Greater Cleveland XC Camp

The 2026 Greater Cleveland XC Camp is geared for the beginner to the advanced runner, who are looking to have a better focus on the fundamentals of cross country running and conditioning, to obtain maximum benefit. Through group runs, guest speakers, and group activities, each runner will leave with a positive attitude, tools to become an improved runner, and a better understanding of running. The XC camp will be held Tuesday, July 21st through Saturday, July 25th from 8 am until 11:30 am at Shore Middle School in Mentor, Ohio. The camp is open to boys and girls from kindergarten through 12th grade. While being able to utilize the school facilities, the camp also features an outdoor amphitheater for group activity, a cross country course, access to a Lake Metropark, miles of bike paths, and rural trails through the Mentor Marsh for training. The Greater Cleveland XC Camp is aware that our campers represent a wide variety of talents, motivations, and experience and we are prepared to tailor our camp to each person’s needs. We hope each camper leaves with the love and passion that the staff at the Greater Cleveland XC Camp has. This year's camp will be the 23rd edition of helping young people get better in the sport of cross country.

Race Guidelines
When and where does the event take place?
Tuesday July 23rd – Saturday July 27th 8am-11:30am

Is this a in person Camp event?
Yes. 

CAMP INSTRUCTIONS
These guidelines are in place for the safety of the participants, volunteers, and camp directors. Please do not
register if you cannot follow these guidelines. Participants who fail to abide by these rules will be removed
from camp.

Pre-Race Guidelines
- Participants must wear shirt and shoes at all times.
- Campers should bring their own water bottles. At the end of each day campers will receive a snack and
beverage.

During Running and Camp Race Guidelines
- No spitting, snotting, or projections of any bodily fluid before, during or a run.
- Restroom accommodations will be available at Veterans Park.

Thank you for your support!

For Whom: 

Anyone at any skill level, boys and girls entering kindergarten through grade 12 who is interested in becoming a better cross country runner.

​Miles Run During Camp:   

Beginner (Not much running experience) K-4th grade    //    Middle School (Some running experience) 5-8th grade   

 Middle School - High School (intermediate runner) 8-10th grade   //    High School (Veteran runner or advanced runner) 10-12th grade

​Perks:
Nutrition, Flexibility, Stretching, Race Strategy, Injury Prevention, Philosophy of Training, Mental Preparation, Goal Setting, Proper Footwear.

Daily Gatorade & Water, Fruit & Bagels, Pizza on race day.

Camp Shirt

Second Sole Discount

​Race:
The last day of camp (Saturday) is race day!
5K Race: Grades 9th-12th   (9:35)
2 Mile Race: Grades 5th-8th(9:05)
1 Mile Race: Grades K-4th(8:45)
Arrive at 8:00! 

Course Records:
5K
 Billy Dennison           15:55.82      2024

 Savannah Dennison   18.19.25      2021

2 Mile
John Steimle              10:51.94       2015

Savannah Dennison   11:21.21      2018

1 Mile

Blake Dennison               5:32.28     2024

Savannah Dennison        6:22.98     2014

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