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Training is cancelled tonight (9th July) due to the weather. 🌞

Sorry for any inconvenience. Should be back to normal on Monday 💛🖤💛

We're sorry to announce that training is cancelled tomorrow (25th June) due to the weather. Stay safe in the heat 🥵🌞

Should be back to normal on Monday 💛🖤💛

🖤💛 Are you on our Waiting List? 💛🖤

If you're currently waiting for a place at B&NM, we'd love to hear from you.

As a volunteer-led club, the number of athletes we can welcome is closely linked to the number of people helping at our sessions.

Have you ever thought about getting involved?

Whether you can spare a little time helping at sessions, or you're interested in coaching, we'd love to welcome you to the team. No experience is needed, and we'll support you every step of the way.

✨ More volunteers = more opportunities for young athletes.

If you'd like to find out more about joining the club or becoming part of our volunteer team, please get in touch.

📧 [email protected]

Together, we can help more children enjoy athletics and be part of our growing club. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🖤💛

We're looking for a passionate Athletics Coach or Assistant Coach to help inspire, develop, and support athletes of all ages and abilities in our local community.

We're looking for someone who is:

✅ Enthusiastic and motivating
✅ Reliable and committed
✅ Great with athletes, parents, and fellow coaches
✅ Passionate about athlete development and performance
✅ A positive team player

If you love athletics and want to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

📩 Get in touch for more information:

[email protected]

Please take care in the heat!

If you're training:
- Bring plenty of water
- Wear protective clothing: hats & sun glasses, etc.
- Wear suncream SPF30 minimum
- Get some shade
- Don't over exert yourself
- Be aware of heat exhaustion symptoms

For more info:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/beat-the-heat-hot-weather-advice/beat-the-heat-staying-safe-in-hot-weather

We'll keep you updated for Thursday's session

Team Blackley 💛🖤💛

💛🖤💛 JULY COMPS 💛🖤💛

🏃🏿‍♂️🌟 Interested in coaching? Start your journey with Leading Athletics! 🌟🏃‍♀️

Have you ever thought about helping at training sessions, supporting younger athletes, or taking your first steps into coaching?

The England Athletics Leading Athletics workshop is a fantastic introduction to leading athletics activities and is open to anyone aged 14+. It's ideal for:

✅ Young athletes looking to give back to the sport
✅ Parents interested in helping at club sessions
✅ Volunteers wanting to develop new skills
✅ Anyone considering a future in athletics coaching

The workshop introduces the key skills needed to help deliver fun, safe, and engaging athletics activities, and can be a great first step towards further coaching development. It involves two 90min online sessions and costs just £20. Participants can support qualified coaches and gain valuable experience within a club environment.

At B&NMAC, we're keen to support individuals who want to get involved and explore coaching opportunities. Whether you're a parent, athlete, or simply passionate about helping young people enjoy athletics, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 [email protected]

Together, we can inspire the next generation of athletes. 💛🖤💛

🖤💛 How to Become a Coaching Helper at B&NMAC 💛🖤

Interested in supporting young athletes, gaining experience, or taking your first steps into coaching?

Becoming a Coaching Helper is easier than you might think!

1️⃣ Show Your Interest

Start by having a chat with a member of our coaching team.

Tell us:
🏃 What interests you about helping at the club
📅 When you're available
🎯 What you'd like to get involved with
🌟 Whether you're interested in progressing towards coaching qualifications

No experience is necessary – just enthusiasm and a willingness to help.

2️⃣ Complete a Volunteer Form

We'll ask you to complete a simple volunteer form so we can learn more about you.

Tell us about:
✅ Your skills and experience
✅ Your interests
✅ Any qualifications you already have
✅ Areas where you'd like to develop

This helps us find the right role for you and provide the support you need.

3️⃣ Complete Our Safeguarding Requirements

To help keep our athletes safe, all non-qualified volunteers are asked to complete a Self-Declaration & Disclosure Form before supporting sessions.

This is a straightforward part of our safeguarding process and helps ensure a safe, positive environment for everyone.

4️⃣ Get Stuck In!

Once you're ready, join the team and start helping at sessions.

Our coaches and volunteers will:
🤝 Support you along the way
📚 Help you develop new skills
🏃 Introduce you to coaching activities
💬 Answer any questions you have
You'll be part of a friendly team helping young athletes learn, develop, and enjoy the sport.

Want to Take the Next Step?

If you'd like to become a qualified coach, we can help.

Blackley Athletics Club is committed to supporting volunteers who wish to progress their coaching journey through training, mentoring, and qualification opportunities.

📧 [email protected]

Join our team and help inspire the next generation of athletes! 🖤💛