YMCA 10k Training Team

YMCA 10k Training Team

Training: February 7 - April 11 / Race Day April 18

LET'S TRAINING TOGETHER FOR RVA'S 10K! Train In-Person or Virtually

2026 YMCA 10k Training Team

Price: $60 (increases after December 1, 2025 at 12:10am EST)

Open to ages 6+.

2026 YMCA 10k Training Team + 2 10ks in 1 week challenge!

Includes: 2026 YMCA 10k Training Team + 20k Challenge (1 Virtual, 1 In-Person)

Price: $85 (increases after December 1, 2025 at 12:10am EST)

Open to ages 6+.

Our team of amazing coaches will be with you every step of the way! Whether you are excited to jumpstart your fitness journey or you are ready to up your game by adding some more intense workouts into your training schedule, the YMCA 10k Training Team is for you! You will train with motivational coaches and teammates every Saturday morning at one of several locations throughout the Richmond Region. Our team of amazing coaches will be with you every step of the way to the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger finish line on April 18. Camaraderie, accountability, fun and so much more awaits!

What's Included

• Free entry into the 2026 Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger on April 18!
• Ten-week training program (starts on Saturday, February 7) with an interactive digital guide
• A commemorative YMCA 10k Training Team technical shirt
• Organized weekly group runs/walks
• Guidance from experienced coaches
• Support from YMCA 10k Training Team Head Coach Jennifer
• Enthusiastic team coaches motivating you each week.
• 10 free visits to your local Greater Richmond YMCA
• Clinics with unique topics like Gear & Hydration, Nutrition, Injury Prevention

For those who would like to train on your own, virtually, simply sign up for our Virtual YMCA 10k Training Team during registration. You’ll still receive all of the perks, but you’ll train on your own.

Training Levels

Novice & Walkers

Designed to prepare you to complete the 10K, regardless of your speed. You have done minimal to light exercise. You want to have fun while getting out & moving!

Intermediate & Walkers

Designed to train you to race faster in the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K presented by Kroger, regardless if you are walking or running. You have been walking or running routinely (approximately 9-12 miles a week comfortably outside) & you are ready to up your game & pace by adding some more intense workouts into your training schedule.

Cancellation & Deferral Policy: Entry fees are non-refundable. Entries cannot be transferred. You may defer your registration from the 2026 10k Training Team to the 2027 training for a $15 fee, deadline February 9, 2026. Deferrals may be used only once and cannot be transferred to another person.

Prohibited at Training and on Course: Animals, Strollers, Joggers, Baby Carriers, Wagons, Bicycles, Handcycles, Skateboards, Skates, Scooters, etc.