Cross Country at AIS
At AIS, Cross Country offers stu
dents the opportunity to build endurance, teamwork, and a love for running in a supportive environment. Whether you’re new to the sport or an experienced runner, our Cross Country program encourages students to push their limits and achieve personal bests.
Practice Info:
Date: Tuesday mornings at 7:05 am
Coach: Ms. Virginie Grimaud
What to Wear: Running clothes (shorts, t-shirts, and running shoes). Please arrive no later than 7:05 am, ready to stretch and start practice.
October 22nd Race
Dear Cross Country Family,
Our 2nd race of the season is just around the corner, scheduled for Tuesday, October 22nd, hosted by Kirby Hall School. If you’d like your child to participate, please complete the registration form by Tuesday, October 15th.
Event Details:
Location: Kirby Hall School at 306 W 29th St, Austin, TX
Date: October 22nd
Race Start Time: 4:30 PM
Check-in/Warm-up: Please arrive by 4:00 PM. To ensure we’re on time, we will leave school no later than 3:30 PM.
Race Distances:
2nd to 5th graders: 1 mile
6th to 8th graders: 2 miles
We expect to have our new singlets for this race, which each runner will wear.
Additionally, please note that there will be NO Cross Country practice during the week following Fall Break due to the CM1 Fort Davis trip. I encourage you and your child to go for a run over the break and the weekend to help maintain their stamina.
Wishing you a wonderful Fall Break!
Coach Virginie
