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Otherwise, please continue scrolling to see all Track & Field programs offered through LU Athletics!
Track and Field
U12 & U14 Track Developmental Program
Program Focus: Technical Foundations, Multi-Event Discovery & Skill Mastery
This program is the perfect entry point for kids new to the sport, as well as those looking to refine their competitive edge. We bridge the gap between “play” and “performance” by providing a supportive environment where athletes can discover their favorite events while building an athletic “engine.”
- Sprinting & Relays: We introduce the mechanics of the block start and the teamwork required for high-speed baton exchanges for relay events.
- Hurdling & Jumping: Athletes get hands-on experience with standard hurdles and jumping mats, learning advanced mechanics through safe, step-by-step progressions.
- Integrated Endurance: We build “the tank” through fun, varied distance training that ensures athletes are fit, fast, and resilient across all events.
- The Collegiate Edge: By training alongside record-holding collegiate athletes, kids see firsthand what’s possible while receiving elite-level foundational coaching in Thunder Bay.
The Goal: To help every athlete find their “event” while building the technical base required for long-term success in track or any other high-level sport.
Dates & Times:
- Tuesdays & Thursdays, starting Mar 31st through until June 4th
- 6:00 to 7:30 pm – registration available for single day or both day registrations
Division Ages
- U12 – for birth years 2014, 2015, and 2016 (Grades 4, 5, and 6)
- U14 – for birth years 2012 & 2013 (Grade 7 & 8)
Cost:
- Tuesdays & Thursdays – $200
- Single Day Registration Only – $120
Click here to register online!
U9 Track Future Stars Program
Program Focus: Joy of Movement, Foundational Skills & Sport Discovery
Our U9 program is designed to ignite a passion for track and field. We believe that at this age, the best way to learn is through play. In a high-energy, game-based atmosphere, our coaches introduce the fundamentals of:
- The Sprint: Developing a powerful “piston” or “cyclical” stride.
- The Flight: Learning the basics of jumping into our jumping mats.
- The Clearance: Fun and safe introductions to rhythmic hurdling.
Why Join? We don’t just “run laps.” We build “Physical Literacy.” Your child will develop the coordination and confidence that will serve them in every sport they ever play.
Dates & Times:
- Saturdays, April 11th until June 13th
- No session on Saturday, May 2nd due to LU’s annual electrical shutdown
- 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Division Ages
- U9 is for birth years 2017, 2018, and 2019 (Grades 1, 2, and 3)
Cost:
- $90
Click here to register online!
SUMMMER SPEED, POWER, & AGILITY PROGRAM
Program Focus: The Competitive Advantage for All Sports
Whether your athlete plays hockey, soccer, basketball, or football, speed is the ultimate “X-Factor.” This program is specifically designed for the multi-sport athlete who wants to improve in their primary sport.
- Explosive Acceleration: Work to improve the first 5-10 meters to beat opponents to every ball or puck.
- Max Velocity: Learn how to hold top-end speed with efficient, upright mechanics.
- Coordination & Strength: Build the structural “armor” and footwork needed to change direction safely and powerfully.
The Result: We don’t just make them “track fast”—we make them “game fast.”
Why Choose Our Program?
- The Facility: We train at the Lakehead University Hanger, giving our athletes access to an indoor surface, speed training equipment, such as sleds and electronic timing equipment.
- The Coaching: Our staff consists of elite athletes who have competed at the highest collegiate levels. We bring “big-city” training expertise to our local community.
- The Culture: We foster an environment of discipline, encouragement, and high expectations. We aren’t just building faster runners; we are building more resilient young people.
Ages: For athletes entering Grades 9 through 12 in September 2026
Location: Camps will take place on Lakehead Athletic Facilities premises, both outside and inside. Our address is 955 Sanders Drive.
