Queen City Striders - Houghton

Meeting 2 days per week for 5 weeks (Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30pm), a team of coaches led by Queen City Running Company - Houghtons Youth Program Coordinator, Clayton Sayen, will be providing a positive atmosphere where athletes can be inspired and motivated through the discipline of running. We will break down the fundamental skills of running to meet the needs of all those participating. Our techniques will be taught through specific stretching, drills, bodyweight strength exercises, and of course RUNNING! Our Mission is to provide a positive atmosphere where youth athletes can be inspired and motivated through the discipline of running. Additionally our youth will learn the principles of leadership, respect, and teamwork as well as portraying healthy habits to last a lifetime. Included in our program is 10 1-hour sessions, post practice snacks, program T-Shirt, and discounted entries into the races listed below! Located at the Houghton High School Track our camp will feature drills and activities located on the track, turf, and the state-of-the-art Michigan Tech Trails. Parents are welcome to spectate their kids participation in the camp activities! Any general questions regarding the program are encouraged to be asked! Please reach our the program director, Clayton Sayen, at cmsayenmtu.edu for any questions! First day of Camp: June 22nd Last day of Camp: July 22nd All participants will receive discounted entries into the following races. Discount codes will be given out to the parents prior to the events! - Spring Awakening Kids Dash : Saturday, May 16th 10:00 AM - FREE - Canal Run 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk : Saturday, July 18th 9:20am - FREE *Please read the event descriptions for our group level breakdowns can be found under Event Info*