Skills Development

The Club actively promotes and funds the development of accredited Coaches as evidenced by the number of member Coaches, particularly amongst secondary school age. The Club has member Coaches across the skill spectrum e.g. “Working with Children in Athletics”, Level 1 (beginner) and Level 3 (coaching, planning and performance), all of which are accredited by UK Athletics (UKA). Club coaches are currently undertaking upskilling in the new UKA education programme for Coaches, Assistant Coaches and Leaders.

The Club actively promotes the development of accredited Officials for judging, timekeeping and stating duties at Athletic Events and has one member Official qualified to Commonwealth Games standard.