INDOOR TRACK & FIELD
The Dale City Track Club (DCTC) indoor track season is designed for athletes ages 7 - 18. DCTC’s winter/indoor track program serves as an off-season conditioning and skill development program aimed at preparing athletes for the spring/summer outdoor track season.
Indoor Season includes a series of training sessions to assist athletes in developing and enhancing fundamental running techniques and building strength and endurance.
Lightning’s Indoor Season is the perfect supplement to HIGH SCHOOL practices and meets. High School athletes have the option to compete in indoor meets (if not scheduled to compete with the school meet) and have a routine strength training/injury prevention regime.
⚡ SEASON OVERVIEW
Our Indoor Season offers skill development for athletes interested in competing in the sport of track and field. No prior experience is required and there are no try-outs — all levels welcome. We pride ourselves on developing youth athletes in a competitive environment.
Our High School Indoor Season is designed for athletes competing with their school team to supplement their VHSL season with additional speed, conditioning and strength training, in addition to the athlete's desire to compete on the Club circuit i.e., AAU and USATF Indoor Nationals.
The Indoor Season runs from November 3, 2026 through February 26, 2027.
Indoor Season is open for ages 7 through high school.
⚡ PRACTICE DAYS
Tuesdays and Thursdays
6:30pm - 7:30pm (Elementary)
7:30pm - 8:30pm (Middle/High School)
⚡ PRACTICE LOCATION
Practice is held indoors within the Woodbridge, VA area. The final location will be sent within 2 weeks of the practice start date.
⚡ MEET SCHEDULE
We participate in scrimmages, as well as competitive meets throughout the season. Meets are typically held on Sundays starting December in the Virginia Beach, Washington, DC Metro, and Northern Virginia areas. Meet fees vary by location and range between $20-$50/athlete per meet. We typically participate in 3-5 meets during the regular season.
Indoor National Championships held in Virginia Beach, VA.
The final Meet Schedule will be distributed during the season.
Our 2nd Annual Lightning Winter Classic Track Meet will be held January 10, 2027 in Virginia Beach, VA.
⚡ OPTIONAL STRENGTH TRAINING (Ages 13+)
Strength training is available for ages 13 and up. Sessions are semi-private and held on Mondays/Wednesdays (day assigned closer to the practice start date), outside of the normal practice schedule — ideal for middle and high school athletes looking to supplement their school season.
Sessions are an additional $150/athlete for the season and can be added at registration.
PLEASE NOTE - Strength Training IS included in the High School only rate for athletes competing with their high school team.
⚡ REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
The 2026-2027 Indoor Season registration includes all practice sessions.
$575 per athlete — new to Lightning
$475 per athlete — returning with a black Indoor uniform
(additional $150 for optional Weekly Strength Training, ages 13+)
⚡ HIGH SCHOOL REGISTRATION:
$350 per athlete (must be competing on high school team) Optional gear, meet fees, travel costs, and AAU/USATF memberships are not included in registration.
Optional gear, meet fees, travel costs, AAU/USATF memberships are not included in registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the practice schedule?
Practices are held Tuesdays and Thursdays starting November 3.
Elementary (grades 1-5): 6:30pm - 7:30pm Middle/High School (grades 6-12): 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Where is practice located?
Practice is held within the Woodbridge, Virginia area. The final location will be sent within 2 weeks of the practice start date.
What does the registration fee include?
The 2026-2027 Indoor Season registration includes all practice sessions. $575 per athlete — new to Lightning $475 per athlete — returning with a black Indoor uniform $350 per athlete — high school, competing on school team Registration does not include meet fees, travel costs and optional team gear.
What does the term Track Age mean?
Track practices and meets are competed by track age. Track age is your athlete’s age by December 31 of the current year.
My athlete is competing on his/her high school team. How do I sign up?
Lightning's Indoor Season is the perfect supplement to high school practices and meets. High school athletes have the option to compete in indoor meets (when not scheduled to compete with the school meet) and get a routine strength training/injury prevention regimen.
What is the meet schedule?
Lightning participates in developmental and competitive travel meets. We typically participate in 3-5 meets, starting in December. Meets are generally held on Sundays. The final meet schedule will be released at the beginning of the season.
How much are meet fees?
Meet fees vary by location and range between $20-$40/athlete per meet.
I'm interested in Strength Training for my athlete. How do I sign up?
Strength training is available for ages 13 and up. Sessions are semi-private and held on Mondays/Wednesdays (day assigned closer to the practice start date), outside of the normal practice schedule — ideal for middle and high school athletes looking to supplement their school season.
Sessions are an additional $150/athlete for the season and can be added at registration. PLEASE NOTE — Strength Training is included in the High School only rate for athletes competing with their school team.
What is the registration deadline? Registration closes October 23, 2026.