The Provincial Development program is designed to elevate high school athletes to the next level. By focusing on periodization and event-specific skills, we help athletes develop a solid technical and tactical base. Whether they choose to specialize in middle-distance or distance events, our program provides the tools to excel.
The National Development program is for high school athletes with a singular focus on track and field. We prepare athletes to compete at the highest level, including provincial and national championships and international competitions. With access to expert coaching, advanced training methodologies, and potential funding opportunities, our athletes are well-positioned to succeed both domestically and internationally. Many of our graduates go on to compete at top-tier collegiate programs in Canada and the United States
A N N U A L
Cost: $1000
The Annual Membership in the Provincial/National Program is full year for high school aged athletes competing at the provincial and national levels. Cross Country, Indoor and Outdoor track are the three seasons we train for in the annual program. Included with Annual Program Fee is the athletes' Athletics Ontario/Athletics Canada Membership, practice permits, and their race entry for the AO XC Championships. Relay entries are also covered. These expenses are paid for by the club and included in the fees paid.
High-performance opportunities are also available for athletes. These competitions take place domestically and internationally. Athletes that have performances under certain marks can receive funding to offset the cost of some of these meets.
The indoor track season typically runs from December to mid April at the Oshawa Civic. We train at the Oshawa Civic for outdoors as well in addition to other areas in Durham Region. Between seasons, our athletes get time off in order to recoup and enjoy a break away from running. This keeps them engaged and aids in preventing burnout.
c r o s s C o u n t r y
Cost: $250
Durham Dragons Athletics Fall Cross Country program is one of the best in Ontario. The Provincial and National development program is open to athletes 14-20 (grades 9-12 & University) that compete in the U16, U18, and U20 divisions. Practices start in August with base building and run through the end of November. The Athletics Ontario Championships are usually held in mid November and ACXC, the National XC Championships at the end of the month. The Dragons won 3 straight U18 Boys National Titles from 2015-2017. Additionally, in 2017 our U18 Girls and U20 Women both won team bronze medals.
As part of this program, athletes are provided with structed practices three times a week in addition to a group long run on Sundays. Racing opportunities throughout the for all athletes include the high school or collegiate season, the AO Championships. Any athlete that runs team standard can compete at Nationals. This program provides a great opportunity for athletes to get introduced to competitive running at the Provincial Level and high-performance competition at the National Level.
We offer a free two-week trial membership for any new kids that want to try out cross country before committing to the season.
I n d o o r / o u t d o o r t r a c k
Cost: $500 per season
Durham Dragons Athletics Indoor/Outdoor Track programs is one of the best in Ontario. Our Provincial/National Development Program is tailored for U16 and older athletes that are looking to specialize in athletics.
The indoor track season start in early December and goes until mid April. Indoor training locations are at the Oshawa Civic Dome.
Outdoor track begins mid April and runs until August. Our primary training location is the Oshawa Civic outdoor track.
Monday and Wednesday practices are in the evening. Saturday mornings are off the track.
The program includes structured practices three times a week with racing opportunities throughout the season through Athletics Ontario. High school athletes are given weekly kilometer goals and go through specific periodization