Elevated Evolution “EDT EVO” is designed for athletes seeking training/racing opportunities outside of their high school cross country and track seasons. This program serves all incoming 9–12 grade athletes during the summer, fall postseason, and winter. Athletes participate in all included EDT events, with an added emphasis on age appropriate training, individualized guidance, and long term development.
DETAILS
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Prerequisites/Cost:
Incoming 9th-12th grade
Girls standards (must meet at least 1) -sub: 25:00 5k/6:30 1600m/3:00 800m
Boys standards (must meet at least 1)-sub 23:00 5k/6:00 1600m/ 2:45 800m
Summer (May-July) : $450
Fall posteason (Oct-Dec): $250
Winter (Jan-Feb): $250
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Practices:
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5 days/wk (4 in-person + 1 prescribed solo)
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Summer (May-July): M/T/TH/F
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May: 4:15-5:45pm
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June/July: 7:45am-9:15am
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Fall (Nov-Dec)/Winter (Jan-Feb):
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M/T/TH/F- 4:15pm-5:45pm
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Mon-Thurs practice rotations:
Red Tailed Hawk Park, Boulder Park, Anchor Point Park, and Fox Ridge Middle School.
**Fridays may meet at further locations to change scenery
All subject to change based on weather and scheduling
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What is Included:
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1-on-1 goal setting session and needs assessment with Coach Tate @ start of season.
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Personalized and Individualized guidance both during current and upcoming high school season.
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Exposure to age/developmentally similar athletes with like-minded goals
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Inclusion in all EDT events (races, socials, etc).
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Comprehensive strength/core/plyo routine
COMMITMENT
Athletes are expected to commit to 4 to 6 days of training per week and maintain a consistent baseline of at least 20 miles per week. All athletes must be injury free with a minimum of two consecutive weeks of pain free running prior to joining. Athletes should be able and willing to follow an independent strength routine outside of team sessions. A high level of coachability and a clear growth mindset are required, along with completion of a needs assessment and goal setting form prior to the start of the season.
SEASONS
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SUMMER-2026
5/11-7/31
All events are optional based on individual goals
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5/29- Denver Athletics Twilight #1 : The Premier @ Englewood HS
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6/19- Denver Athletics Twilight #2: The Sequel @ Englewood HS
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6/20-6/22- Nike Outdoor Nationals @ Eugene, OR (qualification meet; only select athletes)
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6/27- Pearl Street Mile; *EVO only event
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7/10- Denver Athletics Twilight #3: The Finale @ Englewood HS
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7/18- Heritage Eagles 5k @ Heritage HS
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7/30- EDT Event
**Dates subject to change
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FALL POSTSEASON- 2026
11/2-12/12
11/21- NXR Southwest; Phoenix AZ
*if not running on/with high school team
12/4- AAU Nationals; Tallahassee FL
*All events are optional based on individual goals
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WINTER-2027
1/4-2/20
*All events are optional based on individual goals
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2/XX- Washburn Be Your Best #2
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3/xx- Texas Distance Festival
Seasonal Development Programs
Training emphasizes aerobic development, race tactics, and consistency while respecting the demands of the longer competitive seasons ahead. Athletes progress with purpose, balancing quality and volume to maximize improvement without burnout. Race opportunities are available and fully individualized based on each athlete’s goals, ensuring they continue building fitness, confidence, and momentum heading into their competitive high school seasons. This program is intended for athletes who are not participating in a structured off-season high school program.
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Grow aerobic strength, race tactics, and endurance
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Optional track/ cross country meets and team events; travel when qualified and desired
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Training tailored to both short-term goals and long-season athletes
Summer (May-July)
Fall Postseason (Nov.- Dec.)
Winter (Jan.- Feb.)