Lightning Youth Academy

Academia de Atletismo

The Lightning Youth Academy, also operating under the name of Lightning Youth Running Club, is a non-profit tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization with the mission of helping and enriching youth runners in their lifestyle and their future through providing opportunities to learn more and achieve their goals. This includes supporting junior-age and high school athletes with guidance for their college dreams and supporting parents with positive parenting skills.

Lightning Youth Academy provides opportunities for youth athletes no matter the skill level.

With Lightning Youth Running Club, athletes have the opportunity to compete at both the local and national level.

Lightning Youth Academy y Lightning Youth Running Club es una organización de 501(c) (3) con la misión de ayudar y enriquecer a los niños/ñas y jóvenes corredores en su estilo de vida y futuro a través del aprendizaje y el logro. Eso incluye apoyar a los atletas de la escuela secundaria y preparatoria con orientación a la universidad y a los padres con herramientas positivas de crianza para atletas.

Lightning Youth Academy ofrece oportunidades para atletas juveniles ser parte de equipo sin importar el nivel de habilidad de correr.

Athletas de Lightning Youth Running Club tienen la oportunidad de participar en competiciones locales y al nivel nacional. 

Our Services

  • Running Camp

    Runners and parents participate in the annual high altitude training.

  • Workshops

    For runners: Learn running foundations.

    For Parents: Learn tools to support their athletes.

  • Running Coaching Clinics

    USA-TF certified coaches provide clinics to teach fundamental running and training for runners from 1K to marathon.

  • Recreational Running

    Youth Runner learns and develop fundamental running skills.

  • Competitive Running

    Youth Runners ages 5 though 18 race in local and national races through AAU or USA-TF.

  • Family Involvement

    Parents learn how to support their athletes and participate in family activities.