Structured middle-distance coaching for athletes aged 11+, delivered by SpeedPro at Wimbledon Park, focusing on endurance, pacing, and race development within a supportive group environment.
This programme is designed to help young athletes develop endurance, pacing, and race confidence in a structured group environment. It supports both specialist middle-distance runners and athletes transitioning from shorter events.
Training is delivered in groups, with athletes placed according to development level rather than age alone.

SpeedPro Athlete Thomas Whorton – 2026 U17 Indoor 800m & 1500m Champion
The Focus
Middle-distance training at SpeedPro focuses on building aerobic capacity alongside speed and running efficiency.
Sessions are structured to support long-term development and consistent performance progression.
The Pathway
Middle-distance coaching at Wimbledon is delivered as part of the wider SpeedPro pathway, supporting long-term athlete development.
Athletes progress through clear stages based on readiness and development rather than age.
TRaining Location
Where Middle-Distance Sessions Take Place
Core middle-distance coaching sessions take place at Wimbledon Park Athletics Track, providing a consistent and high-quality training environment. Athletes may also access additional sessions as part of the wider SpeedPro weekly programme.
SpeedPro also offers sprint coaching at Wimbledon for athletes focusing on 100m–400m events.
Training focuses on acceleration, mechanics, and speed development within the same structured pathway.
We offer four free trial sessions so athletes and parents can experience the SpeedPro coaching environment before joining.
Start Your Journey with SpeedPro.
Give your athlete the chance to experience expert coaching in a supportive, high-performance environment. Join SpeedPro for four free trial sessions at Wimbledon Park and discover their capabilities.
Whether they sprint or run middle distance, we’ll help unlock their full potential.

SpeedPro Athlete Holly Townsend - U17 400m and 800m
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