03 July 2009

UKA will host a training masterclass with 1996 Olympic and five- time World Champion discus thrower Lars Riedel, on the weekend of the McCain Challenge ThrowsFest.

The practical presentation will focus on Lars’ personal beliefs on discus technique with a special emphasis on the role of mental training for competition preparation.

The same presentation will be given on both the Saturday and Sunday to give all coaches and athletes who are involved in ThrowsFest an opportunity to attend.

The event is limited to 100 people on each day so book your place early to avoid disappointment.

Venue: Birmingham Indoor Athletics Centre, Alexander Stadium

Date: Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th July

Time: 11:30-14:30 with a lunch break at 12:30.

Price: £10 before Wed 22 July, £20 on the day.

To book your place:

Send a cheque made payable to “UKA” for £10 to ThrowsFest Masterclass, UKA, Athletics House, Central Boulevard, Blythe Valley Park, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 8AJ.

Please specify your name and the day you wish to attend (Saturday or Sunday).