For athletes with some experience or newcomers. Focuses on sports therapy, strength and conditioning, and event coaching to nurture emerging talent.
The Athletics academy is dedicated to nurturing exceptional athletic talent through personalised coaching and comprehensive support. It caters to athletes at various stages of their development, from emerging talents to elite competitors.
To ensure that each athlete receives the appropriate guidance, the academy operates a unique three-tier system: Podium, Performance, and Potential. This structure allows for tailored support based on each athlete’s experience and goals.
In the Podium tier, the focus is on elite athletes preparing for international competitions, providing specialised training and mental conditioning. The Performance tier supports athletes striving to enhance their skills and competitive edge, while the Potential tier nurtures emerging talents, laying a solid foundation for their future success.
The Athletics academy takes pride in its successful alumni, including athletes such as Daryll Neita and Jeriel Quainoo, who have excelled on the global stage. Through this comprehensive approach, the academy empowers athletes to achieve their aspirations, fostering a culture of excellence and resilience.
Explore the programme highlights of The Oaklands Wolves Athletics Academy.
Training with the Athletics Academy offers a well-structured system designed to foster athletic development, having successfully guided over 20 athletes to both international and national representation. The academy's primary aim is to elevate each athlete to a higher level from the moment they join, ensuring a personalised pathway for growth.
For athletes with some experience or newcomers. Focuses on sports therapy, strength and conditioning, and event coaching to nurture emerging talent.
For athletes with a top 50 Power of 10 ranking or English Schools experience. Provides sports osteopathy, therapy, strength and conditioning, and event coaching.
For elite athletes with a top 15 Power of 10 ranking or have competed at English Schools level. Includes comprehensive support such as sports osteopathy, therapy, strength and conditioning, psychology, lifestyle analysis, nutrition, and event coaching.
The only formal requirement of joining the athletics academy is to be enrolled on one of our full time courses.
All Oaklands Wolves Athletes are required to purchase their kit from KitKing.
Student accommodation at our St Albans Campus is available for those enrolled in the sports academies. Our aim is to create a safe, supportive community that helps you transition smoothly away from home.
Our athletics academy is proud to have produced some of the UK's most exceptional talent, including:
These remarkable athletes exemplify our commitment to empowering excellence.
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ryan.freckleton@oaklands.ac.uk