SIGN UP FOR TERM 2!
Get fit with running! Increase speed, endurance and athleticism—and have bucket loads of fun along the way!
In Term 2 and Term 3 we have a particular focus on strength and endurance, so ideal for cross country prep or building stamina for team sports.
Join us on Tuesday mornings at Woodleigh School, Wednesday afternoons at Pukekura Park (Bowl of Brooklands—access via the Zoo carpark) and Friday mornings at Ōākura.
New? Awesome! You can join at any time, so let’s book you in for a free taster session. Register here.
Returning? Choice! Please email Hayden to confirm your spot.
DETAILS:
TempoFit Kids is for any kids between the ages 5 and 13 who want to get fitter and faster with running. We also have a High School Squad for any teens looking to advance their middle/long distance running or sprinting.
For Term 2 of 2024 we have three locations/days starting in Week 2 (Woodleigh Tue 7th, Bowl of Brooklands Wed 8th & Ōākura Fri 10th May). Kids can attend one or even two!
Tuesday mornings at Woodleigh Primary School (school hall):
- 7:50-8:35am: Ages 5-11 years (Woodleigh students only please as kids go straight to class after the session). We stay within school grounds for the entirety of the session.
- This session concludes with a healthy breakfast of an Up&Go, piece of fruit, and croissant (or similar)
- On in ALL weather (as we have an indoor venue to use if it is wet outside)
$18 per session ($15 for siblings attending the same term) Note: The increased price is to cover the cost of breakfast which we believe is vital for kids to re-fuel before a full day at school.
Wednesday afternoons at Bowl of Brooklands, Pukekura Park (entrance via Zoo car park):
- 3:30-4:25pm: Ages 5-8 years (45 mins), 8-10 years (55 mins) and 10-13 years (55 mins)
- 4:40-5:35pm: High School Squad (13 years old +)
- On in pretty much all weather conditions unless extremely stormy (we have lots of shelter on the Bowl stage—we will contact you regarding potential cancellations on the day).
$15 per session ($12.50 for siblings attending the same term)
Friday mornings at the Ōākura Hall (on South Road, Ōākura)
- 8:00-8:45am: Ages 8-13 years (please arrive by 8:10 as we will often head off for a run to Matekai Park or Ōākura School — please call Hayden if you can’t find us)
- This session concludes with a healthy breakfast of an Up&Go, piece of fruit, and croissant (or similar)
- At 8:45am, after the workout and breakfast, we walk to Donnelly St from where kids make their way direct to Ōākura School
- On in ALL weather (as we have an indoor venue to use if it is wet outside)
$18 per session ($15 for siblings attending the same term) Note: The increased price is to cover the cost of breakfast which we believe is vital for kids to re-fuel before a full day at school.
Keen to come to a free first session? Please register here and after the first session we will send you details for signing up for the remainder of the term. Spaces are limited.
Returning to TempoFit Kids? Please email Hayden to confirm your child’s attendance for the term.
COMMON QUESTIONS:
Is TempoFit Kids right for me?
Anyone who wants to get fitter, faster and have fun moving in nature’s playground! Whether you’re training for another sport, focusing on running or just wanting to get fit, TempoFit Kids is for you! Our High School Group is for any teens competing or looking to compete in sprints or middle and long distance running (see below for more details).
What happens at TempoFit Kids?
Most sessions start off with a short jog and drills to warm up, then we will learn running technique or new exercises before doing some fun relays, challenges, strength and agility exercises, and running games. In winter we will do short trail runs.
What should I bring?
Wear running shoes, shorts and a t-shirt. Bring warm clothes to put on before and after the session. Always bring a drink bottle. Please do not bring valuables (e.g. phones and wallets) that may be left unattended as we can’t guarantee these will be watched all the time.
What is the High School Squad?
Join our High School Squad either for sprinting or distance running. It’s also great if you want to improve your speed or endurance for team sports. We have a big focus on technique and building general athleticism which keeps this 55-minute session engaging and fun.
We tailor each workout to the individual so it can fit nicely around your school running or other athletics and any other sporting commitments you might have.
You don’t have to be fast or fastest—the goal is simply to all work together on getting faster and finding our fastest selves. The TempoFit High School Squad is a natural progression on from TempoFit Kids.
Who is TempoFit Kids?
Hayden Shearman: Hayden is the head coach for TempoFit Kids, is an Athletics NZ Accredited Coach, and has more than a decade experience coaching runners of all ages.
He heads up the schools running programme Run Revolution and is a commentator for athletics, surfing, skateboarding and triathlon. Hayden has competed over distances from the 800 to marathon, as well as triathlon, and has written books Runner’s Guide to Wellington and Runner’s Guide to London. When not running Hayden loves to surf, make music and go on outdoor adventures with his wife and daughter.
Hannah Woodd: Hannah is a mum of three boys, personal trainer, group fitness instructor and former police officer. She is hugely passionate about helping people of all walks of life stay fit and active, especially new mums and kids. We’re really excited to have Hannah on the team, particularly coaching our younger runners.
Jacob Stockwell: Jacob is one speedy human being! While at NPBHS he claimed the under-17 NZ record in the 100m and has won several junior national sprint titles and medals. Now in his early 20s, he’s studying engineering and re-building his sprint career after a couple of nasty injuries. We’re stoked to have Jacob on board to bring specialist instruction on top speed sprinting and acceleration.
All our coaches are police vetted.
How exhausting is TempoFit Kids?
We believe that if you’re not having fun, you’re doing it wrong. So smiles are number one. And part of getting there is doing plenty of stuff you know you can do at your level and doing just a couple of things each session that test the limits. So, expect to feel pleasantly tired but massively amped after each session.
What happens if it’s raining?
If it’s just showers we will go ahead, but if the weather is super wet and/or super windy we will text all registered parents/caregivers before 2pm to confirm or cancel. If you don’t hear from us, assume it’s on. Ōākura Hall and Woodleigh sessions are always on.
VALUES
Fun: Laugh, move, connect, try, achieve and celebrate.
Courage: Every day do something challenging and do it better than you have ever done it. You can be world-class at running in your body.
Develop Body, Heart & Mind: We run because nothing is better for both body and soul than well-earned dopamine.
KEEN?