Dates/Times: Tuesdays & Fridays from 4:30 to 6:00 pm, July 7th to August 21st
Cost:
- $190 for both day registration
- $105 for single day registration
Registration: Registration will go live on Wednesday, March 11th at 12:00 pm!
track & field summer camp (for Grades 3-8)
Description: Join us this summer for our Track & Field Summer Camps! Track & Field Summer Camp will focus on:
- Skills of RUNNING, JUMPING and THROWING in age appropriate sequential progressions
- FUN in a SAFE and ACTIVE learning environment
- Improvement in physical and emotional well being
- Team building atmospheres and effort
- Equal opportunities for girls and boys
This camp is
- Inclusive for all abilities and maturational stages
- Broad based and progressive
- Gender equitable
- Adaptive to children/youth with disabilities
Ages: Athletes entering Grades 3 through 8 in September 2026 (Birth Years Ages 2013 through 2018)
Location: Camps will take place on Lakehead Athletic Facilities premises, both outside and inside. Our address is 955 Sanders Drive.
Dates:
- Week 1: July 13 to 17
- Week 2: July 27 to 31
- Week 3: Aug 10 to 14
Times: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: $150
Registration: Registration will go live on Wednesday, March 11th at 12:00 pm!
track & field high performance camp (for Grades 9-12)
The High Performance Track & Field Development Week is designed to prepare athletes for upcoming fall and winter sport seasons through elite speed training and technical development.
Athletes will participate in structured training sessions focused on improving acceleration, maximum velocity sprint mechanics, and technical event skills such as hurdles. Emphasis will be placed on proper movement mechanics, force production, coordination, and efficient sprint technique to help athletes move faster and more effectively.
In addition to speed development, athletes will complete strength, mobility, and injury prevention work to support long-term athletic performance.
This program promotes more than physical development. Through high-performance training habits, athletes build discipline, confidence, focus, and accountability — skills that transfer directly to both athletic performance and academic success, supporting the development of well-rounded student-athletes.
Ideal for: Multi-sport athletes, track & field athletes, and students looking to improve speed, movement quality, and overall athletic performance.
Ages: For athletes entering Grades 9 through 12 in September 2026
Location: Camps will take place on Lakehead Athletic Facilities premises, both outside and inside. Our address is 955 Sanders Drive.
Dates & Times: Aug 24 to 28, 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Cost: $150.00
Registration: Registration will go live on Wednesday, March 11th at 12:00 pm!
Registration Instructions
- Navigate to our registration portal at: https://luathletics.lakeheadu.ca/
- Log in to your account by clicking “Sign In” at the top right of our registration portal. Be sure to use the main username/email box to sign in, unless you are a lakehead faculty, student, or staff. If you are a current lakehead faculty, student, or staff with a MyInfo login, please select “click here for Lakehead User login” and use those credentials.
- For first time users, hit “sign up” at the bottom of the pop up box. Please create your user account using the parents information. Do not create the account in your child’s name.
- If you do not remember your username or password, you can hit “trouble logging in” to get your username sent to you or request a password reset email. You can also email athleticsfrontdesk@lakeheadu.ca or activeu@lakeheadu.ca for account access support
- Navigate to your program of choice by going to Program Registration, selecting the classification “Youth Programs”, and then selecting the correct “Semester”. You can narrow your search further by “Category” if desired (ActiveU, Basketball, etc.)
- Select your desired program.
- Click “Register” next to the offering you are wanting to register for. Then, click “register” next to your child’s name. If your child is not there, click “add a family member” to create their profile
- If the register button is missing, it is likely that you or your child are missing a birthday on your profile! You can edit or add birthdays by hitting your username in the top right corner of the page. You’ll need to change the ‘Viewing As’ person to the individual whose birthday you are trying to change, and then can hit the edit button.
- Complete the camp registration steps
- For the waiver page, be sure to click on the grey box and then sign in the white pop up box
- For the custom prompts, make sure you have selected a response for all required questions
- Check out
- You will receive a confirmation email if registration has been completed correctly.