Virginia Running Clinic

🏃‍♂️ Welcome to the Virginia Running Clinic!

The Virginia Running Clinic, presented by PWC Running Club, will focus on training and is recommended for motivated runners. All ages and abilities are welcome: the only requirement is the desire to improve.

📅 Event Details

• Date: May 25th (Sun), May 27th (Tuesday), May 29th (Thursday), and June 1st (Sun)
• Location: 10504 Kettle Run Road, Nokesville, VA
• Sessions: 90 minutes (5:45-7:15pm on Tuesday and Thursday, 2-3:30 pm on Sunday)
• Link: Register Here

👤 Meet the Coaches

• Clinic Director: James DeMarco - Coach DeMarco has been named the Virginia Coach of the Year several times and has sent over 60 distance athletes to compete in college.
• Head Coach: Paul Spangler - Coach Spangler has coached youth athletes to Olympians and is the director of the Nike Smoky Mountain Running Camps in Asheville.
• Doctor: Mina DeMarco - Dr. DeMarco is a Sports Medicine and Family Physician with UVA Health and will discuss nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Assistant Coaches: Will assist in directing our youth clinic participants in drills, workouts, proper running form, and fun games.

🏅 Training Focus

Participants will be instructed by coaches, health professionals, and top athletes on topics including:

• Motivation: Enhance your drive to improve
• Nutrition: Learn about healthy lifestyle choices
• Biomechanics: Understand proper running form
• Injury Prevention: Techniques to avoid injuries while training

📍 Location Details

Location: Patriot High School, Bermuda field, by the tennis courts. Enter Patriot at their main entrance and drive straight to the back of the school. Follow the XC Runs signs.

🎒 What to Bring

• Good Shoes: Ensure you have appropriate running footwear
• Water Bottle: Stay hydrated during the sessions
• Watch: A watch that records splits is helpful for adults
• Positive Attitude: Be ready for a life-changing clinic experience

✨ Final Thoughts

This clinic will be life-changing for your running. Age five to senior citizens are welcomed and will be involved in very different camp experiences that are age and fitness appropriate.