ATG Track Academy
On the Track at Chichester University
Welcome to our Junior ATG Club on the athletics track at Chichester University – a stunning location and home to our vibrant grassroots programme for children aged 5–12 .
As a pathway to Chichester Runners Club, our academy helps children develop the core skills of running, jumping, and throwing – building strong foundations in athletic performance, confidence, and teamwork.
OUTSTANDING COACHING
Your children will be looked after by dedicated, experienced and inspirational qualified coaches. Sam Bass-Cooper is a former international pole vaulter with a Master’s degree in Youth Athletic Development and is a Level 2 UK Athletics Coach. Sam will run a full multi-skills programme, including running, jumping, throwing, and all-round athletic development. They will learn the benefits of quality movement and enhance mobility, coordination, balance, speed, endurance and teamwork – the kinds of attributes that are the basis of all sports.
And all in a fun, friendly and inclusive environment!
Whether your child is just starting out or looking to level up their athletic journey, this is the perfect place to grow, thrive, and shine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to stay?
For safeguarding purposes children under 11 will need an adult on site during the session.
Can I watch my child?
There is a viewing area in the stand.
What does my child need to wear?
Comfortable sports clothing, tshirt, hoodie, joggers, shorts or leggings. We recommend trainers rather than plimsols. You don’t need running spikes.
Drinks & Snacks
Please bring a filled water bottle. You should not need a snack as the sessions are short. If a snack is brought into the area please not bring NUTS as we have children with nut allergies who attend the sessions.
Registration
Once the coaches are set up, we will register your child on arrival for H&S & Admin purposes. It may be you are asked for confirmation of booking so please have that ready.
Admin and information on costs, bookings etc.
Unfortunately, our coaches cannot answer these questions on the night please contact our Admin team, Kate & Guy. They can be contacted on admin@aspiretogreatness.co.uk
Sessions
In our sessions we aim, over the term, to ensure the children have had the opportunity to try a range of athletics disciplines focussing on agility, balance & co-ordination in a fun and supportive environment. In addition if the local schools are attending activities such as cross country, sportshall, quad kids and district athletics we help prepare them for these in our sessions too.
A session always starts with a game, a lap around the 400m track and athletic warm up drills. The session will then either focus on sprinting, endurance, jumping or throwing. We also try to incorporate agility and strength exercises into the sessions. Our sessions finish either with a lap around the track or a team relay followed by some stretching.
Do you compete during the year?
Yes! We are currently working towards our Summer Greatest Games Championship, where all Aspire to Greatness clubs will come together for a fun and competitive celebration of athletics. In the meantime, we will also be organising friendly competitions between clubs to give children the opportunity to test their skills, build confidence, and enjoy the spirit of teamwork and sportsmanship
