Winning the gold medal for 1 - 7 year olds! Your child's lifelong love of being active starts here.
23/04/2026
From walking toddlers to confident 8 year olds — Mini Athletics grows WITH your child every step of the way 👣💛 Our four programmes — Teeny (walking–2), Didee (2–3.5), Little (3.5–5) and Mini (5–8) — meeting every child exactly where they are and taking them somewhere amazing. Imagination-based. Coach-led. Life-changing. 🌟
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23/04/2026
👩🏫 What support can you expect when starting your Mini Athletics business?
Hannah explains what support you will get right from the first moment from mentoring you how to launch classes to securing work with schools and nurseries.
😁The fun practical training is provided in person with other like minded new franchisees. We are here to help you succeed.
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23/04/2026
🤖 ROBOT GAMES powered up in a magical way— precision throws, robot programming and jumping challenges 🔧⚡ Our imagination-based curriculum means children are always excited, always engaged and always pushing themselves further. THAT is the Mini Athletics difference!
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22/04/2026
Teamwork, encouragement and celebrating every single win — big or small. 🏆 That's the culture we build in every Mini programme session for 5–8 year olds. Athletics teaches children so much more than physical skills — it teaches them who they can be. Resilient. Determined. Kind. Proud. And our coaches are with them every step of the way. 💛
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22/04/2026
If you have not experienced a Mini Athletics class you are missing out! What are you waiting for?
22/04/2026
🚀 BLAST OFF! 🚀 — every activity is mapped to real track & field skills. Absolutely out of this world! 🌍⭐
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21/04/2026
💪 The development we see in our Mini athletes (ages 5–8) is nothing short of incredible. From their very first taster session through to nailing their sprinting technique, throwing distances and high jumps— these children grow SO much. Athletics builds discipline, resilience and self-belief. And we get to be part of that journey every single week. 🥇
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21/04/2026
Are you interested in franchising with us and wonder what a day as a Mini Athletics business owner looks like? Join
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21/04/2026
🏅 Welcome to the Mini programme — where real athletics begins! For children aged 5–8, our Mini sessions bring structured track & field training to life through incredible imagination-based themes. One week you're sprinting in space 🪐, the next you're competing in a prehistoric Dino Olympics 🦕 — the skills are serious, the fun is next level!
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21/04/2026
💰 Starting a Mini Athletics franchise is one of the most accessible ways to enter the children’s sports coaching business. A flexible operating model and a brand that parents already love — you’re not starting from scratch, you’re starting from strength. 💪
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20/04/2026
🚂 ALL ABOARD the Mini Athletics Express! Chugging, sprinting and jumping their way across the track in our brilliant train-themed session. Every imaginative theme is carefully designed to develop real movement skills. And the smiles? Completely priceless. 😍
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20/04/2026
🌟 What is franchising? 🌟
Franchising is a business model that allows individuals to operate their own business under an established brand. It's a fantastic way to step into entrepreneurship with the support and proven systems of a successful company!
💚 Ready to dive into the world of franchising with Mini Athletics? Our program offers a unique opportunity to inspire children through sports while running your own franchise!
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In 2016, Mini Athletics was created by Kirk Bowyer, a strength and conditioning coach for elite athletes and Clare Bowyer, a primary school teacher (PE specialist).
Kirk has worked with many professional athletes from tennis players to formula one racing drivers. He has also worked with some of Great Britain’s most talented sporting juniors (in a wide range of sports, including athletics) to improve performance through physical training.
Clare has a wealth of experience as a primary school teacher. As well as being a physical education specialist, she has spent much of her career educating the early years.
When Kirk and Clare’s first child reached two years old, they were keen for him to participate in a class that met both of their goals. Kirk was keen to enhance athleticism/sporting participation and Clare wanted him to build his confidence, social and cognitive skills. Therefore, they co-created Mini Athletics!
Kirk and Clare quickly started their pilot franchise in Cambridge and Saffron Walden! The pilot was amazingly successful! This photo was from the first EVER Mini Athletics photo shoot.....
Due to the success of the pilot, Mini Athletics started to quickly grow....
In July 2017, Kirk and Clare awarded the Cambridge and Saffron Walden franchise to one of the children’s parents, Hayley Jackson. She was a teacher on maternity leave and wanted a better work/life balance.
They then strengthened the Mini Athletics UK team with the addition of Operations Director, Andy Cornelius. Andy has worked in elite sport and private practice Physiotherapy for many years including Chelsea FC. As a father himself, he understands how modern lifestyles can cause children to live sedentary lives without learning the fundamental movement skills for sport.
Kirk and Clare had enquiries from potential franchisees during their pilot year. However, they were adamant that their franchise model was of the highest ethical standards and needed to be proven before expanding. However, after proving the model they awarded franchises to the following:
Peterborough and Huntingdon (Jamie Gilbert)
West Surrey (Emma and Mark Hadley)
Farnham and Farnborough (Andy Cornelius)
In February 2018, the network of franchises grew further with the addition of:
East Berkshire and Camberley (Lucy Keen and Nicky Leader)
South East London (Alexie Williams)
Ilford, Woodford and Barking (Noman Ahmed)
We strongly believe that by familiarising children to sport at the youngest possible age creates a life long positive behaviour trait. In addition, by introducing them to athletic skills i.e. learning to run, jump and throw, they enhance their competency and therefore confidence in all sports. Our classes also have a hugely positive atmosphere that gives children a fantastic introduction to sport. This is why we are making a difference to the lives of children.We cannot wait to welcome your Mini Athlete!
