Parallel Success in England

England Athletics have made a firm commitment to support and develop athletics opportunities for people with disabilities.

England Athletics Mission

Working in partnership with the wider athletics family to create a vibrant, safe and progressive sport - embracing athletes of all abilities and from all communities - to grow the next generation of athletics champions.

England Athletics Strategic Priorities

Building a nationwide network of highly motivated coaches at all levels, skilled in their specialist events, in best-practice coaching techniques, and providing development opportunities for individuals to achieve their aspirations and potential.
Supporting affiliated clubs and associations to access the expertise, facilities and welcoming environments that will develop every athlete, coach, official and volunteer to their full potential.
Working with competition providers to deliver an integrated nationwide calendar of events that enables all athletes to challenge themselves at an appropriate level.
Providing development opportunities for the most talented athletes to compete on the international stage and work towards England and Aviva GB&NI representation and the UK Athletics world-class programme.

Their Vision

To develop an informed, educated and inclusive athletics community and create a clear pathway to ensure that people with a disability are support to participate, progress and perform in athletics at their chosen level.