Athletics

Training Groups

We have a selection of performance and recreational training groups for you to get involved with! Can't find a group that fits you or need additional information? Then contact the committee at su-athletics@bath.ac.uk or head coach Colin Bovell at cb267@bath.ac.uk.

Taster sessions for the recreational sprint/endurance groups will both take place on Monday 30th September at 18:30 at the Indoor Sprint Track in the STV. Don't worry if you miss this - training sessions during the first week of class will also serve as tasters!

Sprints & Hurdles

Performance sprints & hurdles

The BUCS Target, Sprints and Hurdles Squad covers 100-400m flat and hurdles and is open to Athletes whose PB's match those of BUCS finalists. It is coached by Colin Bovell, University of Bath Head Coach. He has coached to Olympic level and has a history of producing BUCS and National Champions over these distances. 

Interested? Email Colin Bovell at cb267@bath.ac.uk for more info!

Recreational sprints

For those interested in improving their sprint technique as well as their general fitness, the recreational sprint group is for you!

In sessions that take place twice a week on Mondays at 18:30 and Wednesdays at 17:30 on the indoor and outdoor track, you will be able to focus on improving your speed in a very welcoming group with plenty of social opportunities throughout the year. As well as this, many of the group compete in the Exeter Varsity competition which gives you an opportunity to represent the university!

Interested? Go along to the taster sessions (See Latest News tab for details) or email ec2138@bath.ac.uk for any more info!

You can also follow the Bath Sprints Instagram page for more news!

Middle Distance and Endurance 

Performance Endurance

The Performance Endurance Group covers athletes looking to dedicate themselves to train for distances ranging from 800m-5000m. Coached by Martin Rush, you will join a group targeting BUCS competitions with multiple sessions every week.

Interested? Email Martin Rush at martin1rush@hotmail.com or su-athletics@bath.ac.uk for more info!

Recreational Endurance

Qualified student coaches lead sessions twice a week – Mondays at 18:30 and Wednesdays at 16:30 – for athletes across a range of abilities. 

Everyone from the beginner, to those who are training for track, XC and road races is welcome at Rec and we ensure everyone is catered and made welcome in the group

All sessions are taken by qualified coaches and typically we will have at least 3 coaches and helpers present at every session. This allows for the group to be split and allows everyone to find athletes they feel comfortable training with. 

These sessions are held on the track or around campus, the information for this will be shared in advance. 

Interested? Email Raj Patadia at rp2045@bath.ac.uk for any more info!

For the 2025/26 academic year, we are looking at adding an additional training slot on Friday afternoon in collaboration with Triathlon. More details on this to come in the future. 

You can also go along to the taster sessions (See top of the page for details) and join the Bath Endurance Instagram and Facebook pages for more news.

Horizonal Jumps

For those looking to develop their competitive career in horizontal jumps. Previous experience at county level or above and/or a club background will be of great benefit. The training can be quite tough, but if you stick with it you are likely to improve!

Interested? Email Julie Alexander ja2048@gmail.com for more info!