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Juniors Programme
We are proud to have a thriving Juniors section for children aged 7 to 16.
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​​​We provide a friendly, inclusive and accessible environment for everyone to discover enjoyment from running and athletics, and to develop and achieve their full potential.​
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If you’d like to get involved or want to know more, please email juniors@queensparkharriers.org.uk
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WHEN WE TRAIN​
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Our Juniors session take place on Wednesday Evenings at the Willesden Sports Centre athletics track.
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We train during school term times and it’s a fun environment where children can try various running, jumping and throwing events.
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All you need is a pair of trainers and a water bottle!
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term timetable
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The last session of the Summer Term was on Wednesday 16th July 2025
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We look forward to seeing you for the Autumn Term, starting:
Wednesday 10th September, and continuing until:
Wednesday 17th December.
Note: there will be a break for half term on Wednesday 29th October.
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​THE SESSIONs
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6pm to 7pm
This session is for children aged 7 - 11;
aligning with primary school ages.
Children are divided into two subgroups:​
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Fundamentals is for the youngest in the group, focusing on all round enjoyment of all aspects of athletics.
Foundation will be for those who show an interest in taking part in cross country or summer track & field competitions and who are old enough to do so.
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7pm to 8pm
This session is for those aged 11 - 16;
generally those in secondary school.
Children are divided into two subgroups:
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The Development group will continue to work on all aspects of athletics.
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The Performance group will be for those who show an interest and are committed to taking part in other running events, including cross country and summer track & field competitions.
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EVENTS & COMPETITIONS
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Our young athletes train regularly and many represent the club in various youth leagues and competitions including cross country and track athletics (primarily held on Saturdays). We also compete in The Summer League held every other Sunday during the summer, and is a fun and friendly set of events for the whole family.
See our Events page for a schedule of upcoming and past fixtures.
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Welfare / Safeguarding
We take the safety of your young athletes very seriously, and have an independent safeguarding team.
You can find details of who they are, what they're responsible for and how to contact them on our dedicated Welfare and Safeguarding page.​
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Want to know more?
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Queen's Park Junior parkrun is a great way to get a taste of what we are about.
You and your child can take part and meet the coaches and Queen's Park Harriers' members who regularly attend parkrun.
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Our Juniors' section is popular!
We often have a waiting list, so please get in touch if you'd like your child to join us.
Please email juniors@queensparkharriers.org.uk
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We prioritise children of adult members, siblings of existing junior members and regulars at either Gladstone parkrun or Queen's Park junior parkrun.
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