Current Programs
Bronx Burners programs are designed to remove barriers, build confidence, and create real pathways to opportunity. From race access and mentorship to family-centered support, each program meets young people where they are — using consistency, community, and movement as tools for long-term growth.
Applications Currently Open
BRONX RISING
Bronx Rising is a free summer evening program designed to engage younger Bronx youth through movement, mentorship, and community. Created for students in grades 3–8, the program provides a safe, structured environment where participants can build healthy habits, develop confidence, and form meaningful connections with peers and coaches during the summer months.
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By creating early access points to the Bronx Burners community, Bronx Rising helps establish the foundation for long-term growth and opportunity. Through movement-based activities, team-building experiences, and leadership development, the program encourages young people to stay active, build self-belief, and develop the skills needed to thrive both on and off the track.​
Program Details (Summer 2026):
Dates:
July 27, 2026 –
August 31, 2026
Location:
Joseph Yancey Track at Macombs Dam Park
Schedule:
Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Eligibility:
Students entering
grades 3–8
Price:
Free
Have questions or want to apply for participation? Inquire below.
Applications Currently Open
PRE-SEASON PERFORMANCE LAB
The Pre-Season Performance Lab is a Bronx Burners training initiative delivered in partnership with Dyckman Run Club. Designed for serious high school athletes, the program provides six weeks of structured running, strength, and mobility training to help participants maintain fitness, improve performance, and prepare for the upcoming fall season.
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Through high-quality coaching, consistent training, and exposure to elite competition, participants develop the discipline, confidence, and physical foundation needed to enter their season ready to perform. The 2026 program includes opportunities to attend the USATF National Championships at Icahn Stadium and conclude the summer by competing in the Rising NYRR Summer Speed Series Championships.
Program Details (Summer 2026):
Dates:
July 27, 2026 –
August 31, 2026
Location:
Tuesdays & Wednesdays:
Joseph Yancey Track at Macombs Dam Park
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Thursdays:
Quisqueya Plaza at
247 Dyckman St.
Schedule:
Tuesday: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Eligibility:
High School Students
Price:
Free
Kickoff Event:
July 23, 2026 – July 26, 2026*
USATF Championships
at Ichan Stadium
*Exact date to be determined
Finale Championship Event:
September 2, 2026
NYRR Rising Road Runners
Summer Speed Series
at Ichan Stadium
Have questions or want to apply for participation? Inquire below.
NEW BALANCE SUMMER GROWTH SERIES
The New Balance Summer Growth Series is a Bronx Burners initiative designed to support youth and families during the summer — a critical transitional period when structure, connection, and access to opportunity can be harder to maintain. The series brings together two of our core programs: one focused on supporting younger youth and their families, and another designed to support high school–aged youth through immersive training and leadership development.
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By meeting young people at different stages of growth, the Summer Growth Series delivers age-appropriate programming that builds confidence, independence, and stability. Through structured training experiences, family-centered support, and community partnerships, the series ensures summer becomes a season of growth, connection, and preparation for what’s next.
Two Programs, One Series.
Fuel the Future
Fuel the Future is an immersive, multi-day training experience designed for high school–aged youth. The program provides structured coaching focused on movement mechanics, fitness, leadership, and teamwork while creating space for independence, challenge, and meaningful peer connection away from home.
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Scholarship opportunities are available to ensure access is not limited by financial barriers. By combining high-quality training with intentional support, Fuel the Future emphasizes discipline, resilience, and confidence — positioning the summer as a formative step toward long-term personal, academic, and athletic growth.
Families for the Future
Families for the Future supports younger youth and their families through community-centered programming that strengthens the foundation around each athlete. Grounded in the belief that when families thrive, communities thrive, the program extends access to resources that promote wellness, nutrition, and financial stability.
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Through workshops, partnerships, and family-focused experiences, Families for the Future fosters connection, shared learning, and long-term support — ensuring opportunity reaches the entire household, not just the athlete.
The Next Lap is a Bronx Burners flagship program designed to support Bronx high school students as they prepare for life beyond graduation. Focused on long-term academic and professional outcomes, the program provides individualized college counseling, test preparation, and sustained mentorship during a critical transition period.
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Through a two-year commitment, The Next Lap invests deeply in a cohort of students, offering tailored 1:1 SAT prep, personalized college advising, and professional guidance that meets each participant where they are. By combining elite preparation with consistent, relationship-driven support, the program equips students with the tools, confidence, and access needed to navigate higher education and future opportunities — ensuring their next chapter is as intentional and supported as every lap that came before.
Have questions or want to apply for participation? Inquire below.
The Bronx Burners–Fidelis Care Mentorship Program is a four-month initiative (January–April 2026) that connects 6–8 high school students with Fidelis Care leaders through one-on-one mentorship. Blending virtual and in-person experiences, the program provides exposure to the healthcare industry, job shadowing opportunities, and hands-on skill building in areas such as goal-setting, résumé development, interviewing, and leadership.
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Through real-world corporate experiences, the program aims to broaden career awareness, build confidence, and support students’ long-term academic and professional goals.
The Bronx Burners 9+1 Pathway Program expands access to the NYC Marathon by supporting scholarship recipients through New York Road Runners’ (NYRR) 9+1 program. Eligible members complete nine races and one volunteer event within a calendar year, receiving reimbursement for membership and race fees along the way.
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In the year that follows, participants receive a personalized marathon training plan, full Bronx Burners gear, and a new pair of New Balance running shoes. The program centers commitment and discipline, positioning the marathon as a milestone earned through sustained effort and growth.
Have questions or want to apply for participation? Inquire below.