NI Pole Vault Junior Development Programme – Exhibition & Taster Day
Exhibition Day: 13th August 2025 3pm to 5pm
Location: Antrim Forum
READY TO SOAR?
Are you an energetic young athlete curious about something new?
Have you got a gymnastics or athletics background… or just a bold spirit?
Pole vault could be your next big adventure – and we’re giving you the chance to try it at our Exhibition & Taster Day.
WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE DAY
- Live demonstrations from Northern Ireland’s top pole vaulters
- Have-a-go sessions for athletes (ages 14-21)
- Introductory coaching from experienced vault coaches and athletes
- Information sessions for parents, teachers, and volunteers
- Meet Coach Jim Alexander – a leading mentor in vault development
THE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (October 2025 – February 2026)
Following the exhibition day, athletes and mentors/coaches will be invited to join our Pole Vault Development Squad, hosted in Jordanstown.
FOR ATHLETES
- Ages 14-21 from any sporting background
- 10 coached sessions focused on developing key skills
- Safe, welcoming environment with expert support
- Build agility, speed, strength, and confidence
Cost: £100 per athlete for the full programme
Discounted Rate: £60 if the athlete attends with a parent, coach, or club volunteer who also joins the mentoring pathway
FOR COACHES / PARENTS / VOLUNTEERS
- Mentoring from experienced coach Jim Alexander
- Learn pole vault basics in a practical, supported setting
- Take skills back to your club, school, or community
- Certificate of Attendance at programme completion
- Discounted access to a relevant coaching or officiating course (if not already held)
HOW TO REGISTER
Step 1: Sign up for the Exhibition & Taster Day (limited spaces available) (link will be added when we have conformation of venue)
Step 2: Attend on 13 August and try pole vault for yourself (while step 1 and 2 are listed, they are not mandatory, but it would be advisable to attend if you’ve little experience in the discipline)
Step 3: Express interest in joining the full development programme
Step 4: We’ll contact selected athletes and coaches in early September
Express interest here – Foundation | Foundation | Athlete Development Pathway | Athletes in Northern Ireland | Athletics Northern Ireland
Have a question? Contact us at declan.leung@athleticsni.org
