At Vale of York Athletic Community, we believe in nurturing a love for movement at an early age. That’s why we are excited to announce the expansion of our funetics programme – specially designed for children aged 4 to 7 years old!
From November 2025, we are launching three new kids athletics sessions in Sherburn in Elmet and South Milford. If you are looking for a supportive and fun way to get your child active, build their confidence, and teach them the essential run, jump and throw skills of athletics, then funetics is the way to get started.
Funetics is Fun, Friends, & Fundamental Skills
Funetics is a play-based athletics programme developed by England Athletics. It introduces children to the fundamental movements of athletics: running, jumping, and throwing through game based activities in a supportive environment.
Vale of York Athletic Community is proud to be an England Athletics affiliated club and a registered charity. All our sessions are crafted to be inclusive, engaging, and take place in a positive environment where every child feels encouraged to participate and fulfil their own potential.
Here’s why funetics is perfect for your little athlete:
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Develops Physical Literacy: These are the building blocks for all sports and physical activity. By mastering basic movements, children gain the confidence to try athletics and other sports.
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Boosts Confidence: Success in a fun, non-competitive setting helps children feel good about themselves and their abilities.
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Qualified & Safe Coaching: All our Funetics sessions are led by enthusiastic, DBS-checked, qualified and licensed England Athletics coaches. Your child’s safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. Read more about our club’s commitment to safeguarding and welfare.
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Aligned with Education: The programme supports and enhances children’s learning at school in the national PE curriculum.
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Trackable Progress: We use a skills-based framework, allowing both children and parents to see how they’re progressing and developing over time.
Where and When?
We’re bringing Funetics to two new locations in South Milford and Sherburn in Elmet, making it easier for more families across the Vale of York area to join our community.
📍 South Milford Sessions:
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Tuesdays at St. Mary’s Church Hall, South Milford
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17:15 – 18:00
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18:15 – 19:00
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📍 Sherburn-in-Elmet Sessions:
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Fridays at Sherburn Hungate Primary School, Sherburn-in-Elmet
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18:15 – 19:00
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Why Vale of York Athletic Community?
We’re more than an athletics club; we’re a community. For five years, we’ve been dedicated to providing high-quality athletic opportunities for all ages and abilities, from junior sessions to adult training and competitive events. Learn more about our mission and vision and read our reviews.
Our funetics programme is an exciting expansion of our commitment to inspiring the next generation of athletes and active individuals. It’s the perfect stepping stone for children who might one day want to progress to our junior athletics groups or explore other sports.
Ready to Sign Up? Limited Spaces Available!
We’re aiming to welcome 30 new young athletes into our funetics family next month, and spaces will fill up quickly. Don’t let your child miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and make new friends.
Secure your child’s place today!
Add a note to say which time and location you are interested in. Children need to be aged between 4-7 and you must stay with them. We have groups for older athletes at other locations but there is currently a waiting list.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our funetics coach bex@valeofyork.org.
