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Fundamentals

A group for 8-10 year olds (school years 4 and 5).

Focuses on developing essential movement skills that serve as the foundation for all athletic events and sports, with a particular emphasis on track and field disciplines. Throughout the year, participants will engage in sessions that cover the core skills required for every track and field event, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the sport's fundamentals. 

Coaching Team

Phil Budd
Lead Coach
Helen Vincent
Assistant Coach
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Who is it for

Introductory coaching is offered for children from 8-year-old to 10 (school years 4 and 5). We currently do not operate a waiting list and welcome young athletes of all abilities.

When is training

Sessions are held on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30, and Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00. Sessions run throughout the year and are not aligned with the school terms and run in all weathers.

There is no obligation to attend both sessions

Where is training

On the track at the Mountbatten Centre, Portsmouth. PO2 9QA.

Occasionally, when there is an event on the track the sessions may be held at alternative local venues.

What equipment is needed

There is no special equipment required.

  • Clothing suitable for running

  • A good pair of sports trainers 

  • A bottle of water

During the summer months it is advisable to apply sunblock before attending.

Most young athletes eventually purchase spiked running shoes, these are not necessary initially. If you do want to purchase a pair please buy middle distance spikes, rather than sprint spikes.

Club vests are required if you wish to compete, and a club hoody is also availble. These can be purchased from Alexandra Sports, loctated at Lakeside.

Cost

All athletes can have up to 4 free trail sessions before committing to joining the club.

Fundamentals membership costs £90

This is for the whole membership year (1st April - 31st March) and the cost is the same regarless of when in the year you join the club (with the expection of those joining between 1st Jan - 31st March)

Membership includes:  

  • Coaching and track pass

  • Entry to sports hall league events

  • England Athletics membership

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