INDOOR TRACK SEASON
Junior Speedster (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.
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.
Speedster & Junior Speedster Training Days/Dates: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday (exact dates below – added dates below (some on Tuesdays)
October: 16th, 17th, 21st, 23rd*, 24th*, 28th*, 30th*, 31st*
November: 4th, 6th, 7th, 11th, 13th, 14th, 18th*, 20th*, 21st*, 25, 26
December: 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 9th*, 11th, 16th*, 18th
Please note training locations vary based availability of the York Indoor Track, dates in bold and with an asterisk will be held at Ignite Athletics (address below – practice end at 7:30 when at Ignite)
Time: 6:30 – 8:00PM
Location: Ignite Athletes and York Community High School (Indoor Track)
Cost: $499 – Registration Closes 10/14
Speedster Competition Dates: All Speedster Athletes will be available to compete, parents will be required to inform coaches if their son/daughter DOES NOT want to compete.
December 7th: Gately Park Open
- Time: 10am – 4pm
- Location: 10201 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
December 14th: Rockford F.I.R.E. Indoor TF Invitational 2024
- Time: 9am-4pm
- Location: Auburn High School | 5110 Auburn Street — Rockford, IL
December 21st: Legacy Runners Purple Smoke Holiday Invite
- Time: TBD
- Location: Olivet Nazarene University, 506 Kelley St, Bourbonnais, IL 60914
December 27th & 28th: AAU Northern Indoor National
- Time: Dependent on Events and Days
- Location: 10201 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
FALL SPEED & STRENGTH CAMP (6th – 8th Grade)
This program is design to build general physical attributes for track and field; speed training, strength training, endurance, and explosive power. It is essential to prepare athletes for the rigors of track and field by building the foundational pieces that are required to perform well.
Program Includes:
- Speed Training
- Plyometric training
- Balance, Coordination and Stability
- Body weight strength & conditioning
- Resistance training
Training Dates: August 12th – October 10th 2024
Days: Monday – Thursday
Time: 4:30 or 5:30PM
Location: Ignite Athletes, 263 N York Rd Elmhurst 60126, Basement
Cost: $399
SUMMER TRACK CAMP
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.
Program Includes:
- Speed Training
- Plyometric training
- Balance, Coordination and Stability
- Body weight strength & conditioning
- Resistance training
- Specific fundamentals of various track and field events (Sprints, Hurdles, Horizontal Jumps)
Training Dates: TBD 2025
Time: TBD 2025
Competition Dates: TBD 2025
Elmhurst Resident Registration:
Non-Elmhurst Resident Registration: