Athletic Development: Defining the Discipline

A practical introduction to athletics for coaches of young athletes, covering sprints, middle distance, relays, hurdles, jumps and throws. Each event is broken down into simple coaching cues and skill checkpoints.

Lance Smith

A practical guide to introducing children to athletics through fun, team based games that teach running, jumping and throwing. Ideal for teachers and animators building a foundation for the sport.

IAAF

Traces the origin and evolution of sport from the ancient Olympic Games through the modern era, including the revival led by Pierre de Coubertin. Useful background for understanding where athletics comes from.

European Commission