Virtual Challenges

NYRR's free and fun youth events are available online through Rising New York Road Runners' Virtual Challenges and can be done on demand anytime throughout the year. Virtual Challenges are designed for kids of all ages who can participate alone or together as a class, family, or team, and feature engaging games and activities led by Olympic and Paralympic athletes. This fall we will be bringing back the fun of race day directly to you with the Rising New York Road Runners Virtual Races!

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• Invitational at the Virtual TCS NYC Marathon
• Rising New York Road Runners Run for Thanks Virtual Race

Rising New York Road Runners Virtual Running Camp

Develop your fundamental running skills, including form, balance, pacing speed and strength with this 20 week training plan that's perfect for the fall cross country season.

Rising New York Road Runners AniMoves at the Zoo Virtual Challenge

Take your kids on a virtual trip to the zoo! The AniMoves at the Zoo Virtual Challenge is an exploration of movements performed by popular zoo animals to help keep your kids physically and mentally strong. 

Rising New York Road Runners Holiday Hoopla Virtual Challenge

Every day is a special day with a reason to celebrate with the Holiday Hoopla Virtual Challenge! From traditional holidays and commemorations to silly themed days, this fun virtual challenge offers 60 themed activities, led by some new and familiar faces, designed to keep them physically and emotionally strong. 

Rising New York Road Runners Coast to Coast Virtual Challenge

Join Rising New York Road Runners from across the U.S. in a quest from east to west, west to east, or any direction you choose! This virtual cross-country trip is packed with fun activities for kids of all ages and abilities to enjoy. Kids can participate in 52 activities (one for each state, plus Washington DC and Puerto Rico), while using the printable Road Map to track their progress. 

Virtual New Balance 5th Avenue Mile Guided Run with Jenny Simpson

Join Olympic medalist Jenny Simpson on a guided one-mile run as she participates in the Virtual New Balance 5th Avenue Mile. Jenny has won the 5th Avenue Mile a record eight times, and this event allows you to hear tips on pace, form, breathing, and positive thinking directly from her. 

Rising New York Road Runners Moves for Black Lives Matter

NYRR believes that local youth sports programs can serve as a powerful platform for voices around the world. That's why we've partnered with some of running's greatest athletes to introduce Rising New York Road Runners Moves for Black Lives Matter. This virtual youth event, led by pro runner Aliphine Tuliamuk, is designed to inform and inspire kids to unite in support of justice and equity for Black lives by providing physical, educational, and social-emotional activities.

Rising New York Road Runners Global Running Day Virtual Challenge

Global Running Day, which happens annually on the first Wednesday of June, is a worldwide celebration of running that encourages people of all ages and abilities to get moving. Join Olympians Beverly Ramos and Jenny Simpson on this virtual challenge as they take their celebrations to the next level.

Rising New York Road Runners Spring Virtual Challenge

Join Olympic medalist and Rising New York Road Runners Ambassador & Special Advisor Jenny Simpson through this exciting challenge featuring five activities that are fun and safe to do inside with limited space.