GTC Rabbits Youth Running-Fall Session
- Date Mon 8th September 2025 - Thu 13th November 2025
- Time 5:15PM EDT
- Location Greenville, South Carolina
- Price $50.00
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join the excitement this fall with the GTC Rabbits Youth Running Program, starting on Monday, September 8, 2025, and running through Thursday, November 13, 2025, in beautiful Greenville! This dynamic program is designed for children aged 7 to 14 and offers an incredible opportunity to engage in the joy of running, led by experienced coach Ashley Lavelle and a team of enthusiastic volunteer coaches.
Participants will enjoy expert coaching, regular group practices, and a chance to learn about essential running techniques, nutrition, and race strategies. Plus, each runner will receive a stylish Rabbits singlet and the chance to connect with guest speakers from the community. The program focuses on cross country and road running, with exciting races scheduled throughout the fall, including the BMW Performance Classic 2 miler on September 19 and the Spinx Run Fest 5K on October 25.
Practices will be held every Monday and Thursday at 5:15 PM at various locations, including Cleveland Park and Unity Park. Best of all, participation is free for Greenville Track Club members, and a family membership can be obtained for just $25. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity for your young athlete to develop their running skills and
Participants will enjoy expert coaching, regular group practices, and a chance to learn about essential running techniques, nutrition, and race strategies. Plus, each runner will receive a stylish Rabbits singlet and the chance to connect with guest speakers from the community. The program focuses on cross country and road running, with exciting races scheduled throughout the fall, including the BMW Performance Classic 2 miler on September 19 and the Spinx Run Fest 5K on October 25.
Practices will be held every Monday and Thursday at 5:15 PM at various locations, including Cleveland Park and Unity Park. Best of all, participation is free for Greenville Track Club members, and a family membership can be obtained for just $25. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity for your young athlete to develop their running skills and
Organiser's Description
The GTC Rabbits is the Youth Running Program for the Greenville Track Club. The mission is to provide an opportunity for young people to become involved in the world's oldest fitness endeavor.
The program will be directed and coached by Ashley Lavelle, an experienced middle school, high school, and college cross country and track coach. Ashley is a longtime Greenville Track Club member and is currently serving on the board of directors. Ashley will be accompanied by some amazing volunteer coaches: Alison Parris, Liz Evans, and John Hatfield, who also share a love of running and educating the youth. All coaches/volunteers are safe sport certified and back ground checked.
Rabbits Fall Session Information:
The Rabbits running group is FREE to Greenville Track Club members! If you are not a GTC member, you can purchase a family membership for $25 here: https://www.greenvilletrackclub.com/membership.html
OTHER DETAILS:
-The Rabbits include ages 7 through 14 years old
-Each child will receive:
* Expert coaching
* Regular group practices
* Rabbits Singlet
* An opportunity to hear from a variety of guest speakers in the community who will discuss proper running form, nutrition, race strategy, stretching/strengthening exercises, etc.
-The group will focus on essential running basics, while also having fun. The groups main focus this fall will be cross country and road running. Here is a potential race schedule for any kids who would like to race:
September 19 - BMW Performance Classic 2 miler (Space is limited)
October 11 - GE Cross Country Race 6K
October 25th - Spinx Run Fest 5K
November 15th - Zoom Through the Zoo 5K
December 13th - Santa Run (This will be after our fall session ends, but is always a fun race!)
-Participants should bring their enthusiasm for running, proper running shoes, and hydration to each practice.
-It is highly encouraged that parents are present at all running sessions, to assist with child/children should any issues arise.
FOR THE FALL SESSION, THE RABBITS WILL MEET MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT 5:15PM.
Practices will rotate between Cleveland Park, Unity Park, Greenville High School, and occasionally Furman University. Ashley will email the parents each week with the specific practice location. Please contact Ashley at [email protected] for any specific questions.
COSTS:
$50 or free to current Greenville Track Club members. Adult guardians, if they don't already have one, are encouraged to obtain a GTC family membership before registering to receive the $50 discount. Family memberships $25 for one year. https://runsignup.com/Club/Join/815
The program will be directed and coached by Ashley Lavelle, an experienced middle school, high school, and college cross country and track coach. Ashley is a longtime Greenville Track Club member and is currently serving on the board of directors. Ashley will be accompanied by some amazing volunteer coaches: Alison Parris, Liz Evans, and John Hatfield, who also share a love of running and educating the youth. All coaches/volunteers are safe sport certified and back ground checked.
Rabbits Fall Session Information:
The Rabbits running group is FREE to Greenville Track Club members! If you are not a GTC member, you can purchase a family membership for $25 here: https://www.greenvilletrackclub.com/membership.html
OTHER DETAILS:
-The Rabbits include ages 7 through 14 years old
-Each child will receive:
* Expert coaching
* Regular group practices
* Rabbits Singlet
* An opportunity to hear from a variety of guest speakers in the community who will discuss proper running form, nutrition, race strategy, stretching/strengthening exercises, etc.
-The group will focus on essential running basics, while also having fun. The groups main focus this fall will be cross country and road running. Here is a potential race schedule for any kids who would like to race:
September 19 - BMW Performance Classic 2 miler (Space is limited)
October 11 - GE Cross Country Race 6K
October 25th - Spinx Run Fest 5K
November 15th - Zoom Through the Zoo 5K
December 13th - Santa Run (This will be after our fall session ends, but is always a fun race!)
-Participants should bring their enthusiasm for running, proper running shoes, and hydration to each practice.
-It is highly encouraged that parents are present at all running sessions, to assist with child/children should any issues arise.
FOR THE FALL SESSION, THE RABBITS WILL MEET MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT 5:15PM.
Practices will rotate between Cleveland Park, Unity Park, Greenville High School, and occasionally Furman University. Ashley will email the parents each week with the specific practice location. Please contact Ashley at [email protected] for any specific questions.
COSTS:
$50 or free to current Greenville Track Club members. Adult guardians, if they don't already have one, are encouraged to obtain a GTC family membership before registering to receive the $50 discount. Family memberships $25 for one year. https://runsignup.com/Club/Join/815
Races
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GTC Rabbits Youth Running Group-Fall Session
Incl. Singlet
Mon 8th September 2025 (5:15PM EDT)
$50.00
Location: Coach Ashley will email the workout locations for each week. Please email: [email protected] for any questions.
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