Youth Programs

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SUMMER TRACK CAMP

With over a decade of proven success developing beginner to elite athletes, Elmhurst Track and Field Club — The Speedsters — delivers accredited training systems inside a safe, positive, and high-energy environment. Our competitive culture builds fast, strong, confident athletes who fall in love with getting better.

Enjoyment comes first. Our coaches strategically challenge athletes while making sure they feel supported, encouraged, and proud of their growth at a higher standard. We push athletes to chase their potential while helping them recognize their strengths, build confidence, and gain clarity in who they’re becoming as competitors.

Practice Schedule:

Dates: June 9th – July 31st

Junior Speedsters (5th–8th Graders)
• Monday – Thursday 3:30 – 5pm

Varsity Speedster (High School Athletes)
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday at Elmhurst University 3:30-5pm
• Saturday sessions at Ignite Athletics 10am

(High school schedule is slightly different to better support training needs and development.)

Location: Elmhurst University, Langhorst Field

Early Bird Pricing Ends 3/31/2026

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INDOOR TRACK SEASON

Little Speedsters (1st-4th Grade)

This program introduces the fundamentals of track and field to young athletes. It is absolutely important for a young athlete to develop a union with their bodies early so they begin to build confidence in their skill.  A fun and encouraging environment allows athletes to confidently learn speed/running technique, full body awareness, develop hand-eye coordination, and naturally build strength. 

Junior Speedster (5th-8th Grade)

This program focuses on various drills and training methods that are essential to track and field; speed training, strength training, endurance, and explosive power. It is essential in this phase of development athletes learn the proper ways to run fast and jump high/far.  Along with advancement in development, athletes will also learn new methods of flexibility and multiple ways to prevent sport injury. As athletes are developing, they will also learn drills and exercises that challenge their critical thinking and mental clarity.

Varsity Speedster (9th-12th Grade)

This program is built to develop the speed, power, strength, and technical efficiency required to excel across multiple track and field events. Athletes receive elite-level coaching rooted in biomechanics and proven movement principles to maximize force production, sprint mechanics, and overall athletic performance.

Training focuses on building high-performance motor patterns, explosive ability, and event-specific execution so athletes can compete faster, stronger, and more efficiently at the highest level.

Training Days/Dates: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday (some on Tuesdays).

Training Dates: TBD

Please note training dates are subject to change due to York Athletic Schedule changes.

Time: 6:30 – 8:00PM

Location: York Community High School (Indoor Track – Fieldhouse)

Cost: TBD

Speedster Competition Dates: TBD

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Fall Youth Track & Field Preparation Program (6th – 8th Grade)

Success in track and field starts long before the first meet. This program is a critical foundation for any young athlete looking to excel in the sport.

Designed specifically for youth athletes, our training develops the four pillars of athletic performance: speed, strength, endurance, and explosive power. These elements aren’t optional—they’re required to compete confidently, stay injury-free, and thrive in the high-demand environment of track and field.

Whether your athlete is new to the sport or preparing for their best season yet, this program builds the physical readiness they need to perform at their highest level.

Program Includes: 

• Speed Training 
• Plyometric training
• Body weight strength & conditioning  
• Balance, Coordination and Stability 
• Resistance training

Training Dates: August 11th – October 10th 2025

Days: Monday – Friday

Time: 4:30 or 6:00PM (4:30p only on Fridays)

Location: Ignite Athletes, 263 N York Rd Elmhurst 60126, Basement

Cost: $499