This is a specialised running squad for distance,
middle distance, cross-country and steeplechase athletes.
The highly qualified and experienced coaching staff
caters for all ability levels from Junior athletes up to Senior
Elite runners. Numerous members of the running squad have represented
Queensland and Australia at National and international competitions.
Many started as Junior Athletes with little experience and have
gradually developed into Senior Elite athletes due to their commitment
and involvement with the squad. The group training environment
not only promotes improved performances, but also contributes
to individual social, emotional and physical development.
There is a monthly coaching fee, depending on the
athlete's training requirements.
COACHES
Roy Rankin
Head Coach Level V Middle/Long
Distance Events; Former Australian & Queensland Middle Distance
Champion; Athletics Australia World Junior Endurance Coach; Bachelors
of Human Movement, Physical Education & Physiotherapy. Master
of Sports Physiotherapy
Eddie Salmon
Coach Level IV Middle/Long Distance events; Sprints,
Strength and Conditioning Coach; Masters Champion Distance Athlete;
Australian Paralympic Distance Coach
TRAINING DAYS/LOCATION
TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Various locations including Clem Jones Centre, Carina;
UQ; QE11; Venmans Reserve; Daisy Hill Forest Park etc. Senior
and Elite athletes have additional sessions as required, including
gymnasium, pool and recovery sessions.
Occasional training camps are held, as well as monthly
time trials to assess the athlete's progress.
REQUIREMENTS
ALL athletes need to be financial members of TEES
Athletics Club and Queensland Athletics.
ALL athletes must be of at least high school age
or above.
ALL athletes should be committed to improving their
performances by attending regular training sessions. The training
commitment is negotiated with the coaching staff, depending on
the athlete's 'training age' and athletic goals.
For more information regarding the TEES Athletics/
Active Edge Running Squad, please contact: Roy Rankin
3390 4547 sepankin@bigpond.com or
mobile: 0403 532 265