Have a young runner? Each summer Ultimook Track Club facilitates a youth summer running program for Tillamook-area athletes.
“Our mission is to develop young runners in both mind and body. Young runners require a fun, supportive environment to aid in aerobic development,” Ultimook Youth Director Chelsea Yarnell said.
The Ultimook Youth Track Club is a running club designed for athletes entering PreK-eighth grades.
“Last year we have over 80 athletes that participate in our club,” Yarnell said. “Each of our practices educate young athletes on the different elements of running such as warm ups, dynamic drills, running workouts, and stretching. We modify all activities based on ages and break our crew into age groups who are overseen by coaches with running and fitness backgrounds.”
Registration is currently open. The 2026 season will run June 2 – July 30 with practices for all age groups meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 at the Tillamook Junior High School. Each group is led by a coach (or two) with experience in the areas of running, track & field, or fitness. The cost to participate is $110 for the season; financial assistance is available.
“The practices are always a highlight of my day,” Yarnell said. “Our coaches love to share their passion for running with the community, and in return, we’re always rewarded with so much enthusiasm and joy from the kids on our team.”
Returning again for its third years is the Ultimook Track & Field Day Camp. The camp will focus on introducing athletes to the various events in track in field including: running races, relays, hurdles, long jump, shot put, discus, and javelin. The day camp will be hosted at the Tillamook High School Track Monday, Wednesday, Fridays from July 6 -17 and culminate with a mock track meet on July 17. The camp is designed for those entering grades K-8. The cost for the camp is $50.
For more information or to register, visit ultimooktrackclub.com or email ultimookyouthtrackclub@gmail.com.