About Us
Our Story
When COVID-19 began in 2020, it created a huge challenge for all sports. Head Coach Laura Heilman decided it was time to start her own youth running club where kids could get out of the house to safely train and socialize. She established the Seven Locks Running Club. Within our first year, the club brought home
20 national medals
2 National Champions
In 2021, Grace Love became the 1500 meters 10-year-old girls National Champion with a time of 5:14, and Patricio Pardo became the 10-year-old boys Cross Country 3K National Champion with a time of 10:40.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide superior training and coaching in a very supportive environment, unlocking our young athletes’ true potential to achieve their running goals and excel.
Within 5 years
*As of Jul 15, 2025. (4x800m teams count for 4 medals in the Golds and All-American medal counts displayed here and on the front page.)
National Golds
at AAU Junior Olympics, Cross Country Coaches Youth National Championships, AAU Cross Country National Championships, AAU Indoor Nationals, and AAU National Club Championships
All-American Medals
at AAU Junior Olympics, Cross Country Coaches Youth National Championships, AAU Cross Country National Championships, AAU Indoor Nationals, AAU National Club Championships, and USATF Junior Olympics
Lasting Impact
High School
Seven Locks Running Club athletes represent their high school varsity teams and compete at regional, county, state, and national championships. Some return as junior assistant coaches.