England Athletics | NEWS

New magazine for Officials "For The Record" now out!

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The first edition of For the Record, a new magazine from England Athletics for athletics officials of all levels, disciplines and experience is now out. Copies of the magazine will be distributed over the next few weeks via officials' conferences, events and at courses. You can also download it from our website.

Physical Preparation workshop

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

As part of the Local Coach Development Programme, certified strength and conditioning specialist Pete McKnight will be delivering a Physical Preparation workshop on behalf of England Athletics for all club coaches in Leicestershire.

West Midlands applicants for Virgin Mini London Marathon

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Virgin Mini London Marathon will be held on Sunday 25th April 2010. The Teams to represent the West Midlands Region of England Athletics will be selected in the next few weeks.

Coaching Endurance follow up sessions

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

After previous Coaching Endurance workshops held in late 2009, follow up sessions have been organised for qualified leaders and endurance coaches to come together and discuss specific coaching issues and coaching methods as per the feedback received.

England Athletics is seeking a London Head of Coaching

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

England Athletics are looking for a dynamic and experienced individual to fulfil the role of London Head of Coaching who will be responsible for driving the London delivery of the National Coaching Strategy, raising standards of coaching and increasing coaching capacity to meet the expected growth in demand. The deadline for applications is now 4pm, Friday 19 February 2010.

Bratislava battles for England Team

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Recent snowy conditions in England seemed good preparation for the small team competing at the indoor Elan meeting in Bratislava this weekend as temperatures fell to -9c. 14 athletes represented England at this National permit meeting in Slovakia.

Sale Harriers multi eventers make their mark

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

For the group of Sale Athletes who go by the name “multi eventers” the England Athletics Combined Event championship held at the EIS in Sheffield at the beginning of January is the start of their 2010 competitive season.

UKA Endurance altitude training opportunity

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In line with the key objectives of the UKA endurance strategy, a UKA endurance camp will take place at altitude in Font Romeu, France. Both three and four week options are available within the dates 12 or 19 April to 3 or 10 May. The camp, 1800m above sea level in the French Pyrenees, will be supported by UKA staff, coaches, physiotherapists, doctors and exercise physiologists

It’s 3-2-1-GO! for Run In England 3-2-1

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Run in England 3-2-1 is a key part of England Athletics’ drive to get more people of all ages taking part in the sport by providing permanent marked training routes. read about the latest initiative and see the ITV coverage of the launch in this news story.

Applications for SW team London Mini Marathon now open

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Athletes who are considering applying to join the SW team for the Virgin London Mini Marathon this year are reminded that we will be taking applications for consideration and will be making selections after the SW Schools Cross Country.

Officials appointments made for 2010 outdoor season

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

UKA have released the 2010 Outdoor Officials Appointments - these are now published on the UKA website.

Important news – give your views on athletics in England - help shape the future of the sport

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

England Athletics is conducting a series of surveys to find out the views of people within the sport. This will help us to improve our current services and to develop the sport’s vision for beyond 2012.

England Athletics consultation with coaches

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wilf Paish

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

It is with great sadness that England Athletics has learned of the death of Wilf Paish. Our condolences go to the family and many friends of this remarkable coach.

Dan Pfaff to hold Masterclass in Birmingham

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

England Athletics are pleased to announce the next in the Masterclass series. The High Jump Masterclass will be in Birmingham on Saturday 20th February and will be led by Dan Pfaff, the new UKA Centre Director for Lee Valley and one of the world’s most respected coaches.