Our Club has a dedicated and experienced team of coaches available to support athletes of all ages and abilities.

For further information regarding training times, coaching sessions and associated fees, please contact the relevant coach directly.

   James Schroeter                                              

Coaching Disciplines - Sprints and Middle-Distance Running Track & Cross Country events.

Philosophy:                    I believe ‘Fitness is 4 Life’.  Everyone can improve on their fitness and their ability regardless of age or impediment. 

Squad:                             Current athletes range from 9 -52 years of age with majority in the 12-20 age range. 

Background:                 

I have Coached in a number of different sports, Karate, AFL, Marathon Running, and now Track and Field before commencing my company in 2016.

I started competing in Track and Field when I turned 50yrs and have competed at State, National and Australasian events.  I bring this lived  competition experience to my coaching enhanced by the below continuous qualifications I gain.

Qualification:             

• Level 3 Performance Coach
• Certificate 3 Gym Instructor 2009
• Level 2 Development Coach
• Level 2 Intermediate Club Coach 2018
• Level 2 Recreational Running Coach
• Advanced Running Coach 2019
• World Athletics CECS Level 1
• Level 1 Community Athletics Coach 2016
• Level 1 Official in all Athletics events
• Athletics Australia Gold Certification Coach

Training Times:               Monday & Thursday:- 6pm to 7.30pm, Saturday*: - 10am to 12pm until Little Athletics Competition commences

                                        *Some Saturday mornings depanding on coach avaliability and track availability

Fees:                                    $15 per session

Contact:                             0417 137 020       Email: james@ironsharpensironfitness.com.au

Craig Chapman - NGA

Coaching Disciplines - Specializing in all Jumps events, Hurdles, Sprints & Distance.

Combined Event coach across all athletic disciplines.  (Sunday – Thursday) Squad spaces are limited for ages 10+.For athletes that want to be proficient in all areas of athletics.

Qualification:

• IAAF Coach since 2009
• IAAF Level 3 Multi Event Coach (Primarily Little Athletics Events)
• Head Coach of ‘Next Generation Athletics’ Squad at Whittlesea City LAC since 2011
• Multus PC assistant Coach since 2018
• ATFCA Member (2013 – 2016)
• ASADA Level 1 & Providing First Aid
• ASCA Level 1 (Strength & Conditioning) 2015
• LAVIC JDS Coach since 2015
• LAVIC ITTC Instructor since 2016
• Our Ladies Of Mercy College (GSV) – Support Coach since 2017
• Mernda Central College – Athletics Sprint Program Coach since 2017
• LAPS (Little Athletics Program for Schools) Skills Coach since 2015
• Athletics Australia Schools Program Skills Coach since 2016

Training Times:               Please contact Craig

Fees:                               Fees for coaching will be negotiated on an individual basis

Contact:                              0413 345 504           Email: cchapm25@ford.com

Joe Kampf – NGA

Coaching Disciplines - Specializing in all Throws specialist in Discus, Shot Put, Javelin & Hammer

Fostering technique & a skill base for athletes wanting to further develop their throws in athletics.  Ages 10+

QUALIFICATIONS

• IAAF Level 1 Community Coach since 2016
• IAAF Level 2 Club Development Coach since 2022

SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENTS

• 2024 Coach of the year nominee

Fees:                               Fees for coaching will be negotiated on an individual basis

Contact:                              0413 128 847           Email: joesphkampf73@gmail.com

Andrea Kewish                    

Coaching Disciplines - High Jump, Hurdles, Long Jump and Sprints

About: Hot Track Athletics Squad                                

I believe in a long term development approach for athletes focusing on teaching fundamental skill development and athleticism within an inclusive fun environment.

I coach a variety of events with my focus on High Jump, Hurdles, Long Jump and Sprints.    Ages 10 +      Small group with limited availability.

Qualification:

• Level 2 Development Coach
• Level 3 Performance Coach
• Specialisation – Jumps
• Specialisation - Sprints, Hurdles and Relays

Training Times:               Monday & Wednesday: Sprints, Hurdles, Long Jump     Sunday: High Jump (places available to suitable athlete)

Fees:                               Fees for coaching will be negotiated on an individual basis

Contact:                              0409 023 230                      Email:  Andrea.kewish@bigpond.com