Track Academy

Track Academy Track Academy is an educational, mentoring and sports programme based at Willesden Sports Centre.

Track Academy, founded by Connie Henry, are a registered charity using sport for social change among young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. We use athletics to engage young people at risk; providing inspiration, role models and a structured pathway for them to gain better academic qualifications and positive achievements on and off the track.

21/04/2026
Our athletes put pen to paper for our life skills workshop – Aiming High.On one side, our under 11s dreaming big and unf...
21/04/2026

Our athletes put pen to paper for our life skills workshop – Aiming High.

On one side, our under 11s dreaming big and unfiltered ❤️✨
"I want to get stronger, faster… have stealth🥷… be an Olympian🥇."

Then our older athletes took a more focused approach in the grandstand, discussing and mapping out the steps to turn their own goals into reality.

Behind every life skills workshop we do is a plan, ten core capabilities we build, week by week:
Listening | Presenting | Networking | Problem solving | Creativity | Staying positive | Aiming high | Discipline | Teamwork | Leadership

From "stealth mode" to structured goal-setting; this is the journey of growth we love to see our young people go on.

Here's to dreaming big, planning and working hard. 🚀

"If it seems like a youth club in the open air - it is." ✨Spot on Runner's World. Grateful to have been featured in the ...
10/03/2026

"If it seems like a youth club in the open air - it is." ✨

Spot on Runner's World. Grateful to have been featured in the latest magazine.

It's not just about the laps, the times or the medals. It's about creating a space where young people in London feel safe, supported and part of something bigger. Proud to see Kaliyah and Jaiden featured and our mission shared.

"One trusted adult changes everything." ❤️‍🔥Research shows that a trusted adult can dramatically mitigate the negative i...
05/03/2026

"One trusted adult changes everything." ❤️‍🔥

Research shows that a trusted adult can dramatically mitigate the negative impacts of childhood adversity. It's a protective factor that changes life trajectories. 🛡️

But in Brent, young people are twice as likely to lack that emotional support and they're falling through gaps in overstretched systems. 🧩

That's where a new trustee - maybe YOU - can come in. 👀

Our board has strong governance ✅. Now, we need to deepen our expertise where it matters most: on the frontline. 🏃🏿‍♀️🌱🎓🤜🤛🌟

We are seeking a new Trustee with direct, hands-on experience in youth work, education or mentoring. 🧠 Someone who understands the realities of helping young people build confidence, resilience and skills. 🚀

Your role? Bridge our boardroom strategy with our delivery at Willesden Sports Centre. 🤝 Help guide our programmes to be as resilient, relevant and transformative as the young people we serve need them to be. 💪

We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with a deep understanding of our communities and from underrepresented ethnic backgrounds. We believe our board should reflect the incredible diversity of our young people. 🙌

Think this could be you or someone you know? Tag them below! 👇
🔗 Full details and the link to apply https://reachvolunteering.org.uk/opp/trustee-youth-sport-education-charity-0
📅 Closing date 15th March.

A group of our young people stepped out of their comfort zones and tried something completely new: a reformer pilates se...
21/02/2026

A group of our young people stepped out of their comfort zones and tried something completely new: a reformer pilates session at Absolute Studios with the brilliant Vinny.

It was a first for everyone. New movements, new muscles, new challenges. But growth doesn't happen in the familiar - it happens when we're brave enough to try something different.

We couldn't be prouder of how they embraced the session. Here is what they had to say about the experience:

🗣️ "The leg workout was a challenge but I really enjoyed it."
🗣️ "Really good, enjoyable and relaxing. I felt more flexible."
🗣️ "It was relaxing... the music helped me!"

A huge thank you to Vinny and the team at Absolute Studios for hosting us. We're hoping we'll be back soon. 🙏

Here's to stepping into the unknown. 💪

Double your impact this holiday season 🎁😇.👉 https://whydonate.com/fundraising/trackacademyA private donor is matching AL...
23/12/2025

Double your impact this holiday season 🎁😇.
👉 https://whydonate.com/fundraising/trackacademy

A private donor is matching ALL donations to Track Academy, £ for £, up to £400! This means your support goes twice as far for young people in Brent.

PLUS, a special thank you: Donate £50+ and you can book a 30-min chat with our Head of Sport, Matthew, for personalised fitness advice. A win-win! 🤝🏋🏾‍♀️

£10 = £20 | £50 = £100 (+ a coaching chat!) 🚀

👉Donate now, get matched and maybe get some pro tips! https://whydonate.com/fundraising/trackacademy

Are you our kit partner? 🎽✨Right now, we're looking for a brand to partner with us as we start a new competing club.Why ...
05/12/2025

Are you our kit partner? 🎽✨

Right now, we're looking for a brand to partner with us as we start a new competing club.

Why us?
⚡ Pioneering athletics club.
📸 Real London brand visibility.
🚀 212 girls in sport - join us changing the game.
🎥 Authentic youth-led content.
❤️ Tangible community impact.

Let’s show youth we support them. Your brand, their pride.
👉 More info www.snapsponsorship.com/rights-owners/athletics/track-academy

Know a brand that should see this? Tag them below! 👇

Track Academy is part of the Co-op Local Community Fund. Please choose us as your cause and we can be entered in prize d...
25/11/2025

Track Academy is part of the Co-op Local Community Fund. Please choose us as your cause and we can be entered in prize draws where you can win £1k and we'd get £10k as well as get more from their Fund🤞🙌 😀.

The Co-op Local Community Fund is supporting Track Academy. Become a member or sign in to choose a local cause to support.

An Important Update on The Relay 🗓️After talking to lots of runners and partners we've decided to postpone the 12hr 400m...
10/09/2025

An Important Update on The Relay 🗓️

After talking to lots of runners and partners we've decided to postpone the 12hr 400m Relay until March/April 2026.
Why? Because we're aiming bigger! ⏸️➡️🚀

There's so much enthusiasm for the event that we all want a bit more time to make this event as good as it can be and give you a unique and memorable experience.

We are so excited about the potential of this event and believe this move will allow us to create something truly special for the community. We'll share the new event date in the next week or so. If you'd like to get involved as a sponsor or partner just message us.

Thanks for the enthusiasm and support. 👏 ❤️

💬 Have your say - help shape a new Brent campaign!A new project, which we're a part of, is underway to make it easier, m...
09/09/2025

💬 Have your say - help shape a new Brent campaign!

A new project, which we're a part of, is underway to make it easier, more enjoyable, and more accessible for everyone in Church End, Harlesden, Stonebridge and across Brent to be active in ways that fit everyday life.

Tell us:
✅ What helps you get moving
✅ What gets in the way
✅ What would make a real difference in your area

It only takes a few minutes - plus you could win one of five £100 Amazon vouchers just for taking part. 🙏

👉 Complete the short survey here: londonsport.org/community-listening-survey

Help shape a new community campaign We’re working with Brent Council, local partners, and local organisations to create a new community-led campaign that makes it easier, more enjoyable, and more accessible for people to be active in ways that suit their everyday lives. This project will bring tog...

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Willesden Sports Centre
London
WILLESDEN

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Thursday 5pm - 6:30pm
Saturday 10am - 12:30pm

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