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Kids Activities

From term time fun to school holiday fun, we’ve got great activities for the kids to get involved in.

Athletics Academy

Ideal for young people starting out in the sport, you’ll get a chance to take part in a range of activities on the same track as some of the world’s greatest athletes. Develop your skills in sprints and hurdles, jumps, throws and relays.

Prices: 

  • £6.50 per session for all ages
  • Early bird offer (bookings before term start): £55 per term for 6 - 12 years sessions

Age:  6 - 16 years

Booking details

These sessions are available to book weekly or at the start of each school term. If you book for the start of each term, you'll get a week free and also secure your child's spot each week! When booking, just select the day that you wish to attend each week. Please note, term booking isn't available for 12 - 16 years.

6 - 8 years - Available term time only

  • Monday: 16:30 - 17:45
  • Friday: 16:30 - 17:45

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8 - 12 years - Available term time only

  • Tuesday: 16:30 - 17:45
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 10:15
  • Thursday: 16:30 - 17:45

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12 - 16 years - Available term time and during school holidays 

  • Monday: 18:00 - 19:30 
  • Friday: 18:00 - 19:30

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Additional information

  • Parents aren't required to stay on site during the academy session unless they wish too. 
  • We recommend bringing a refillable water bottle – there’s a water fountain available to top up if required.
  • Each child should wear suitable clothing for athletics sports similar to PE kit. Sensible footwear such as trainers are a must.
  • Please note if you arrive more than 15 minutes late, we may not be able to admit you into the session. If you are going to be more than 15 minutes late please call ahead and we will advise you what to do.

Star Track

Star Track will return in the autumn.

Run over four days, our Star Track camp offers budding athletes the chance to receive expert tuition in a range of skills for all the different types of athletics disciplines...from hurdles to high jumps, sprints to javelin.

For the first three days, you'll discover and develop skills in all field and track sports. The final day will see you put your skills to the test with our Star Track competition day!

Age: 6 - 12 years

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Additional camp information

  • Parents aren't required to stay on site during the camp unless they wish too. Day four is a competition and parents are invited to come and watch.
  • All children should bring a packed lunch – we ask you to avoid bringing nuts to the venue due to potential allergies.
  • We recommend bringing a refillable water bottle – there’s a water fountain available to top up during the day.
  • Each child should wear suitable clothing for athletics sports similar to PE kit. Sensible footwear such as trainers are a must.
  • Dependent on the weather, some sports will be outside so bring appropriate outdoor clothing such as a jacket and sun hat. Sun cream isn't provided so please bring this as well.

Minithon

Next Minithon dates coming soon

Get set for an athletic fest of activity during our Minithon competitions. This event is ideal for those who have a passion for a range of athletic disciplines. It's a great opportunity to showcase their skills and compete at their best.

What is the Minithon?

We like to think of the Minthon as a mini Olympics and as a place where children can come and compete in athletics and have fun at the same time. Over the years, the Minithon has been a place where children have enjoyed their first taste of athletics. It's also been the breeding ground of Olympic stars and some of the athletes you see on TV today whom first started competing in this very place. More importantly than that, those who participate often stay in the sport for years to come and be part of the Athletics Community.

School years: Year 3 - Year 7

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Additional Minithon Information

What to bring

Being comfortable is key to having a good day. We suggest wearing a comfortable pair of trainers (with laces) or spikes on your feet and for clothing; shorts and t-shirt are recommended whilst competing and a tracksuit top and bottoms to wear between events. Please bring enough food and water with you as well, though we don’t recommend you eat too much between or before your events.

All competition entry fees are non-refundable and non transferable - please see our activity terms and conditions before booking your place.

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