Summer offerings

Elementary, Middle, and High School Options

Youth

Grades 2-8; ages 7-14
May 11-Aug 1
$450 full season
To see more information on our Youth program CLICK HERE

High School

Grades 9-12
May 11-Aug 1
$450 full season
This option will have a more individualized approach that works with athletes to develop and maintain speed & endurance, while preparing for the upcoming fall high school cross country season.
For more information on our High School program CLICK HERE

High School Prep

Grades 8-12
May 11- June 20
$250 half season
This is intended for athletes who plan to transition to their high school programs mid-June, or wish to train with EDT to attend Nike Outdoor Nationals.

Practices:

3 in-person practices/week:

May: 4:30–5:45pm (Mon / Tue / Thu)

June & July: 8:00–9:15am (Mon / Tue / Thu)

In-person focus on strength, nutrition, mental prep, and race tactics
Data-driven training: performance metrics and race goal tracking

High school and upper level middle school athletes will be given additional supplemental and individualized workouts as part of their complete training plan.

**Select which season/option on registration form.

Summer Track- 2026

Overview

Season Structure

Summer Program (Ages 7-18)
Whether new to running or an elite athlete, EDT provides a supportive, growth-focused environment to build confidence, skills, and performance. Train for distance events (800m to 5k) while improving endurance, speed, and race-day readiness. Each season offering numerous opportunities to race, both locally and nationally.

Join Anytime – Start training with us whenever you’re ready!

Sibling Discount: $100 off each additional athlete (full season only; excludes high school prep/prorated dues)

Season Structure

Schedule/Training

13 full weeks of individualized, age-appropriate coaching
3 in-person practices/week:

May: 4:30–5:45pm (Mon / Tue / Thu)

June & July: 8:00–9:15am (Mon / Tue / Thu)

Optional weekly plan: strength, core, plyometrics, and extra runs tailored to ability
In-person focus on strength, nutrition, mental prep, and race tactics
Data-driven training: performance metrics and race goal tracking

Philosophy

Season Structure

Philosophy

Elevated Distance Training (EDT)
EDT builds confidence and growth for new runners while pushing elite athletes to excel. Our programs, including specialized spring sessions, focus on effort, accountability, and enjoyment—while focusing on distance track events.

Prerequisites:

Age 7+
Genuine interest in running and improvement
Ability to run 800m (½ mile) without walking

Contact us for full program details or help choosing the right training block for your athlete.

Training

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

Racing

5/29- Denver Athletics Twilight #1 : The Premier @ Englewood HS

6/11- EDT Team Race

6/19- Denver Athletics Twilight #2: The Sequel @ Englewood HS

6/18-6/21- Nike Outdoor Nationals @ Eugene, OR (qualification meet)

6/25- EDT Team Race

7/10- Denver Athletics Twilight #3: The Finale @ Englewood HS

7/16- EDT Team Race/Pool Party

7/xx- Colorado Club Championships @ Englewood HS (likely 7/24 or 7/25)

*Schedule dates/events subject to change

**Details on events loaded into Team App; available upon joining