Otley Athletic Club

Otley A.C. Juniors provides athletics training for children aged 8-15 years. We welcome all abilities. For training times and venues, see below.

Upcoming races

Washburn Relay
Teams of 4 required for Washburn relay Friday 16th July 2010 starting at 7.00pm. This is the first running of a junior relay so it would be nice to get a couple of teams out.

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Please note that there will be no training on Monday 31st May which is half term.

Saturday morning runs are continuing every Saturday as before, at 9am in Chevin Forest Park.

Training Sessions:

8-15 year old training is held on:

Mondays, 6:15p.m. – 7:30p.m.

Venue: Sports Hall of Prince Henry’s Grammar School, Otley

Parents and children runs: Saturday, 9a.m.

Venue: Chevin Danefield, Left hand car park (leaving Otley), East Chevin Road

Distance: 1.5-2 miles lasting about 30 minutes

Joining Otley AC Juniors:

All abilities are welcome to attend the sessions. We have to charge £1 per Monday session to cover charges for venues and equipment. This is in addition to yearly membership charges of £10 which also includes a license to compete in UK athletics events. Non-members are welcome to try a couple of sessions before committing to yearly membership.

Please note we are currently full and are operating a waiting list. Contact Hugh Pearson to be put on the list.

Contacts:

Hugh Pearson 07900 114473 email Hugh

Carl Walsh 07841 335819 email Carl

Laura Martin 01943 463273

What to Wear:

Loose fitting sports clothing such as t-shirts and shorts or tracksuit bottoms. A good pair of trainers. Light waterproof jacket for outdoor sessions if it is raining. Don’t forget to bring some water to drink as well.

What Will We Do?:

Training will be in running (sprints, fell running, cross country), jumps (long jump, triple jump) and throws (javelin, shot put, hammer, discus).