YMCA 10k Training Team

The YMCA 10k Training Team is a Greater Richmond program designed to prepare participants for the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k, a 10 km road race. Training begins in February with Saturday morning meetings. Sunday groups are available at Shady Grove and Near West End for those needing that schedule. Runners and walkers can select from 18 locations across the Richmond Region, and a virtual option is offered for individuals who prefer to follow the plan and receive benefits while training independently. The group caters to beginners aiming to improve their fitness and runners seeking structured workouts before race day. Coaches lead the in-person sessions. Registration covers entry to the Monument Avenue 10k, a technical team shirt, an interactive training guide, and 10 complimentary visits to a local Greater Richmond YMCA. The training team's price ranges from $60 to $75, positioning it as a coached community program rather than just a race entry.