Outdoor Season

⚡ SEASON OVERVIEW

Our Outdoor Season offers skill development for athletes interested in competing in the sport of track and field. The season moves as fast as our Lightning athletes.  Prior experience is not required and there are no try-outs; all levels welcome.  We pride ourselves on developing youth athletes.

Our High School Outdoor Season is designed for athletes competing with their high 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 summer circuit i.e., AAU and USATF Jr. Olympics. 

The regular Outdoor Season runs from April 6 through May 31. 

Outdoor Season is open for athletes ages 7 - high school.

Athletes competing in the post season / championship Outdoor Season continue through the end of July.

⚡ PRACTICE DAYS

Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

6:30pm - 8pm (all age groups)

⚡ PRACTICE LOCATION

Practice is held outdoors within the Woodbridge, VA area.

⚡ MEET SCHEDULE

We participate in scrimmages, as well as competitive meets throughout the season.  Meets are typically held on Saturdays starting late April in the Washington, DC Metro, Northern Virginia and Richmond 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.

Regional Championship meets may be held in Virginia, Maryland and North Carolina. Junior Olympics National Championship locations vary throughout the country.

The final Meet Schedule will be distributed during the season.

Our Legendary Lightning Relay Games will be held May 16, 2026 in Prince William County.

⚡ OPTIONAL STRENGTH TRAINING (Ages 13+)

Strength training is available for ages 13 and up. Strength training sessions are semi-private and offered on days outside of the normal practice schedule. Strength training sessions are ideal for middle and high school athletes to supplement the school season routine. Sessions are an additional $150/athlete for the season and can be included with 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 Outdoor Season registration includes all practice sessions, Outdoor uniform, warm up suit and Team T-Shirt for ALL athletes.

$575 per athlete (additional $150 for optional Weekly Strength Training, ages 13+)

⚡ HIGH SCHOOL REGISTRATION:

The 2026 Outdoor Season registration includes all practice sessions, OUTDOOR uniform, warm-up suit and Team T-Shirt for ALL athletes.

$350 per athlete (must be competing on high school team)

Optional gear, meet fees, travel costs, AAU/USATF memberships are not included in registration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the meet schedule?

Lightning participates in developmental and competitive travel meets.  We typically participate in 3-5 meets, starting in April.  Meets are generally held on Saturdays. 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-$50/athlete per meet.

My athlete is competing on his/her high school team. How do I sign up?

Lightning’s Outdoor Season is the perfect supplement to high school practices and meets. High School athletes have the option to compete in meets (if not scheduled to compete with the school meet), compete in post-VHSL season meets on the AAU circuit and have a routine strength training/injury prevention regime.

I’m interested in Strength Training for my athlete. How do I sign up?

Strength training is available for ages 13 and up. Strength training sessions are semi-private and offered on days outside of the normal practice schedule. Strength training sessions are ideal for middle and high school athletes to supplement the school season routine. Sessions are an additional $150/athlete for the season and can be included with registration.

PLEASE NOTE - Strength Training is included in the High School only rate for athletes competing with their high school team.

My athlete is playing in another sport, is that ok?

We understand that athletes may be participating in other sports. Please be sure to let the coaches know so we can modify workouts, if necessary.

What is the refund policy?

Registration fees are non-refundable after the 1st day of practice. You are welcome to purchase optional insurance during registration that covers refunds due to illness, injuries, etc.

QUESTIONS? Contact us: info@dalecitytrack.org or 571 306 3285.