We’re pleased to continue our Children’s Athletics Camps at Wilberforce Road Athletics Track.

These popular camps are designed to give children the chance to try a range of athletics activities, develop new skills, and enjoy being active in a supportive and inclusive environment.

All sessions are led by qualified and DBS-checked coaches, ensuring a high-quality and safe experience for all participants.

Our camp sessions are open to children in Year 3 to Year 9, of all abilities.

Camp Details:

Available Dates:

2026

• Tuesday and Wednesday 1st/2nd September
• Thursday 29th October

2027

• Thursday 18th February
• Wednesday and Thursday 31st/1st April
• Thursday 3rd June
• Wednesday and Thursday 28th/29th July 2027

• Time: 9:30am to 3:15pm
• Location: Wilberforce Road Athletics Track, Cambridge, CB3 9AD
• Cost: £25 per child per day
• School Year Groups:
  • Years 3–4 – Staff ratio 1:10 (max 20 children)
  • Years 5–6 – Staff ratio 1:10 (max 20 children)
  • Years 7–9 – Staff ratio 1:12 (max 24 children)

Children will rotate through the following five athletics sessions:

1. Long Jump
2. High Jump
3. Throws – Javelin (Howlers) & Shot Put
4. Endurance
5. Sprints & Mini Hurdles

Every session includes coaching suitable for all abilities. Children will receive a "Personal Best" Certificate at the end of each day.

Daily Schedule:

• 9:30am – Registration (in the Pavilion)
• 9:45 to 10:00am – Group warm-up
• 10:05 to 10:55am – Session 1
• 11:00 to 11:50am – Session 2
• 11:55am to 12:45pm – Session 3
• 12:50–1:20pm – Lunch (in the Pavilion)
• 1:25–2:15pm – Session 4
• 2:20–3:15pm – Session 5
• 3:15–3:30pm – Cool down and collection (from the Pavilion)

What to Bring:

Parents are asked to ensure their child(ren) come prepared with:

• A packed lunch and snacks
• A refillable water bottle
• Sunscreen and a sun hat
• Appropriate footwear
• Layers of clothing to suit unpredictable weather

How to Book:

1. Registration: Parents must first register themselves online as a Pay As You Train member – this is free of charge.
2. Booking: Once registered, bookings (of up to three children) can be made:
   • In person at reception
   • Over the phone
   • Via the app
   • On our website
3. After booking, parents will receive a registration form via email to provide all necessary details about their child(ren). Please ensure this is completed before your child attends their Athletics Camp session(s).

Any questions please email junioractivities@sport.cam.ac.uk

Please click here to read the full Terms and Conditions of our Children's Athletics Camps