Livingston Athletic Club Livingston Athletic Club

Summer Athletics Camp (Ages 5-12)

 2 July 2024

Three weeks of morning athletics sessions will be available at Craigswood Sports Centre, from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm, during the summer holidays.

  • Week 1: Mon 8 - Thu 11 July
  • Week 2: Mon 22 - Thu 25 July
  • Week 3: Mon 5 - Thu 8 August
The sessions will be in a "Run, Jump & Throw" format, for ages 5-12, and will be suitable for athletes of all standards.

What is it?

Our exciting holiday camp will give young athletes the chance to experience a week of athletics training. Each day is filled with fun games, technique sessions and competition.

Who is it for?

Primary school children aged 5 to 12 who want to have fun, participate, make friends and learn new and exciting skills. The sessions will be tailored to suit children of all skill levels from beginners to those who have already taken part in athletics. Athletes will be in an appropriate group for their age and stage of development.

What is the minimum age?

We welcome all children, from age 5 upwards, who have already attended primary school. We don't offer any pre-school sessions.

What do I need to get started?

Children train outside, on the athletics track, so should come prepared with appropriate clothing: trainers, tracksuit bottoms, t-shirt and a jumper.

A waterproof jacket will also be needed for wet weather.

Please also bring a small healthy snack and a drink.

When is it?

Monday to Thursday, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm.

Where is it?

All sessions take place at the outdoor athletics track at Craigswood Sports Centre, Livingston.

Where to meet?

Coaches will meet athletes at the athletics pavilion. The athletics track can be accessed from a gate in the front car park.

Registration is from 9.55 am.

After the session has finished, athletes should be collected promptly from the athletics pavilion.

How do I register?

You can register and pay the session fee using the link below. The session fee is £40 per week payable by direct debit.

Do you still have places?

Please check the registration page, using the link below, for up-to-date availability. When a session is full, we will close registration.