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Run with Purpose.
Stride Together.

A community-based running club for youth athletes — building healthy lifestyles, friendships, confidence, and competitors.

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Join the Fall XC Season

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Fall Cross Country Season is here!

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Our 9-week program introduces youth athletes to Cross Country running while building real aerobic fitness. We'll explore new trails, splash through creeks, and play plenty of games along the way, because running should be fun.

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Whether your young athlete has never laced up for a race or is looking to have their best cross country season yet, this is the perfect place to start. Runners will develop fitness, discover a love for the sport, and race in the Volcano League for their school and other local race opportunities, all with the guidance of experienced coaches.

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Practice Details

  • Start Date: TBD (estimated 9/1 or 9/8, 2026

  • Tuesdays, 6:00–7:00pm @ Sequoia Middle School Track

  • Saturdays, 7:30–9:00am @ Various Local Running Trails

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This program is designed to complement the existing Volcano League cross country season.

A PROUD SISTER CLUB OF CHICO STRIDERS — UNITED BY THE SAME MISSION, VALUES, AND LOVE OF THE RUN —

The Mission Driving Every Stride

NorCal Striders is a community-based non-profit running club established to support the local running community and youth athletes at all levels of the sport.

 

Our mission is to:

  • Promote a healthy lifestyle through running

  • Provide coaching, support and friendship among our members

  • Promote confidence, community, and purpose for all members

  • Support our members as they organize and compete at a competitive level.

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What We Do

We promote healthy lifestyles through running, specialized coaching, and unwavering support. We foster meaningful friendships and provide the guidance every young athlete needs to find their unique pace and stick with it.

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Why We Do It

We believe in building more than just speed. Our focus is on cultivating confidence, community, and a deep sense of purpose in young athletes, preparing them for success both on the field and in their personal lives.

The Complete Strider

Physical
  • Endurance
  • Speed
  • Strength
  • Good Form
  • Trail Running
  • Breathing
Mental
  • Positive Mindset
  • Goal Oriented
  • Confident
  • Resilient
  • Mental Toughness
  • Love of Running
Teamwork
  • Sportsmanship
  • Run 4 Fun
  • Leadership
  • Inclusive
  • Supportive
Nutrition & Health
  • Healthy Foods
  • Hydration
  • Sleep
  • Recovery
  • Injury Prevention
  • Warm Up & Cool Down
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