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Sprint
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School year 7 & upward

If you want to improve your running technique and speed, Woodford green AC is an excellent place to start.

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From £54.00 per annum

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About

We work closely with England Athletics and qualified coaches to ensure you or your child is offered expert guidance. 

We receive athletes from year 7 upwards, while year 3 to 6 athletes can enrol on the WASPS section of the club.

Our various training sessions take place at Ashton Playing Fields and are tailored to mixed abilities.

The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging.


What to expect

Our sprinting program builds on the foundations of speed, strength and durability required for world-class performance.

A typical session will start with the following:

  1. Warmups
  2. Drills
  3. Training session
  4. Lastly, a cooldown & stretches

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Lower: Under 15

Age 12 to 14 on 31st August
Eubert Malcolm & Kenny King

Sprint coaches for lower ages

Times
  • Tuesdays, 6 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Thursdays, 6 pm - 7:30 pm

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Upper: U17 to U20 age group

AGE 14 to 17 on 31st August
Coach P Franklin

For athletes aged 14 to 17 on 31st August—a pivotal stage where strong foundations meet growing ambition, and performance begins to take shape.

About

Positioned between younger development squads (U15) and senior-level (U23) groups, it offers a focused, age-appropriate environment that meets athletes exactly where they are. It’s the ideal setting for those ready to train with intent, progress alongside their peers, and prepare for the next level.

Times & Standards
  • Tues Club Nights (6–7:30pm)
    Plyometrics Units, Speed & Endurance Conditioning, for PB Awards Black 6+ athletes.
  • Thurs Club Nights (5:50–7pm)
    Speed & Endurance Conditioning, for PB Awards Blue 5+ athletes.
  • Sat Morning (10-11am)
    Sprint Mechanics or Strength/Plyometrics Units.
  • Sat Morning (11-12am)
    Speed & Endurance Conditioning for PB Awards Blue 5+ athletes.
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    Upper & senior athletes

    Age 16+ on 31st August
    Alan James & GLADYS BIRD

    Sprint coaches for ages 15+ to senior athletes.

    Times
    • Tuesdays: 6-7:30
    • Thursdays: 6-7:30 
    • Saturday: 9:30-12:00
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    Find us

    Ashton Playing Fields
    Woodford Green AC with Essex Ladies

    598 Chigwell Road,
    Woodford Bridge
    Essex, IG8 8AA


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