PEAK Juniors Program

PEAK Juniors Program

The PEAK Juniors Program is focused on Elementary and Middle School athletes who are actively looking for racing opportunities and desire taking a step up in their training. Juniors have two major seasons with Cross Country in the fall culminating with Junior Olympic XC Nationals in Early December. In the spring and summer we prepare for racing track races with the season culminating with Junior Olympic Track Nationals in late June. Since 2017, the PEAK Juniors program has produced 30+ All Americans ( top 25 in the US by age group) for the Track and in Cross Country. Our coaching team is focused on creating an environment of growth and progression for athletes just entering the sport and athletes that have competed at the national level. As most athletes are developing and growing their love in practice for many sports we follow a quarterly training calendar that allows athletes to commit at a level that allows them to give themselves to all of their pursuits. As a program truly focused on young athlete development we believe that our Juniors program is an introduction to the sport of running, focused training, and building skills that will serve them as they follow their training dreams

Building Stronger Athletes

For many years there was a myth that strength training at a young age would stunt a young athletes growth. After 7+ years of putting young bodies in a controlled environment with a focus on progressing the basics, and encourage athletes to focus on being controlled, skilled, and deliberate in their practice we have seen great success. The weight room is a place where young runners can build more than strength, they can build confidence with every rep. Lead by Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach Katie Whidden - each session is focused on progressing the basics. We’re not focused on being flashy or hiding behind complicated words - we’re here to develop an athletes skillset so they can grow and become athletes that know how to move around a weight room with confidence.

To build stronger, more capable athletes - we have our Juniors athletes in the weight room weekly on Tuesday evenings.

Juniors Summer Program 2025

May 27, 2025-August 1, 2025*
(*No practice on July 4th)

Athletes can join at any time throughout the season.

3 Days of Structured running ( 2 trail runs, 1 track workout), 1 day of strength

Practice Schedule- all practices in Golden & Lakewood area

  • Monday: 7:30am trail run @ Bear Creek Lake Park
  • Tuesday: 5:30p Strength @ Golden Sports Performance- ***
  • Wednesday: 7:30am track workout @  Green Mountain HS Track
  • Friday: 7:30am trail run @ Golden Library

Cost: Dependent on the number of days per week. We offer between 1 to 4 days a week of practice. Please click register here below to see those options.

***Strength training included for 2,3, and 4 day package. If your athlete ONLY wants to participate in strength training please go to https://www.goldensportsperformance.com/ for options.

We are offering a 10% discount if you sign up by April 30th, 2025.

Please note that Instead of paying the full balance at once payment can be broken into installment payments. This option will be provided upon checkout.

Juniors Fall Program 2025

Session 1- August 4th - October 10th, 2025 **
3 Days of Structured running ( 2 trail runs, 1 track workout), 1 day of strength

Practice Schedule- all practices in Golden & Lakewood area

  • Monday: 4:45pm trail run @ Bear Creek Lake until August 31st then Green Mountain

  • Tuesday: 5:30p Strength @ Golden Sports Performance* only for athletes age 9 and older

  • Wednesday: 4:45pm track workout @ Bell Middle School Track

  • Friday: 4:45pm trail run @ South Table

Cost: Dependent on the number of days per week. We offer between 1 to 4 days a week of practice. Please click register here below to see those options.

For session 1 we are offering a 10% discount if you sign up by July 15th.

Please note that instead of paying the full balance at once payment can be broken into installment payments. This option will be provided upon checkout.

Summer 2025 Program

Join us for an exciting summer of running! Our program is designed for both beginner and competitive young athletes who have an interest in running and want to build strength, endurance, and confidence. With a focus on preparing for a strong cross-country season, athletes will develop proper running form, pacing strategies, and race-day skills in a fun and supportive environment.

In addition to cross-country training, there will be opportunities to race in outdoor track events, giving runners valuable competition experience. Whether your child is looking to improve their fitness, set new personal records, or simply enjoy running with a team, this program is the perfect way to stay active and motivated all summer long!

Fall program

Our favorite time of year for running is fall, when we focus on distance training for cross country. Think crisp days on dirt trails or a track in the Colorado foothills as the backdrop for groups of giggling 6 to 14 year olds connected by their love of the outdoors and challenging yet fun workouts. 

Our juniors team participates in a number of meets across the front range in September and October to prepare for the State, Regional, and National Cross Country meets in November and early December. Cross country is a team sport and athletes qualify for the juniors national meet as either individuals or as teams by age group. We are always focused on participating as a team - every point counts! Our junior athletes don’t need to break records to be part of the team (although we have many who do) and participation in meets is never required. We welcome anyone with an interest in running.

If comradery, curiosity, excellence, gratitude and ownership are values that speak to you, Peak Performance Running could be a great fit!