Zephyrs Middle School Running Club

Zephyrs Middle School Running Club

"All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them."

- Walt Disney

The mission statement of the Zephyrs program is to build a foundation mentally and physically for middle school-age runners. The program was designed as a preseason training for middle school cross country specifically. We are passionate about the philosophy and very passionate that we teach these kids to train properly and advocate for themselves as high school and adult runners.

Join the Zephyrs Middle School Running Club this summer and work on a wide variety of skills and knowledge including:

Speed work, Technique, Strength, Teamwork, Pacing, Volume building, Nutrition, Sleep,

and everything else the running world has to offer a young athlete...

Dates: Monday, June 10th - Friday August 9th

The club meets 3 days a week - Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 7:30am - 9am. Meeting locations are different daily:

Monday: Lippold Park

Wednesday: Lundahl Middle School

Friday: Veteran Acres

Highlights of the Summer Camp:

*Athletes receive a Zephyrs Running Club t-shirt

*Athletes are given the chance to enter The Patriot Run 5k (for an extra fee) if they so desire (not required)

*Workouts designed specifically for each athlete. This IS NOT one size fits all!

*Video Analysis performed on each athlete to fine tune running technique.

*Special guest speakers from The Running Depot, a personal trainer, and a registered dietician!

*Plenty of competition to go around, including a team relay race to finish off the season!

*The last day always include a special fun run with plenty of sweet treats!

Meet Your Coaches!

Coach Megan (Left)

Hi! My name is Megan Sloan and this will be my 3rd year coaching the Zephyrs Summer Running Club alongside Coach Brenda. I love helping kids find the same passion for running that I found at their age. Running can teach more life lessons than most people realize, and being apart of that process is truly wonderful. I believe that the runners heart knows no age and when it comes time to lace up your shoes, I'll be right by their side!

Coach Brenda (Right)

Hi! My name is Brenda Napholz and this will be my 18th year coaching the Zephyrs Summer Running Club. I love everything about the Zephyr Philosophy and watching the young athletes incorporate running into building resilience, character, and goal setting. At the end of the day, I really just love the athletes because they are individually amazing and running is a great way to challenge, find yourself, and build confidence.

Registration opening March 1st, 2024!

If you are interested in an early registration discount, email coach Megan megan.sloan@smithptplus.com for your unique coupon code.