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Watched an event – want to try?
Watched an event – want to try?
Watching Commonwealth Games athletics can be a great starting point for any athlete.
If they are interested in sprinting, jumping or throwing, coaching can help them learn the fundamentals, improve technique and work out what to develop next.
Register for a Try Athletics event
Register for a Try Athletics event
What can you try?
What can you try?
Running
Running
Interested in the 100 m, 200 m, hurdles or relays?
Aspiring athletes can work on:
acceleration
sprint technique
starts
running mechanics
rhythm and coordination
race skills
Jumps
Jumps
Interested in long jump or high jump?
Aspiring athletes can work on:
approach rhythm
take-off technique
landing
coordination
event confidence
competition preparation
Throws
Throws
Interested in shot put, discus or javelin?
Aspiring athletes can work on:
basic throwing technique
balance and coordination
using the whole body effectively
event-specific skills
safe and confident participation
From watching to doing
From watching to doing
What they enjoyed watching can help identify what they may enjoy developing.
athletics coaching
athletics coaching
Coaching can suit athletes who are:
trying an event for the first time
preparing for school athletics, progressing towards District or Regional competition
already involved in club athletics
looking for help with a specific event or technical skill
Coaching is adapted to the athlete's current experience, goals and interests. No need for elite ambitions. Coaching can start with curiosity.
Not sure where to start?
Not sure where to start?
An Initial Assessment can help identify:
current strengths
areas that need development
which skills or events deserve attention
the most appropriate next coaching step
want to try Athletics?
want to try Athletics?
Turn that interest into a practical next step.
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