2026–2027 Season · Grades 1 to 6
Youth Program
Run, jump and throw · Terry Fox and the Dome
Who it’s for
Grades 1 to 6
Ages 6 to 11, in two age streamsSession length
Six to eight weeks
Once or twice per weekCoach ratio
1:10 minimum
All staff police-checked and certifiedWhere
Two locations
Terry Fox Athletic Facility and the Dome @ Louis Riel2026–2027 Sessions
Programs run right through the year. Each session has its own dates, times and fees — open one for the full details and to register.
Summer Camp details are in the camp information package.
About the Program
The Ottawa Lions Track & Field Club has been offering specific programs for youth over the past twenty years. During this time, we have continued to develop and improve our programs. Our current programs provide children with opportunities to develop and improve their athletic abilities while having fun.
Our philosophy is that young athletes should develop a wide variety of sport skills. This will result in children with diverse athletic proficiencies and a higher likelihood of them finding a life-long sport. We encourage parents to expose their children to as many sports as possible.
Ideal for young athletes participating in any sport, our program targets the basic skills of running, jumping, and throwing that are an intrinsic part of almost every sport. Improving these abilities will transfer to increased performance in almost any sport. We also address the physical challenges of our growing youth by applying progressive motor skill development, combined with physical strength training, to enhance performance potentials for all sports.
Ages 6 to 8
We concentrate on building the fundamental movements that are the basis of success in any sport, while not forgetting our Track & Field roots. We stress locomotion, stability, and manipulative skills that are common to most sports. The emphasis on constant activity makes for a fun experience for the child, while insuring gains in fitness.
Ages 8 to 11
Athletes take part in a program based on Athletics Canada’s popular “Run Jump Throw” program, developing the ability to run, jump and throw correctly. We expose them to most of the Olympic Track & Field events and encourage them to perform and enjoy those events.
What Athletes Get
Skill development
Run, jump, throw
Athletes show improved technique and learn the basics of most Track & Field events.Confidence
Room to try
Our program gives children the confidence they need to challenge themselves.Off-season training
For any sport
A great way to keep young athletes in shape during the summer and off-season, and enhance their core skills.Dedicated staff
Certified coaches
All staff are certified in Run Jump Throw and First Aid, and have undergone a police check.What Each Session Covers
During the school year we offer six to eight week programs, with the option of athletes attending once or twice per week.
Fall Cross Country Program
The fall Cross Country Program is an eight-week program, developed for children aged 6–11. It teaches them the proper techniques for cross country running, and prepares them for their school championships.
Fall Power Speed Program
The fall Power Speed Program is an eight-week program designed to combine training for the basic skills of running, jumping and throwing with building off-season fitness for any sport.
Winter I, II, III and Spring
Our winter and spring programs run for six weeks and are designed to teach the fundamental skills of running, jumping, and throwing, and expose the children to Track & Field. Children improve in all aspects of physical conditioning in a fun way.
Summer Speed/Power Program
The summer Power Speed Program is designed to combine training for the basic skills of running, jumping and throwing with building off-season fitness for any sport.
Summer Camps
We offer one-week sport camps with mornings dedicated to running, jumping and throwing, and Track & Field. The afternoon session covers a number of other sports, as well as games and crafts.
Also Available
Spring school programs
We offer Track & Field programs to elementary schools in our region. These programs expose students to a wide variety of athletic skills and events that would not otherwise be offered in their schools.
Sports club training
We offer club sport teams sport-specific run, jump and throw training.
Locations
Special Rates
Discounts are applied at registration.