AscenT Track
Summer Track & Field Clinics
Learn from world-class coaches at state-of-the-art facilities. All events represented (including pole vault). Coaches and athletes of all skill levels welcome.
Location: Columbia University
June 29-30
Location: George Mason University
July 13-14
Location: Harvard University
July 20-21
20+
Olympians coached by clinic staff
1:12
Staff-to-athlete ratio
15+
Colleges represented across 3 divisions
300+
NCAA All-Americans produced by clinic coaches
What to expect
TRAIN WITH TRACK & FIELD COACHES FROM 15+ COLLEGES
Learn from world-class coaches, no matter your event. Meet staff from:
Virginia Tech
Northeastern
George Mason
Davidson
And more!
Harvard
Princeton
Columbia
Stonehill
Amherst
NYU
UMass
UConn
Tufts
URI
LEARN THE CONCEPTS BEHIND ELITE PERFORMANCE
In addition to training, you’ll learn the building blocks of elite performance. From periodization to acceleration mechanics, we’ll break down strategies that will help you improve even after you leave the Ascent Track and Field Clinic. Not only that, but we’ll compile them into a handy training packet you can easily refer to later.
EXPAND YOUR NETWORK AND STAY CONNECTED
Ascent Track Clinics are open to any and all entrants – athletes and coaches of all skill levels, and even passionate fans of the sport. Come meet your peers and college coaches from all over the country. Stay connected once you leave with an exclusive invite to the Ascent Track Discord Community.
TRAIN AT A STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY
Alll Ascent Track Clinics are hosted at state-of-the-art facilities designed for collegiate and professional competition. Follow in the footsteps of track & field greats, and learn what you’re capable of in an environment made for elite performance.
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN PROVEN CURRICULUM
Coaching attendees get access to “coaches only” classroom sessions led by renowned coaches like Boo Shexnayder, Kebba Tolbert, and Dan Ireland.
When you’re not in the classroom, observe real-life applications of proven training strategies as staff critique and empower athletes throughout the clinic.
Learn More about our locations:
Clinic Schedule
(EXAMPLE)
9 AM - 4 PM Daily
MORNING SESSION (VARIES BY EVENT)
8:15 - 9 AM - Registration
9:00 - 9:10 AM - Staff Introductions
9:10 - 9:45 AM - Active Isolated Stretching/Dynamic Warm-Ups
9:45 - 10:15 AM - Acceleration Mechanics
10:15- 11 AM - Acceleration Session
11:00 - 11:30 AM - Breaking Down the Drive Phase
11:10 - 12 PM - Max Velocity Mechanics
12:00 - 1 PM - Lunch
AFTERNOON SESSION (VARIES BY EVENT)
1-1:45 PM - All-Clinic Lecture: Approaching Track & Field from a Mental Health Perspective
1:45-2:15 PM - Strength & Conditioning: Event Specific Periodization and Proper Form
2:15 PM-3 PM - Dynamic Warm-Up #2
3:00-3:25 PM - General Strength Circuit Session
3:25- 3:45 PM - Medicine Ball Routines
3:45- 4 PM - Q & A, Recap of Day
4 PM - Depart Clinic
Frequently asked questions
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No. Any and all entrants are encouraged to attend.
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Though we have access to the indoor track, the 2024 Ascent Track & Field Clinic will be run outdoors, rain or shine. In the event of thunderstorms, the clinic will be delayed until the weather clears.
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There are many hotels in the area, but the number of attendees means space may be limited, so we suggest reserving your room as soon you can.
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All event groups are represented. Sprints (55/60m, 100m, 200m, 300m, 400m), distance (800m, 1600m, 3200m, cross country), throws (javelin, discus, shot put), jumps (high jump, long jump, triple jump, pole vault), and hurdles (55/60h, 100/110h, 300/400ih).
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The $25 fee partly covers the additional costs of insurance and rental of specialized gear (landing mats, poles, standards, etc).
The Ascent Track & Field Clinic rents Harvard University’s facilities, but is not owned, sponsored, or controlled by Harvard University.