These are great training programs for 6th-12th graders for the Steamboat 4k fun run (~2.5 miles) or the 4 mile race on June 16. Training programs begin the week of April 1st.
Rising Steam focuses on beginning runners and walkers, 6th-12th graders. Rising Steam puts participants of similar abilities together with motivated and understanding volunteer coaches. The unique part of Rising Steam is the parental/guardian involvement. Parents and guardians are invited to participate in Rising Steam with their child or parents and guardians can participate in Building Steam while their child participates in Rising Steam. Running and walking is a great activity for families to participate together.
Scouting Steam, a six year old proven program, helps prepare Boy Scouts not only for the Steamboat Classic Race, but helps them to complete their Personal Fitness Merit Badge, which is required for Eagle Scout. Scouting Steam puts participants of similar abilities together with motivated and understanding volunteer coaches. Scouting Steam also works in conjunction with Rising Steam which focuses on youth in the 6th – 12th grade.
For more info, visit www.steamboatclassic.org