Program Details
Introduction to the fundamentals of running, jumping, throwing, and wheeling (for para athletes) applicable to all sports, including track & field. The goal is to build the foundations of athleticism and Sport for Life. Includes para athletes.
Available for u11 athletes, ages 6 to 10 (born 2020 to 2016, age calculated December 31, 2026). Offered as an 8-week program.
The goal is to have practice days and times consistent throughout the year, with only the practice locations changing each season to accommodate the weather and the group's training needs.
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Summer Session A (May - June) Schedule
Summer Session B (July - August) Schedule
Summer Session B (July - August) Schedule
Monday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Jumping, & Wheeling
Wednesday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Throwing, & Wheeling
Summer Session A Start Date
Monday, May 4, 2026
Summer Session A End Date
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Cancellations
May 18 (Holiday)
June 15 (Tetrathlon)
*The goal is to host all sessions at Fortis. Currently, this location is only confirmed for the month of May. If the time is not available at Fortis for June onwards, sessions will be moved to the Pearlgate Track. If this happens, and you can not attend sessions at Pearlgate, a pro-rated refund will be provided. It is very likely all sessions will occur at Fortis.
Summer Session B (July - August) Schedule
Summer Session B (July - August) Schedule
Summer Session B (July - August) Schedule
Monday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Jumping, & Wheeling
Wednesday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Throwing, & Wheeling
Summer Session B Start Date
Monday, June 29, 2026
Summer Session B End Date
Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Cancellations
July 1 (Canada Day)
July 6 (Tetrathlon)
August 3 (Tetrathlon)
*The goal is to host all sessions at Fortis. Currently, this location is only confirmed for the month of May. If the time is not available at Fortis for June onwards, sessions will be moved to the Pearlgate Track. If this happens, and you can not attend sessions at Pearlgate, a pro-rated refund will be provided. It is very likely all sessions will occur at Fortis.
Fall Schedule
Summer Session B (July - August) Schedule
Winter Schedule
Monday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Jumping, & Wheeling
Wednesday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Throwing, & Wheeling
Fall Start Date
September 2026
Fall End Date
November 2026
Cancellations
TBD
Winter Schedule
Winter Schedule
Winter Schedule
Monday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Jumping, & Wheeling
Wednesday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Throwing, & Wheeling
Winter Start Date
January 2027
Winter End Date
February 2027
Cancellations
TBD
Spring Schedule
Winter Schedule
Spring Schedule
Monday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Jumping, & Wheeling
Wednesday
17:00-18:00
@ Fortis Canada Games Complex
Focus: Running, Throwing, & Wheeling
Spring Start Date
March 2027
Spring End Date
April 2027
Cancellations
Easter Monday
Location Details
Trial 2 FREE Sessions!
Trial 2 FREE Sessions!
Pearlgate Track
120 Old Placentia Road
Fortis Canada Games Complex
20 Lambe's Lane, St. John's
The Works Fieldhouse
17 Westerland Rd, St. John's
Bowring Park - Skate Park
305 Waterford Bridge Rd, St. John's
Trial 2 FREE Sessions!
Trial 2 FREE Sessions!
Trial 2 FREE Sessions!
Come trial any two Pearlgate sessions for FREE! Register for the sessions you want to trial with the button below. Coaches will automatically be notified when you register. Once the form is submitted, you are all set to come out!
All that's needed are a pair of running shoes, a water bottle, and weather appropriate clothing. Sessions are rain-or-shine.
Certified Coaches
Trial 2 FREE Sessions!
Certified Coaches
Lead coaches are experienced, trained, and certified through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) at the Club Coach Level.
All coaches and chaperones have up-to-date NCCP Safe Sport Training (Direct-Athlete Contact), Understanding the Rule of 2 training, and a criminal record and vulnerable sector check.