About

Bluebeard coaching philosophy

We adopt an 'athlete centered approach' in which the needs of the athlete are placed before the interests of and pressures imposed by, the club, school, parents or coach.

Training sessions are based around:

• The athletics 365 model

• Fundamental movement patterns

• Focused on multi events, run, jump and throw

• Building from the ground up regardless of abilities

• In a fun, want to be involved, safe environment. 

Speed

High cadence activities of short duration (less than 10 seconds) should be emphasized prior to puberty. E.g., Short standing or flying sprints (5-40m), shuttle relays, games requiring short bursts of speed, “quick foot” movements, and other activities that require rapid movements of the feet, legs and arms.

Endurance

Prior to puberty, athletes should participate in general aerobic endurance activities of moderate duration that the child can accomplish without their technique breaking down. Use running games, aerobic circuits, etc, rather track work for endurance at this age.

Anaerobic Lactate Training

Activities that result in the buildup of high concentrations of lactic acid should not be a part of the program for prepubescent children. Training should never “hurt”.

Training Bias – Technique

Coaches of young athletes should concentrate on fundamental movement skills, some sport-specific skills and strength development through challenges, games and fun activities.

Progression to event specific groups

We firmly believe that a young athlete should be treated as a multi-event athlete, until at least 15-16 years of age.

Coaching team

Lead Coach Marino Rea Danilowicz, assistant Coaches Kate Brazukas, 

Further Information 

If you would like to discuss something about your child's development in our groups, please use the contact form.