Training Days

Training days and locations vary depending on the season (Fowler Athletic Park for outdoor, Edmonton Garrison Fitness Centre for indoor), but typically JD athletes train two to three days a week. The outdoor season offers a more flexible schedule.

Multi-Event Framework

Guided by Athletics Canada Run Jump Throw Wheel Program, the junior development program at our club provides the opportunity for young athletes to train and compete in all events appropriate for their age category. By doing so, each athlete is given the chance to experience and develop skills in many different disciplines before they specialize in their track interests. Examples of what types of events that they can potentially be involved with include:

• Running: sprints, middle/long distances, relays, hurdles
• Jumping: standing long jump, long jump, high jump
• Throwing: ball throw, shot put, discus, turbo javelin

Goals & Emphasis

Aside from embracing the RJTW program to create the structure of the junior program, the club operates with the following goals and emphasis in mind:

• Enjoyment & Social Interaction
• Skill Development
• Increased Exposure to Track and Field
• Sportsmanship and Fair Play (True Sport)
• Pursuit of Personal Excellence
• Alignment with LTAD, Hershey’s, ASG & Schools
• Exposure to Healthy Competition
• Athlete Retention