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The Appleseeds Youth Running Program is a welcoming environment for elementary, middle school, and high school aged children to engage in the sport of running. Whether it be recreational or competitive, we hope to spark an interest in running that will last a lifetime. Come run with us!
The Summer Running Club is an 8-week program designed to provide the groundwork for physical fitness as well as teamwork and sportsmanship. Our practices are a mixture of education, running, and games.
We have two sessions available at each practice. The first session is geared towards elementary aged kids (10 and under) and will be a more laid-back, game-based curriculum. The second session is a more structured, training-based program aimed at the middle and high school age groups (11+). The age breakdowns are just a guideline, you are welcome to pick the session that makes the most sense for your child.
Feel free to reach out to Club Director, Lynn Marbach, with any questions at Lynn@3riversrunning.com.
Appleseeds Summer Running Club practices take place at Shoaff Park, located at: 6401 St Joe Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46835. We meet by the Conklin Pavilion each Monday and Wednesday beginning June 8th.
SCHEDULE:
2026 PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
June 8th thru July 29th - Monday and Wednesday evenings
Session 1: 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Session 2: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
2026 RACE SCHEDULE: Our summer program includes one one track race, one road race, and one cross-country race.
June 26th: Track Meet @ Friday Night Spikes
July 17th: XC Race @ Dekalb High School
July 18th: Road Race @ Pufferbelly Run, Walk, Stroll
PRICING:
Regular registration: $135
Family discounts apply!
BENEFITS:
Guidance from experienced coaches
Two practices per week
Entries into the 3 club races; 1 track race, 1 cross country race, & 1 road race
Appleseeds T-Shirt
Appleseeds Singlet
Special discount on running shoes
Learn from experienced coaches and athletes at the Appleseeds Summer Track Camp! Choose your own adventure and get in depth with the technical event of your choice. This camp emphasizes the field part of Track & Field. It's a great opportunity for kids who are interested in all track has to offer or those who are already serious about their chosen event and want to delve in deeper and hone their skills.
This 3-day track camp focuses specifically on the following technical events:
Throws
Long Jump
High Jump
Hurdles
Pole Vault
Due to the nature of these field events, there is a minimum age requirement of 10 years for Hurdles and Pole Vault. High Jump, Long Jump, and Throws are available for ages 5 to 18.
Make sure to register for the event in which your child would like to participate.
CAMP SCHEDULE:
Tuesday, June 23rd: 8:00 am to 10:00 am
Wednesday, June 24th: 8:00 am to 10:00 am
Thursday, June 25th: 8:00 am to 10:00 am
LOCATION:
Woodlan Jr/Sr High School located at 17215 Woodburn Rd. in Woodburn, IN.
TRACK MEET:
Thursday Night Spikes Meet
Thursday, June 25th, 5:00 pm
New Haven High School
PRICING: $50
BENEFITS:
3 x 2 hour practices with expert coaches and experienced athletes
Camp t-shirt
Entry into Thursday Night Spikes meet on June 25th
Reach out to Camp Director, Lynn Marbach, with any questions at Lynn@3riversrunning.com.
Appleseeds Cross Country is a competitive cross country racing team. Our team is open to kids going into Kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. We compete in several meets throughout the course of the season, which are outlined below. Appleseeds welcomes kids from all schools in the area as well as kids who are homeschooled.
We have 3 age groups: elementary school, middle school, and high school. Elementary athletes will race 1 mile, middle schoolers will race 3k, and high schoolers will race 5k.
The race schedules will differ between age groups. Please make sure you register for the appropriate level based on your child's age. The grades are denoted in parentheses next to the name of the level.
We will practice Monday and Wednesday evenings beginning August 10th through September 30th. Please note: we will be running at Franke Park for all practices this season.
Feel free to reach out to Club Director, Lynn Marbach, with any questions at Lynn@3riversrunning.com.
PRACTICE:
Monday & Wednesday - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Franke Park - 1750 Goshen Rd.
PRICING:
Regular registration: $135
Family discounts apply!
BENEFITS:
Guidance from experienced coaches
Two practices a week
Asics team singlet and shorts
Appleseeds t-shirt
Special discount on running shoes
Entries for all races
Feel free to reach out to Club Director, Lynn Marbach, with any questions at Lynn@3riversrunning.com.
The Appleseeds Track Camp is an introduction into the world of Track & Field for kids of all ages. The camp is open to all school aged kids (Kindergarten - Senior). Our camp sessions will be a mix of education, running, and technical events. Campers will experience jumps, hurdles, relays, distance, and sprints.
Kids will be in groups with others their age and will go to 5 stations per practice with their groups. The stations are led by experienced athletes and coaches.
STATIONS:
Sprints and technique
Distance - running workout
High Jump
Long Jump
Hurdles
PRACTICE SCHEDULE:
Monday, December 28th: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tuesday, December 29th: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Wednesday, December 30th: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
We will be competing in the Indiana Runner Indoor Opener track meet at Taylor University. Each camper will receive a free entry for one event in the meet.
BENEFITS:
3 x 2 hr practices
Guidance from experienced Track & Field coaches and athletes
Camp T-shirt
Entry for one event at Indiana Runner Opener Meet
Our camp takes place at Turnstone's Plassman Athletic Center located at 3320 N Clinton St.
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