HOME

RESULTS / NEWS

PHOTOS / VIDEO

ATHLETES

LINKS

2008 BOBCATS - TRACK NORTH'S YOUTH PROGRAM FOR GRADES 4-8

REGISTRATION: Monday May 5th, 2008, From 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Laurentian University Track (You can also register Tues/Wed/Thursday before 6:00 practice)

FIRST PRACTICE:  Tuesday May 6th, 2008 at Laurentian University Track

PROGRAM DURATION: 6 Weeks

PRACTICE DAYS: Monday, Tues, Wed, Thursday (Any or all of these days)

PRACTICE TIME: 6:00 PM

LOCATION: Laurentian University Track

COST: $100 per child or $180 maximum per family

AGES: Grades 4 through 8

PRACTICE DURATION: Practices take about 75 minutes.

CONTACT: Dick Moss (Head Coach) 523-1143 / coach@pedigest.com

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Bobcat Program is designed to introduce young runners to the basics of track and field training-specifically the running and jumping events.  Sprinting, middle distance running, relays and jumping are practiced with an emphasis on fun, skill development and personal improvement. Participants are divided into ability/age groups and focus on exercises, drills and games that match their current abilities. All Bobcat athletes can chose to participate in the Legion Meet held in June  (See Madeleine Woods for further information on the meet).

TYPICAL SESSION

A typical practice begins with a short warmup run, followed by an active warmup routine and drills to practice proper running form and mechanics. These drills are followed by instruction in one or two events. The final 10-15 minutes of each session is spent playing a running-related game, such as ultimate frisbee, soccer, obstacle course relay. A short stretching session completes each session. Sessions last approximately 75 minutes.

OUR GOAL

We hope that runners will leave the Bobcat Program with an improved fitness level, good running mechanics, and a desire to continue in the sport. Grade sevens and eights are welcome to continue summer training with Track North and are welcome to become Track North members throughout their high school years and beyond.