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This is the twelfth year of the Athletics Auckland Aspire Development Academies. The upcoming two-day academy will give endurance athletes aged 10-16 years the opportunity to work on advancing their skills and knowledge in endurance training. Many athletes that have been through the Aspire Academy have gone on to represent the Auckland in Regional or National school and or club events.

Dates: Thursday 11 and Friday 12 July 2024

Venue: Mt Smart stadium, Penrose on Day 1 and Bruce Pulman Park (Gate A, 90 Walters Road) Takanini on Day 2

Times: 9.30am to 3.00pm

Cost: $50 (Covers both days)

Academy Coaches:

Neil Bartlett: Athletics Auckland Coach Development manager and ANZ Accredited coach

Damian Blocki: ANZ Accredited coach and ANZ Endurance coach to Oceania Games

Coach or Teacher: An invitation is offered to any athletes who have a coach to attend and share their thoughts and ideas with the Academy coaches.

Athletes: This two-day coaching event is open to all club and school athletes.

Closing date and payment details:

Please complete your online registration via the Athletics Auckland website by Tuesday 9 July 2024.

Further information: If you require any further information, please contact Neil Bartlett by email at development@athleticsauckland.co.nz

2024 Aspire Distance Academy Flyer