Event Policies
Deferrals
Deferrals will be offered through the start of training (February 1) for 2025 YMCA 10k Training Team participants. Refunds will not be issued under any circumstances. For questions, email us.
Cancelation Policy
Entry fees are non-refundable, even in the case of a race cancellation, postponement, event format changes, and/or if you are unable to participate. Race numbers and entries cannot be transferred to another person. No exceptions. This means once we have received your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate, and you may not give or sell your number or timing chip to anyone else. Anyone found participating with another person’s number will be disqualified and both people will be barred from future Sports Backers events, including the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k and Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon.
Rules
Please Note:
- Strollers, Baby Joggers, Baby Carriers are not permitted at group runs or in the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k.
- Dogs are not allowed on group runs. If you have a certified service dog, please reach out to [email protected] first.
- In consideration of the safety of all participants, skates, skateboards, bicycles, handcycles, scooters, and unregistered participants will not be allowed at training.
- You must be at least 6 years of age to participate. If you are under the age of 16, you must have a parent/guardian present at the training location for the entire training run. Please note, coaches are out there for the entire team, not individual coaching.
FAQs
Registration
I won’t be able to attend the group run/walk. Can I still be a part of the team?
Yes! We’re now offering two ways to train–either train with a group, or train on your own! If you’d like to train on your own but still want to receive all of the perks included with the YMCA 10k Training Team, just select “Virtual 10k Training Team” add-on when registering for the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k (page 5 of registration). We’ll email you your training booklet, mail your special team shirt, and help you get ready to cross the finish line!
I signed up for the 10k. Can I still do the training team?
You can easily join the Training Team by paying the difference between your registration and entry into the Training Team. Email [email protected] for instructions.
What do i get with the training team?
Technical Training Team shirt, knowledge and experience from the best coaches, interactive digital guide, official race entry, 10 free visits to a Greater Richmond YMCA, safety, accountability, lots of new friends, and FUN!
What is the Virtual 10k training team?
If you want the YMCA 10k training team plan and support but can’t make it to the weekly group runs, you can now sign up for our Virtual 10k Training Team, an extension of the YMCA 10k Training Team! Just select “Virtual – Train on my own” when registering for the YMCA 10k Training Team and selecting your training location.
Training Locations and Guide
Can I swtich training locations?
Yes, you are welcome to participate at a different site, but you need to have one “home team”.
can you send me a physical copy of the training guide?
We will have a few physical copies available for those who register with a mail in entry form.
when will i get my training guide?
The interactive digital guide will be emailed to you prior to the first weekend.
how do i know where we are running on saturdays?
Your coaches plan the routes and will provide you with a route link prior to the weekend group runs.
how will i know where to go the first day?
After you’ve chosen your training location and start time, arrive on the first Saturday, February 1, for announcements and the first training run/walk.
what time does my location start running?
Individual training locations will pick their start times. Click here for a complete schedule.