Deadly Youth – The Track Race for 12–15 Year Olds

For 12–15 year olds who want more than a PE lesson. This is their race.

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What is Deadly Youth?

DEADLY YOUTH is a whole Deadly Dozen Track Race designed for athletes aged 12–15, introducing young competitors to fitness racing in a safe, structured, and inspiring environment.

The race format mirrors the adult event:

  • 12 x 400m track run

  • 12 x Labours performed between each run

All Labours are completed at approximately 50% of the adult volume and weights, ensuring the race remains challenging while being age-appropriate.

Deadly Youth can be raced in two ways:

  • Youth Solo — athletes complete the race independently

  • Youth & Adult Pairs — the same race, same weights, with a parent or guardian alongside them (age 10+)

In the Youth & Adult Pairs category, the adult is there purely to support, helping as much or as little as needed. The focus is participation, confidence, and shared experience rather than competition.

The aim is simple: build confidence, encourage effort, and create a positive first experience of fitness racing — with community, safety, and fun at its heart.

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How the Race Works

Every DEADLY YOUTH athlete completes:

  • 12 x 400m track runs

  • 12 x Labours, each performed after a run

  • Labours are scaled to youth level (around half the adult volume and loading)

Examples of Labours (adapted from the adult race):

  • Carries with lighter kettlebells or plates

  • Lower-volume bodyweight movements

  • Shorter distances and reduced reps on key stations

All movements are coached and judged by certified Deadly Dozen staff to ensure good technique and safety at all times.

Who Can Race?

DEADLY YOUTH is open to:

  • Young athletes aged 12–15

  • Teens already involved in sport (football, rugby, athletics, swimming, etc.)

  • Youth members of Deadly Dozen gyms or affiliate gyms

  • Anyone in this age group looking for a new challenge and an introduction to fitness racing

Athletes can race:

  • Youth Solo, or

  • Youth & Adult Pairs, where a parent or guardian races alongside the young athlete in a supportive, non-competitive role

Important Information

  • All youth athletes must be aged 12–15 on race day

  • For Youth & Adult Pairs, the adult must be a parent or legal guardian ( age 10+)

  • Guardians must be present at the venue for the duration of the event

  • All consent forms and waivers must be completed before racing

Safety First. Standards Always.

DEADLY YOUTH has been designed to balance performance, safety and fun:

  • Scaled volume and loads (around 50% of adult race standards)

  • Deadly Dozen coaches and judges on the floor throughout the race

  • Mandatory guardian presence at the event

  • Clear rules around pacing, rest and safe execution of Labours

We want young athletes to leave tired, proud and excited – not broken.

Deadly Youth FAQs

  • DEADLY YOUTH is for athletes aged 12–15 on the day of the race.

  • Yes. A guardian must be present at the venue for the entire race.

  • A basic level of fitness and familiarity with exercise is helpful, but coached warm-ups and clear instruction are provided on race day.

“If a man knows not which port he sails, no wind is favourable.”

— Seneca