The Columbia Track Club Summer Youth Program starts at 5:30 PM on June 3rd, 2026, making it accessible for athletes traveling into town without needing to arrive early morning. Held at 4303 S Providence Rd in Columbia, Missouri, the event features distances across the sprint and middle-distance spectrum: 50M, 100M, 200M, 400M, 800M, and 1 Mile. Entry is affordable at just $5.00 per athlete. This program provides a solid opportunity to compete on the track with a range of distance options suitable for different runner capabilities and training focuses.
From the Race Organizer
Columbia Track Club Summer Youth Program Registration Price: $5 per child | $10 maximum per family Time: 5:45 PM – 8:15 PM CDT Registration Opens: April 25, 2026 at 12:00 AM CDT Open to Ages: 3–18 Place: 4303 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65203 All event calls and instructions will be announced over the speaker system Registration Information Limited to the first 300 participants who register online No in-person registration Please register each child individually Family cap ($10) automatically applies at checkout Select “ Add New Registrant” → “Minor (Under 18)” Volunteer Registration Program Schedule (Wednesdays) June 3 – Arrive/Check-In: 5:30 PM | Warm-up: 6:00 PM | Start Time: 6:15 PM June 10 – Arrive/Check-In: 5:30 PM | Warm-up: 5:50 PM | Start Time: 6:00 PM June 17 – Arrive/Check-In: 5:30 PM | Warm-up: 5:50 PM | Start Time: 6:00 PM June 24 – Arrive/Check-In: 5:30 PM | Warm-up: 5:50 PM | Start Time: 6:00 PM Event Information & Age Groups Running Events: 50 yard Dash – Ages 3 & 4 (boys and girls are run separate / ages are run together) 100m Dash – Ages 4 & 5 (boys and girls are run separate/ ages are run together) 200m Dash – Ages 5+ (boys and girls alternate weeks / age groups are run separate) Week 1: Boys | Week 2: Girls | Week 3: Boys | Week 4: Girls 400m Run – Ages 6+ (boys and girls are run separate / age groups are run separate) 800m Run – Ages 6+ (boys and girls run together each week / ages are run together) 1 Mile Run – Ages 6+ (boys and girls together each week / ages are run together) Note: Each age group runs separately within each event except for the 800m and the 1 mile run. Bib Numbers All athletes in the 200m, 400m, 800m, and 1 Mile will wear bib numbers Volunteers will help place bibs during check-in Bibs are used to track results and ensure accurate ribbon placement Field Events (Best of 3 Attempts): Long Jump — Ages 4+ Week 1: Boys | Week 2: Girls | Week 3: Boys | Week 4: Girls Shot Put — Ages 5+ Week 1: Girls | Week 2: Boys | Week 3: Girls | Week 4: Boys Field events open after warm-ups and close when the 200m dash begins. Complete your attempts early in the evening if you are not running. Event Flow Order of Events : 50m → 100m → 800m → 200m → 400m → 1 Mile Warm-ups: 6:00 PM (June 3), 5:50 PM (all other dates) Field events run alongside races but close before the 200m Athletes in the 200m and longer events report to the ribbon/results table. We will have ribbons ready 15 minutes after finishing the event. Results All results will be posted on the Columbia Track Club website A QR code will be available on-site for quick access to results No paper results will be posted in the pavilion this year Please allow time after each event for results to be finalized and uploaded Awards 50m & 100m Dash: Ribbons given at the finish line All Other Events : Ribbons distributed 15 minutes after the conclusion of each event. For events that have more than one heat, we will have awards 15 minutes after the final heat of the event. Placement Ribbons : 1st–6th place per age group Rainbow Ribbon : For participants who do not place Age Groups for Ribbons: 3-4 (50m), 4-5, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, 14+ Program Rules Maximum of 3 events per participant Bib numbers are required for all athletes competing in the 200m, 400m, 800m, and 1 Mile Name tags are encouraged but not required this year Name tags are helpful for athletes in the 50m and 100m , but optional Bib numbers are not required if a participant is only competing in the 50m and/or 100 All participants must join warm-up sessions Track & field access limited to competitors and officials; spectators must remain in the stands except for the 50m and 100m. We will have a designated area for all parents / spectators near the finish of the 50m and the 100m. Parents may assist younger children in short sprint events if needed. No pets allowed Safety & Logistics First aid kits available Bathrooms will be open Water and cups provided (limited supply) Participants are strongly encouraged to bring their own water bottles to stay hydrated Volunteers assist with bib placement and event flow Weather Policy Events will be canceled in the case of lightning or heavy rain Updates will be posted on the Columbia Track Club Facebook page by 5:00 PM No make-up dates Stay Connected Website: columbiatrackclub.com Facebook: Columbia Track Club Facebook page
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When is Columbia Track Club Summer Youth Program 2026 — Columbia, MO?
Columbia Track Club Summer Youth Program 2026 — Columbia, MO takes place on June 3, 2026. The race is held in Columbia, Missouri.
Where is Columbia Track Club Summer Youth Program 2026 — Columbia, MO held?
Columbia Track Club Summer Youth Program 2026 — Columbia, MO is held at 4303 S Providence Rd in Columbia, Missouri.
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