Training & coaching
A programme of running activities for juniors up to the end of Year 13, from a general programme for all abilities to specific training for juniors who want to compete for Ilkley.
Check with Shirley first
Most sessions have waiting lists, so please don’t just turn up. Email juniors@ilkleyharriers.org.uk to check it’s OK.
Try two sessions
A newcomer may attend 2 sessions before joining.
First-claim members only
Under-16s join JIH (free if you pay session fees or volunteer, £20 otherwise). Over-16s join Ilkley Harriers (£20 a year). Family membership of Ilkley Harriers does not include under-16s.
General programme
Training generally starts at school Year 3. We aim for at least 20 weeks of training a year, and most sessions run many more. If you’re on a waiting list, we’ll get you onto the programme as soon as we can.
Specific programme
For juniors who want to keep going with athletics and train to compete for Ilkley. We expect a high level of commitment, motivation, self-discipline and behaviour, and the maturity to work hard in smaller groups with specific coaches.
Over 16?
Post-16s are free to mix and match senior and junior training sessions, but the appropriate parental forms must be provided.
Anyone attending junior-led sessions must be a first-claim member of Junior Ilkley Harriers or Ilkley Harriers.
Interested in joining a session?
Contact Shirley to check for places before coming along.