CLUB ORGANIZATION

Norwesters Track and Field Club is a non-profit society registered under the Societies Act (B.C.). The Club is affiliated with the B.C. Amateur Athletics Association (B.C.A.A.A.) the Provincial Governing body for Track and Field, and Athletics Canada. It has been a major track and field organization since 1960. The Club is governed by a Board of Directors of not more than sixteen elected by the Club membership. It has its own constitution.

CROSS COUNTRY /INDOOR SEASON (September thru March)

The first two phases of development over the fall and winter and early spring months emphasize the development of strength, flexibility, and endurance through circuit training, flexibility exercises and distance running. Participation in cross country running is encouraged for athletes of all event groups to assist with improvements to endurance strength and mental toughness.

It is recommended that to achieve maximal development during these phases, athletes should attend at least two weekly practice sessions. (See Membership Categories on the back of the Fee schedule for further information.)

OUTDOOR SEASON (April through July)

Event specificity occurs toward the end of the Specific Preparation and during the Precompetitive phases during April, May and June. The emphasis is on development of specific track and field skills. Once all areas of physical development have been practiced, athletes compete at several track and field competitions to fine tune their performances. The goal of the outdoor season is to achieve personal bests at the athlete’s appropriate B.C. Championship competition.

It is recommended that to achieve maximal development during these phases, athletes should attend at least three weekly practice sessions. (See Membership Categories on the back of the Fee schedule for further information.)