app. This is how we share information regarding news, updates, schedules, and changes during the season. The app is totally free and this is where you can find the season practice/meet schedule.
Daily at practice, athletes should always have: weather appropriate clothing, water bottle, digital wrist watch to keep time, and quality running shoes.
Visit our Team Gear page if you wish to see offerings for athletes and families. We take orders for the first week of each season and orders typically take about a week to deliver.
*Athletes who choose to participate in cross country/track races that we attend as a team must have a team racing jersey and either a hoodie or long sleeve warm-up shirt. These items are not required if only training and attending inter-squad races. We are happy to advise on racing shoes for those interested.
In order to practice with the team or participate in events, all athletes must be fully cleared which includes:
1) Registration form completed including the WAIVER AGREEMENT
2) Season Fees paid in full (see the season registration page you wish to join)
3) Refunds will only be given prior to the start of season due to staffing. Once season has started, there will be no refunds issued. Gear will be disbursed after payment is collected.
***Elevated Distance Training reserves the right to refuse or terminate its relationship with any athlete, at any time, for any reason, without promise of performance or resolution.