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Development Group

U13 Cross Country

AIMS
We have a number of aims for the members of the Development Group
- train in smaller groups with people of a similar athletic age and ability
- be introduced to middle/long distance training
- develop key skills to fully utilise speed
- start to develop aerobic fitness and endurance
- enjoy training and racing

WHO
- the default group for most new members of smrac distance
- athletes not qualified for, or not wanting to be in the Performance Group
- U13s to Over 80s, male and female

WHEN

Tuesday (subject to help - see below)

- Grass sessions - 18:00 meet, 18:15 start warm up
- Track sessions - 18:15 meet, 18:30 start warm up

Saturday - 9:45 meet, 10:00 warm up starts

Punctuality is important.  If you're not on time you may not be able to join in so if you rely on public transport give yourself plenty of time to get to training!

WHERE
The location of training varies from week to week. The latest information can always be accessed from the Training News section of the website. If you don't know where a particular venue is, check the Venues page for maps and transport information.

COACHES AND HELP
Training is set by Noel and is designed to provide a pathway to the Performance Group. For Tuesday’s Development Group sessions to take place at least two volunteers must sign up to help each week. These helpers need to hold a stop watch, help the session run smoothly, encourage the athletes and ensure everyone is safe. No previous experience is required but the club can pay for coaching courses - many of which are one day courses - for anyone wanting to make a regular commitment.