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 Winter Program 2024-2025

December 16th, 2024 - February 21, 2025** Athletes can join at any time during 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: 4:45pm trail run @Bear Creek

  • Tuesday: 5:30p Strength @ Golden Sports Performance- ***

  • Wednesday: 4:45pm track workout @ Green Mountain HS 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.

***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 November 23rd.

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.

Winter Program

Running with the Juniors helps runners in staying fit, running hard, and having fun through the wonderful winter weather. Training through the cold will help our brave, dedicated runners find success when track season arrives. During the Winter Program, the Peak Juniors team participates in local 5ks, as well as indoor (and outdoor) track meets. These races help to keep the long winter months of training fun, fresh, and fast! Similar to the importance of summer training for cross country success, winter training is the key to a fast and fantastic track season. This program is designed with long term athlete development in mind and transitions athletes from mobility and endurance focused strength training to explosiveness and power building in the weight room. With headlamps, gloves, and lots of layers, the Peak Juniors Winter Program is excited to brave the cold, build base fitness, and have fun together! 

Please note that athletes don’t need to run competitively to be part of the team. We welcome anyone with an interest in running or staying fit for other sports.