Cross Country (XC)
The club’s purpose is to foster a lifelong love of running. Our program teaches essential running skills while helping athletes build speed, endurance, and strength—all within a fun, team-oriented environment. Designed with multiple levels to accommodate varying ages and experience, our program ensures that every child has the opportunity to succeed and grow throughout each season.
Registration
Registration cost is $140. This covers conference fees + insurance, picnic brunch food + fundraiser meet entry, and a few practices on the NPHS track.
WHAT
Cross country offers kids a unique experience - both as a contributor on a competitive team and as an individual pursuing personal goals.
Ages
6 to 18 years old
Race distances vary by age, from 2k to 5k. Training distances are proportional to age and/or experience.
When
Our season begins early August and continues through late October.
An additional post-season runs mid-November through early December.
PRACTICES
Practice days are on M, Tu, Th and Sa. During the week, practices run between 5:15-6:45p. Weekend Saturday practices run between 9:00-11:00a.
WHERE
Practices are located around Newbury Park - see Resources: XC Practice Location Maps.
Most meets are located in either the San Fernando Valley and Santa Clarita Valley.
MEETS
The team competes in 7 regular season meets. Post-season includes an additional 4 meets.
Meets are usually on Saturdays between 8:30-11:00a.
NPTC XC Uniforms
Singlets and shorts are available for ~$40 each. Singlets like shorts, now work for both XC and Track&Field seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which documents are required for registration?
Since fall 2024, a Birth Certificate is only needed once to verify an athlete's birthday at their first season registration.
Player Contract (athlete) and Code of Conduct/Medical Waiver forms are needed each season.
What if my child has never run long distances?
We encourage every child to join our team. Kids train in groups according to their experience and age. Running in groups is more fun. Many families return year after year. Kids make life-long friends while sharing fun memories on our team.
How can I learn more, I am new to this sport?
Koby Reynolds (Head Coach) | 805-760-2822
Alavi Konkader (Head Coach) | 818-648-2096
Would you share more about the cross country conference?
Fall 2026 XC Season
Cross Country Team Registration Opens June 2026. Our waitlist starts after the first 85 athletes.
The NPTC Cross Country team is part of the Valley Youth Conference (https://vyc-xc.org/), which includes from across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
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