BAA Youth Track & Field in Bloomington, Minnesota
Bloomington Athletic Association offers youth track and field programs that help athletes develop running, jumping and throwing skills in a fun, supportive and family-friendly environment.
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BAA Track & Field Program Overview
BAA provides fun, affordable and safe youth sports experiences powered by dedicated volunteers. Our track and field program introduces athletes to a variety of running, jumping and throwing events while building coordination, confidence and sportsmanship.
BAA track and field activities are family events. A parent or guardian must remain onsite, as practices and meets are not drop-off programs.
Running Events
Athletes develop speed, endurance, pacing and proper running mechanics.
Jumping Events
Players build coordination, balance, technique and explosive movement.
Throwing Events
Athletes learn safe throwing techniques, body control and event fundamentals.
Volunteer with BAA Track & Field
BAA track and field relies on parents, guardians and community volunteers to help coach events, time races, organize athletes and support practices and meets.
Families can indicate how they would like to help during player registration or contact the BAA Track Commissioner at track@baaonline.org.
Coaching Requirements
Approved BAA Track & Field coaches must maintain a current USA Track & Field membership and complete applicable USATF coaching and Safe Sport requirements.
Coaches must provide a copy of their completed certification or documentation to the BAA Administrator.
BAA may reimburse the USATF membership cost for coaches who are approved in advance by the Track & Field Commissioner.
BAA Track & Field Program Details
Review the table below for current age groups, dates, times, locations, fees and program information.
| Age Group | Kids that are 1st - 8th grade in the 2026-27 school year. |
| Player Experience | To teach children the fundamental skills of track and field events. It will include the fundamentals of track including pacing, starts, form, and proper warm-up procedures. It may include field events depending on the volunteers and the space available for the program. |
| Where | *Kennedy High School Track *OPTIONAL USATF Meets: A USATF membership is required to participate in these meets, and will be an additional cost to those participating. This will be discussed at the parent meeting at the beginning of the season. |
| When | *Practices: mid-June through late-July *Practices will be one hour in length on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 pm (tentative start time based on location availability) |
| Equipment | *Every child receives a BAA Track shirt *Each child needs to provide their own running shoes |
| Registration / Fees | $60. (financial aid for the BAA fee is available for those needing assistance. Click here to apply: https://forms.gle/rPMdgRkE3Yc5Rrax5 |
15th Annual BAA City-Wide Track Meet
The BAA City-Wide Track Meet gives Bloomington youth an opportunity to participate in running, jumping and throwing events in a fun community setting.
Athletes may participate in one or both meets. Parents and guardians must remain onsite during the event.
| Age Group | K - 5th Grades Boys & Girls |
| Experience | *Annual City-Wide Track Meet give the kids a taste of a track meet where participants will compete against others in their grade level. *There are two days for this event, you can select to go to one or both of the events. |
| What to expect at the meet | *Upon arrival to either meet, please check in by signing your child up and picking up a bib number. The bib will help us identify and record times for each runner and distances for each thrower/jumper. *Athletes will be divided into age groups and will travel to each event as a group. While they do not have to participate in each event, athletes should be aware of their group’s location, so they do not miss an event. |
| Events | Athletes can choose from one or more of the following events: 100m, 200m, 400m, 1-mile run, long jump, or softball throw |
| When | Jefferson Track | Saturday, May 9, 10 am - 12 pm |
| Kennedy Track | Wednesday, April 22, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm | |
| Equipment | Tennis shoes or track shoes, no metal spikes. |
| Registration | Fees | Free will donation, suggested donation of $5 per athlete per meet. |
| Concession Stand | BAA Track & Field will operate a small concession stand with water, Gatorade, and a few snacks to help support this free program. |
Track Meet Registration and Fees
- Athletes may participate in one or both meets.
- Pre-registration is appreciated but not required.
- LeagueApps registration generally opens April 1.
- There is no required participation fee.
- A suggested donation of $5 per child may be made at the meet.
- A parent or guardian must remain onsite.
Volunteer at the City-Wide Track Meet
Student-athletes from the Kennedy and Jefferson track and field teams help support the meets, but parent and community volunteers are also needed.
Volunteer opportunities may include timing races, organizing participants, assisting with events and helping the meet run smoothly.
To volunteer at the meet, contact Paul Roach at paulroach4948@gmail.com.
BAA City-Wide Track Meet Results
View past and current BAA City-Wide Track Meet results below.
| 2025 Results | 2024 Results | 2023 Results |
| 2022 Results | 2020 & 2021 not held due to COVID | 2019 Results |
BAA Track & Field Contacts
Contact the BAA track and field leadership team for help with registration, schedules, coaching requirements, volunteering or meet information.
BAA Track Contacts |
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| Track & Field Commissioner | Kimberly Robinson | track@baaonline.org | |
| Track & Field Equipment Coordinator | OPEN | CONTACT KIM to VOLUNTEER | |
| Track & Field Information & Communication Coordinator | OPEN | CONTACT KIM to VOLUNTEER | |
| City-Wide Track & Field Event | Paul Roach | paulroach4948@gmail.com | |
| Administration | Stephanie Nicholson | admin@baaonline.org | 952-222-5162 |
BAA Track & Field Sponsor Discounts
BAA families may use available sponsor offers to save on running shoes, athletic apparel and other sporting goods.
Join BAA Track & Field
Register your athlete or volunteer to help Bloomington youth build confidence, skills and a love for track and field.
