Junior Track & Field Coaching

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Welcome to our Junior Track & Field coaching programme at Lewes Athletic Club! Whether you’re trying a new event or training to compete at the county or national level, our friendly and experienced coaches are here to help you develop your skills, fitness, and confidence.

Below you’ll find all the information you need about each event group, who can join, who leads the training, and how to sign up.

High Jump

Lead Coach: Peter Masters

Who can join: Athletes from Under 13 through to Seniors

Training: Thursday evenings

Our high jump group works on a mix of drills and technique practice. We welcome new athletes who would like to try a taster session.

📩 Contact Peter: academy@lewesac.co.uk.

Hurdles

Lead Coach: Trevor Simcox

Who can join: Under 15s and older

Training: Saturday mornings (September–May)

Ideal for beginners looking to develop hurdling skills, with opportunities to progress to performance-level training at Withdean for those reaching County or English Schools standards.

📩 Contact Trevor: academy@lewesac.co.uk.

Junior Endurance Squad

Lead Coach: Dave Leach

Who can join: Under 13 to Under 20

Training: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, Saturday mornings

This squad competes in County and National leagues, with a focus on track in the summer and cross-country in the winter. New athletes are welcome to try a session.

📩 Contact Dave: academy@lewesac.co.uk.

Senior Endurance Performance Squad

Lead Coach: Dave Leach

Who can join: Adults meeting performance criteria

Training: Wednesday evenings at 7 pm

For committed athletes competing regularly, with entry standards of 10K in under 45 mins (women) or 40 mins (men), or equivalent.

📩 Contact Dave: academy@lewesac.co.uk.

Long Jump

Lead Coach: Roy Hayward

Who can join: Juniors by application

Training: Thursday evenings

A small, focused group where athletes receive individual coaching. Spaces are limited, and we expect athletes to train and compete regularly.

📩 Contact Roy: academy@lewesac.co.uk.

Pole Vault

Lead Coaches: Rick Pilling & David Tutton

Who can join: Under 13 and above

Training: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, Saturday mornings

A thriving and competitive group with training outdoors in summer and indoors in winter. Taster sessions available.

📩 Contact David: academy@lewesac.co.uk.

Race Walking

Lead Coach: Peter Selby

Who can join: Under 13s to seniors and masters

Training: Saturday mornings

This welcoming group trains for local and county competitions. Taster sessions available for newcomers.

📩 Contact Peter: academy@lewesac.co.uk. 

Sprints

Lead Coach: Jamie Powell

Who can join: Under 13s to seniors and masters

Training: Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings

Focused on speed, technique and sprint-specific drills. Taster sessions available for new athletes.

📩 Contact Jamie: academy@lewesac.co.uk.

Throws (Javelin, Discus, Hammer, Shot)

Lead Coach: Mike Bale

Who can join: Juniors Under 13 and above

Training: Thursday evenings from 5 pm

A small group offering personalised coaching in all throwing events. Spaces are limited, and we expect athletes to participate in regular training and competition.

📩 To apply: Please get in touch with the Academy, which can refer you to the throws group.

How to Get Started

• Taster sessions are available for many events. Contact the relevant lead coach.
• Athletes under 13 typically start through our Academy. Please get in touch with us if you’re unsure where to start.
• For general enquiries or to find out how to join the Academy contact our Junior Coordinator at academy@lewesac.co.uk.

We look forward to seeing you on the track!