Young Athletes Enjoy Athletics Taster Session, 18 July 2026

Blaydon Harriers was delighted to partner with Better Leisure as part of their Open Weekend to deliver a free athletics taster session at Blaydon Leisure Centre.

The session gave children aged 8-11 and 12-16 the opportunity to try a range of athletics activities in a fun, friendly and supportive environment. From running and jumping to developing new skills on the track, the event was designed to introduce young people to the exciting world of athletics and encourage them to get active.

We thoroughly enjoyed working alongside the team at Better Leisure to deliver the session, and it was fantastic to see so many young people getting involved. Most importantly, the children had a great time, while our coaches loved sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for the sport.

Events like these play an important role in helping young people discover athletics, build confidence and experience the benefits of being active as part of a club environment.

As our junior section continues to grow, Blaydon Harriers is currently looking for coaching volunteers to help support our young athletes. No matter your experience level, if you are interested in helping the next generation of runners and athletes develop their skills, we'd love to hear from you.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended the taster session and to Better Leisure for inviting us to be part of the Open Weekend.

Together, we're helping to inspire more young people to get active and discover the enjoyment of athletics.