FAQ's

What are the specific location addresses?

Victor Ashe Park :

11372 Co Rd 97, Conifer, CO 80433. First Parking lot on the right by the playground.

Alcoa Greenway (Trail Parking/ Old Knox HWY)

Williams Mill Rd and 33

The Yates':

668 Martin Mill Pike

Rockford TN 37853

Other

What age does my child need to be to participate?

MMXC serves kiddos ages 5 years to 18 years old. However, there are some race/practice restrictions please reach out for more info. email michele@ruggedrunning.com for more info.

How are your practices structured?

We focus on holistic, age appropriate , quality not quantity training. We will divide into different age/ability groups at most practices, begin with a dynamic warm up, run workouts such as hills, tempos, intervals, racing, games, and end with a cool down. Indoor practices focus on agility and strength. Prizes, treats, and fun are included!

What does my child wear/bring?

Please dress your kiddos for the appropriate weather! The weather can be unpredictable, layers, rain gear, and trail/road running type shoes are needed! They may also be interested in getting race xc spike shoes. click

Races- If registered in time, you will be issued your child's tank top and shorts. Warm ups can be purchased additionally. However, just be sure they are prepared for weather!

What distances do the kids race?

The children run in two years increments during the fall cross-country season.

<8 Years Old – 2 kilometers

9-10 Years Old – 3 kilometers

11-12 Years Old – 3 kilometers

13-14 Years Old – 4 kilometers

14-18 Years Old- 5 kilometers

TRACK SEASONS- Indoor/Some Outdoor: 200m/400m/800m/1500m/Mile/Long Jump.

My child is new to running and not fast; can they still join? Or Try Out?

Yes! We all have to start somewhere! Please email michele@ruggedrunning.com MMXC subject line to talk more and for "try out" days.

How often do you cancel practice due to bad weather?

Rarely. Runners need to be used to all the elements for race days. However, We communicate through our team app, Sportsyou for EVERYTHING! Please download it once you receive your invite!

Should my child have a watch?

We understand that some kiddos are a bit too young to even tell time! However, it's never to early to start. I'd recommend a cheaper sport version like Timex for those children, whereas they get older and apple, Garmin, investment may be wise!

How Much is Registration and what is the break down?

$100
We are primarily a Volunteer based program.
Fees pay for:

Insurance
Non-Profit fees
Jersey