Athletes with at least AAA
grade 3 standard in 2007 have been invited to attend, and naturally coaches can
come along too. Viv Matthews will lead the middle distance, Mo Pearson the
throws, myself the sprints, whilst jumps are still in the balance. Between us
we shall work with a team of coaches that may change from venue to venue.
Initially the first day will be conditioning work at Crantock Beach on Sunday 7th
October, followed by Carn Brea on 4th November and 2nd December.
However, middle distance runners will almost certainly have some changes to
this to work around cross-country fixtures. Senior athletes who are not
normally exposed to ‘standards’ are welcome to any training session
Any level 2,3 or 4 coach is
welcome to go to Bath on South West squad days, to see how things work, pick up
a few tips, etc. The dates are 14th October, 18th
November, 3rd February and 30th March, all from 11am to
4pm. Two or three coaches could get together and make a day of it.
There are still some
vacancies for this excellent course on 6th October £42+VAT. The
quickest way to apply is to ring Viv Matthews on 07810 304671
These are a vital part of vital
part of training for ALL disciplines, including road running, and I should
know, with 22 marathons under my belt. Even UKA are now pressing for it and
recommend that athletes upwards of the under 17 age group should be doing 2
sessions per week in the gym during the winter, even if one is at the expense
of a running session. Lots of groups are now doing circuits and plyometrics.
From Bodmin to Truro School to Pool school, where Dave Buzza begins a Wednesday
evening session in the School gym 6.30-7.30 starting on 10th October
COACHING COURSE Get them now before the system changes and they will
almost certainly be longer and probably more expensive. You have to pay up
front, attend the course then get a 50% cash-back. Ring Morag on 01392 879733
Level 1 10th November. Poltair School St Austell
Level 2 You’ve just missed one, but try Ivybridge, just the
other side of Plymouth on 13/14th October for the generic part, then
Specific event days are 24th November for Speed and Throws, 25th
November for Endurance and jumps
Level 3 & 4 Phase 2 at Yeovil on 1st/2nd
December with Mentoring as an optional module at Exeter Golf Club on 20th/21st
October or Yeovil 16th/17th February 08
Fitness in Running and
Walking. Ideal for road runners or
Women Running Network to give a leadership qualification. 11th
November Poltair School, St Austell
OFFICIALS You know how we are always desperate for officials,
so why not try to convince a parent or two. Or even an injured athlete, to take
up Officiating. Who knows, they could end up in London as one of the thousands
that will be needed in 2012. Ring Mo Pearson at the Cornwall Sports Partnership
on 01872 323344 or on her mobile 017973813550
Tony Lett 01209 891101 tony.lett1@btopenworld and now mobile
on 07982590140