PROGRAMMES
We are accepting applications right now for the summer season. Find out more

WE ARE CREATING CHAMPIONS AND YOU CAN BE PART OF THEIR SUCCESS
Sponsorship is a key part of the success of the Academy. Your support can be anything from cash to simply helping out with transport. Find out more

NELSON IS THE PERFECT SMALL RESORT TOWN RETREAT
We have the sunshine, the forest trails, the beaches, the relaxed lifestyle – everything is within minutes of the township. Read more

TIP OF THE WEEK

The best way to treat a cold is don’t get one in the first place. Ann Landers, the famed newspaper columnist, said she chewed a clove of garlic everyday for 20 years and never got sick.

If we can dream it we can do it…

The National Academy of Distance Running is on a mission to provide world-class coaching to distance running athletes of all ages from the Nelson region, from around the New Zealand and, ultimately, from around the world.

We are currently taking applications from runners with the aim of setting them on a course to reach their goals. We also are looking for sponsors and donors to help us fuel the flame. Feel free to contact us with any questions or if you are interested in becoming a member of the Academy.

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Following the Flame – A novel by Greg Lautenslager

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LATEST NEWS

Nelson competitors show Classic class

The wind died at the start of Saturday’s inaugural Harold Nelson Classic, and the Athletics Nelson competitors sprang to life.

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Barnett sets national long jump record

On a cold, windy night in Nelson, Brendon Barnett surprised with a national record.

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Fast Start for Athletics Nelson

Athletics Nelson competitors looked for a fast start in Friday’s season-opening Twilight Series Meet, and no one started faster than Alex Jordan.

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RUN TO THE CENTRE OPEN TO EVERYONE

The South Island Masters Games officials have opened the Run/Walk to the Centre of New Zealand to the general public.