Athletics Club Training
Athletes move to the main club sessions at around age 12, , once they've built a foundation of running, jumping
and throwing skills.
Secondary school children can join the club directly. Primary school children start in our Run + Jump + Throw Club and progress to the main club between ages 11-12 as they develop.
The club training sessions run on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings at Craigswood Sports Centre, Livingston, with training groups available for all abilities.
What is it?
There are four stages in our coaching structure, providing athletes with a progressive pathway from "playground to podium."
At the start of the pathway, the focus is on multi-event skills development. Athletes are encouraged to try a variety of events, covering both track and field, with the emphasis on developing skills and improving fitness in a fun and supportive environment.
As athletes progress, the approach becomes more event specific, with event groups available for sprints, endurance, jumps and throws.
Who is it for?
Secondary school pupils and young adults who want to build on the skills learned in RJT.
With groups for sprints, endurance, jumps, throws and multi-events, there's a training group to suit everyone - whether you're aiming to compete regularly or just want to train for fitness and enjoyment.
Schedule
When is it?
Most training groups train twice per week, on Monday and Wednesday evenings.
Where is it?
The athletics club trains at the outdoor athletics track at Craigswood Sports Centre, Livingston.
Membership Costs & Benefits
The monthly fee starts at £16.50 per month for one session per week, and includes the following benefits:
Registration
How do I register?
Secondary school (12+)
You can register online for a free 4-week taster. Your direct debit is set up during registration, and payments start automatically after the 4 weeks unless you cancel before then.
Primary school (P2-S1)
Children in P2-S1 join through our Run + Jump + Throw Club
Young Adults
Looking to join as a young adult? See our Young Adult Training page
Do you have space?
Please check the registration form for up-to-date availability. When a session is full, we will close registration.
Holiday Dates
Club training runs for 50 weeks of the year and throughout the summer holidays.
We have a short break over the Christmas holiday periods.
Secondary school children can join the club directly. Primary school children start in our Run + Jump + Throw Club and progress to the main club between ages 11-12 as they develop.
The club training sessions run on Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings at Craigswood Sports Centre, Livingston, with training groups available for all abilities.
- Primary school (P2-S1) - check out our Run + Jump + Throw Club
- Secondary school (S1-S6) - read on below for full details then register for a free taster
- Young Adults - jump to our Young Adult Training page
What is it?
There are four stages in our coaching structure, providing athletes with a progressive pathway from "playground to podium."
At the start of the pathway, the focus is on multi-event skills development. Athletes are encouraged to try a variety of events, covering both track and field, with the emphasis on developing skills and improving fitness in a fun and supportive environment.
As athletes progress, the approach becomes more event specific, with event groups available for sprints, endurance, jumps and throws.
Who is it for?
Secondary school pupils and young adults who want to build on the skills learned in RJT.
With groups for sprints, endurance, jumps, throws and multi-events, there's a training group to suit everyone - whether you're aiming to compete regularly or just want to train for fitness and enjoyment.
Schedule
When is it?
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Mon | 7.30 - 9.00 pm |
| Wed | 7.30 - 9.00 pm |
| Fri | 6.15 - 7.30 pm |
Most training groups train twice per week, on Monday and Wednesday evenings.
Where is it?
The athletics club trains at the outdoor athletics track at Craigswood Sports Centre, Livingston.
Membership Costs & Benefits
The monthly fee starts at £16.50 per month for one session per week, and includes the following benefits:
- 50 weeks of club training per year
- Free entry to Livingston Junior Grand Prix
- Free entry to club league matches
- Free entry to team relay events
- Pre-entry to Livingston Open Meetings
- Scottish Athletics membership
Registration
How do I register?
Secondary school (12+)
You can register online for a free 4-week taster. Your direct debit is set up during registration, and payments start automatically after the 4 weeks unless you cancel before then.
Primary school (P2-S1)
Children in P2-S1 join through our Run + Jump + Throw Club
Young Adults
Looking to join as a young adult? See our Young Adult Training page
Do you have space?
Please check the registration form for up-to-date availability. When a session is full, we will close registration.
Holiday Dates
Club training runs for 50 weeks of the year and throughout the summer holidays.
We have a short break over the Christmas holiday periods.
| Holiday | Dates |
|---|---|
| Christmas 2026 | Wed 23 Dec - Mon 4 Jan |