Essendon Little Athletics offers a coaching program to all registered athletes free of charge.

Coaching is optional and is a great way of meeting athletes in different age groups.

COACHING FOR THE 2024/25 TO BEGIN MONDAY 30TH OF SEPTEMBER!

Paul, Nina & Katie – U6-U8 Athletes – Monday 5.00pm to 5.45pm

Athletes will be trained on fundamental skills during this time, covering all events undertaken by these age groups.

There will be a rotation of skills covered each week, with a focus on building skills and having fun.

Paul, Nina & Katie- U9-U17 Athletes – Monday 5.45pm to 6.30pm

During this time, athletes will have the option to coach in specific areas.

Running, Hurdles and Jumping – this will be coached Nina Lawson and Katie Baynes.

Each Monday coaching session will focus on a different event. These will rotate throughout the season. There will always be a running/jumping and throwing options.

Travis Wilson – Throws Coaching U11+ – Monday 5.00pm to 5.45pm

Throwing – this will be coached by Travis Wilson. Travis will coach shot put, discus and javelin.

Throws group, as per last season, numbers are limited for safety and training effectiveness

Relay Training

Relay training will be provided to all athletes competing in Region and State Relays. Times and dates for this will be advised once relays have been confirmed.

Specialised Coaching for U9 and older

For those athletes and parents who would like additional coaching please feel free to contact the below coaches. These coaches will advise days/times they are available and the costs associated with their coaching.

Gregor Gojrzewski – 0411 131 645

Coaches 400m, 800m, 1500m.
Helps to develop technique, speed & fitness.

Martin Sheppard – 0404 022 355

High Jump Coach.
Helps to develop technique & fitness.

Coaching Videos

For those who would like to see some best practice videos to see how they can help their children and other athletes, check out the link below: 

Are you a Parent that is interested in joining our Coaching Team?

LAVic offers a program called ITLAS: Introduction to Teaching Little Athletics Skills. This program is designed to help participants become better placed to assist children to perform basic athletic skills. The course is great for parents, volunteers, previous Little Athletes and school teachers, who want to know a little more about the skills of the sport.

Registrations for the next round of ITLAS coaching sessions are open, please check below.

ELAC welcomes parent involvement and encourages anyone interested to discuss how you could support our coaching program with a centre representative.