Needham Youth Track Club Winter Program

About the Program

The Needham Track Club Spring Track Program is open to children age 4-14. The program meets on Sundays from April 12 – June 14, 2026 at DeFazio Track in Needham. There are two sessions to choose from: 9:15 - 10:20 am and 10:45 - 11:50 am. Children age 6.5-14 can choose a sprinting group or a distance group. Age 6.5 can choose to remain with an age 5-6 team.

The weekly sessions include warm up, stretching, running drills, sprinting and distance training, hurdles, field event technique building and warm down. Field event training will be available on events such as long jump, shot put, high jump, and turbo jav. Children are placed in teams where they remain for the entire session.

The season tuition includes an NYTC Spring Program T-shirt, and all sessions.

The Dana Chang Foundation 5K Run/1K Walk is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about congenital heart conditions and the importance of early detection. In partnership with Boston Children’s Hospital, the race will take place on April 26, 2026, at Walnut Hill School for the Arts in Natick, MA.

This event honors the memory of Dana Chang, a young artist who passed away suddenly in 2024 from an undiagnosed heart condition, and supports programs that promote education, early screening, and community awareness.

Families, students, runners, and community members come together for a meaningful day of running, walking, and cheering—taking steps toward preventing future tragedies and saving lives.

Jr's Paws For a Cause is a dog-friendly 5k run/walk for participants of all ages. We will have vendors, City Event Group Mikey V from Kiss 108 as our live DJ, complementary Vitamin 1 drinks, and adoptable dogs from Shultz Guest House, Last Hope K9! Additional rescues that will be in attendance are The Animal Rescue League and A Place for Ace!

This family-friendly walk/run welcomes participants of all ages—and your canine companions too! Proceeds from the event, along with our fundraising efforts, will be donated to Project Samana, a veterinary outreach program serving communities in the Dominican Republic, as well as local dog rescues Last Hope K9, Shultz Guest House, and Kyle’s Legacy Inc. The portion of proceeds donated to Kyle’s Legacy will be given in Junior’s (Jr.’s) name to support canine cancer research. Junior was a six-year-old Labrador Retriever who bravely lost his battle with lymphoma. Event is hosted rain or shine!

Registration includes- 1 race entry, a matching bib number for your dog to wear and Polkadog treat samples

FIRST 30 people to register will receive a a $100 Nutre Meal Plan giftcard, Polkadog treats, a VEG bag and a canvas Public Lands bag! (Must attend event in person to receive bag and gift cards)

LIVE DJ - Photos - Vendors - Doggy Ice Cream - Raffles - Prizes!

Race day check in starts at 8:30am and race starts at 10:00am!

EARLY BIB PICK UP SATURDAY APRIL 25th 10am-2pm at Marathon Sports in Wellesley!

Join us on Sunday, May 10, 2026, for the NCLS Dragon's Path AAPI 5K/1K Run & Walk — a joyful celebration of Mother’s Day, AAPI Heritage Month, healthy living, and the vibrant spirit of our community!

Lace up your sneakers and take on the flat, fast, tree-lined course along the scenic Wells Ave loop in Newton. Breathe in the fresh spring air, enjoy blossoming trees, and soak up the lively, welcoming atmosphere. All ages and abilities are welcome — whether you're running, walking, or cheering!

This special event is proudly hosted by the Newton Chinese Language School (NCLS).Founded in 1959, NCLS is New England's largest Chinese language school, with a proud 67-year legacy of preserving cultural heritage, promoting language learning, and fostering multicultural exchange. Today, we serve over 800 families and 1,300 students, building strong intergenerational connections and strengthening our Greater Boston community.

Come celebrate with us — We will have pre race warmup and after race performances, live bands, delicious food and fresh roses for everyone! Register today and be part of the fun!