The Programme
High-Performance Training
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High-Performance Training Overview
SpeedPro High-Performance Programme athletes receive coaching and support to prepare them for competition in a performance environment. Generally, the high-performance programme is for athletes aged 11+ who are competing or progressing towards the SpeedPro performance level guidelines below.
The programme has three performance groups, Development, Potential, and Elite, defined by the athlete's progression, not age. Athletes gain access to weekly training sessions at Wimbledon Park, our online workouts, coaching clinics, training plans, and more. Please take a look at the programme description for each programme.
For SpeedPro High-Performance questions, please contact Bjorn Jansen (High-Performance Coach).
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Guidelines
Performance Levels
Entry levels for athletes achieving or tracking towards the SpeedPro performance level Guidelines.
Entry Levels - Performance Development Squad
A two-year programme for emerging athletes demonstrating future performance potential.
U14 (aged: 12 or 13)
Woman
Men
60m
8.90
8.50
100m
13.90
200m
29.60
28.50
300m
47.00
43.00
800m
2:35.00
2:25.00
U16 (aged: 14 or 15)
Woman
Men
60m
8.70
8.00
100m
13.40
12.00
200m
28.60
25.40
300m
46.00
41.00
800m
2:30.00
2:20.00
Programme Description
Stage of Development:
Developing Performance
Athletes Age:
Approximately 11-18 years old
Group Numbers:
Approximately 10 - 20 athletes
Description:
A two-year programme for emerging athletes demonstrating future performance potential. Performance Development Squad athletes receive the following.
- SpeedPro training kit,
- Coach to Athlete(s) training, 3 days per week,
- Invitations to SpeedPro clinics and workshops,
- Online strength and conditioning classes,
- Planning support to assist with learning the fundamentals of developing performance.
Guidelines:
Selection depends on athlete performance potential (performance level and progression), suitable age/stage development needs, or realistically tracking towards the SpeedPro Performance Potential Squad Level Guidelines.
Selection:
Once per year – Post UK domestic season (September)
Review:
Yearly, after UK domestic season
Exit:
Programme exit will happen after progression to the SpeedPro Performance Potential Squad or the end of the two-year developing performance programme.
We aim to allow developing athletes to explore and find their place in Athletics, and in some cases, we will offer a third year in this programme or support the Athlete in finding the right coach for development.
Current Athletes
Athlete
Event(s)
Coach
Club
Entry Levels - Performance Potential Squad
For established athletes who are preparing for the demands of entering the high-performance environment.
U16 (aged: 14 or 15)
Woman
Men
60m
8.40
7.70
100m
12.90
11.90
200m
26.60
24.50
300m
43.00
39.80
800m
2:20.00
2:10.00
U18 (aged: 16 or 17)
Woman
Men
60m
8.00
7.25
100m
12.85
11.35
200m
26.35
23.40
300m
42.50
37.80
400m
61.00
51.00
800m
2:13.00
1:58.50
Programme Description
Stage of Development:
Preparing for Elite Performance
Athlete Age:
Approximately 14-18 years old
Group Numbers:
Approximately 10 - 20 athletes
Description:
For established athletes preparing for the demands of entering the high-performance environment and tracking towards or demonstrating the potential to perform at European or World Junior standards. Performance Potential Squad athletes receive the following.
- SpeedPro training kit,
- Individual weekly training plans,
- Coach to Athlete(s) training, 4 days per week,
- Invitations to SpeedPro clinics and workshops,
- Online strength and conditioning classes,
- Planning support to assist with learning the fundamentals of developing performance,
Guidelines:
Selection based on Performance Potential. They are achieving or tracking towards the SpeedPro Performance Potential Level Guidelines.
Selection:
Twice per year – Post UK domestic season (September) and post indoor and cross-country season (February-March).
Review:
1-2 reviews yearly, post domestic and indoor season de-briefs/reviews.
Exit:
Either progression to the SpeedPro Elite Performance Squad or potential exit based on consideration of individual circumstances (injury/relocation).
We will support and help guide our Performance Potential Athletes to stay in the sport. We will assist the athlete in finding the right group, coach, or event for them.
Current Athletes
Athlete
Event(s)
Coach
Club
Entry Levels - Elite Performance Squad
For established athletes prepared for the elite-performance environment and demonstrated the capability to perform at a European or World Junior Level.
U20+ Athletes
Woman
Men
100m
11.60
10.40
200m
23.60
20.85
400m
53.30
46.50
800m
2:05.00
1:48.00
Programme Description
Stage of Development:
Elite Performance
Athlete Age:
Approximately 18+ years old
Group Numbers:
Determined by athlete performance/as allocated
Description:
For established athletes prepared for the elite-performance environment and demonstrated the capability to perform at a European or World Junior Level. They are tracking towards senior competitions at some stage throughout their career.
- SpeedPro training kit,
- Individual weekly/monthly training plans,
- Coach to Athlete training, 7 days per week.
- Support in obtaining a sponsorship.
Guidelines:
Selection based on Performance Potential. They are achieving or tracking towards the SpeedPro Elite Performance Level Guidelines.
Selection:
Twice per year – Post UK domestic season (September) and post indoor and cross-country season (February-March).
Review:
Programme exit will happen after two years of limited or no progression. We will consider individual circumstances (injury/relocation).
We will support and help guide our elite-performance Athletes and assist the athlete in finding the right coach, or event for them.
Exit:
Programme exit will happen after two years of limited or no progression. We will consider individual circumstances (injury/relocation).
We will support and help guide our elite-performance Athletes and assist the athlete in finding the right coach, or event for them.
Current Athletes
Athlete
Event(s)
Coach
Club