Cross Country Youth Sports Training Clinic & Strategy

Julian Blake is an award-winning Cross Country Coach. Blake joins the Bartering Exchange Network to offer a short Cross Country Sports Training Clinic, as well as a repeatable strategy plan for fellow coaches and physical education mentors.

Julian Blake is not just a coach — he’s a mentor, motivator and lifelong educator who has spent decades helping young athletes grow into confident, disciplined and driven individuals. As the 2014 ECIC Girls Cross Country Coach of the Year, Coach Blake led the Williamsville North Girls Varsity team to their first Section VI title and state appearance in over 25 years. He’s passionate about developing athletic programs that don’t just build physical strength, but also nurture teamwork, resilience and personal growth. With experience coaching Cross Country, Track & Field and other youth sports, Blake understands what it takes to create a clinic that’s both impactful and inspiring — for athletes and fellow coaches alike.

Here on the Bartering Exchange Network, Coach Julian Blake is excited to offer a Cross Country Youth Sports Training Clinic, as well as a strategy plan opportunity for fellow coaches!

Product Description

Cross Country Training Clinic

Looking to launch or elevate your Cross Country team? Julian Blake is offering a short-term Cross Country Training Clinic, ideal for schools, recreation programs and youth teams preparing for the upcoming season. Drawing from years of competitive coaching experience, this clinic will include:

  • Dynamic warmups & cool-down strategies
  • Drills for building endurance, form and pacing
  • Mental preparation and race-day routines
  • Team-building exercises to foster trust and leadership
  • Personalized guidance for both new and experienced runners

Whether your runners are training for their first 5K or heading to sectionals, Coach Julian Blake brings a compassionate, competitive spirit to every session. The clinic can be adapted for middle school, high school or community teams.

Youth Sports Clinic Strategy

Julian Blake is also offering a custom Youth Sports Clinic Strategy service — perfect for organizations, coaches and schools looking to develop their own short-term training programs. Drawing from his expertise as a Physical Education teacher, youth sports coach and faith-based mentor, Coach Blake will collaborate directly with your team to:

  • Develop age-appropriate training plans
  • Introduce inclusive drills for athletes of all abilities
  • Offer coaching support and leadership tips for volunteers
  • Create short-term camp/clinic outlines (1-day, weekend, or week-long options)
  • Incorporate wellness, discipline and fun into each session

From soccer and track to fitness fundamentals, Julian Blake can help structure clinics that fit your community’s goals — whether you’re starting from scratch or refining a long-standing program. With Blake’s help, coaches and coordinators walk away with a plan, a purpose and a renewed passion for working with youth.