Join us for an afternoon of energising and thought-provoking coach education at the 2025 Australian Cross Country Championships. Whether you coach juniors, elites or anywhere in between, this series of sessions is designed to sharpen your thinking and fuel your coaching toolkit ahead of race day.

From fuelling athletes to fuelling yourself, the program blends expert insights, hands-on learning and plenty of opportunities to connect with other coaches. And yes, food's included.

Free for all accredited coaches and your athletes!

Workshop Line-up:

3:30pm – Coach Wellbeing: Getting the Best out of Yourself
Melanie Purkiss
Coaching starts with you. Learn how to manage your energy, not just your time, and build sustainable habits that support both performance and wellbeing.

4:00pm – Nutrition for Cross Country: Running on Empty
Bryce Anderson
An honest look at RED-S and the silent toll it's taking on athletes. Understand the signs, the science and the solutions.

4:40pm – Break / Guided Course Walk
with Di Huxley
Hit the course with experienced eyes. Di Huxley leads a guided walk of the Balarat layout with key insights to help you prepare athletes both tactically and mentally.

5:00pm – Coaching Cross Country: Integrating XC into the Season
Susan Hobson
Cross country isn't just a side event, it’s a developmental goldmine. Learn how to use it strategically within a distance runner’s annual plan.

6:00pm – Food and Integrity Workshop
with Briar Sefo
Gather for food and an engaging workshop on coaching integrity. Expect real scenarios, honest conversations and plenty of takeaways.

Expected End Time: 6:30pm