What you need for an athletics training session

An athletics training session needs more than cones and a stopwatch. You’ll need equipment for drills, clear lane and field markers, water stations, registration materials, and a few practical items for breaks. This shopping list covers the equipment and supplies behind the session plan, including hurdles, starting blocks, relay batons, measuring tools, bibs, reusable tableware, and catering gear. Check what your track already provides before buying or transporting bulky items.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

Conesqty 40
Hurdlesqty 12
Starting blocksqty 6
Relay batonsqty 8
Measuring tapesqty 3
High jump barsqty 2
High jump uprightsqty 2
Skipping ropesqty 12
Resistance bandsqty 15
Medicine ballsqty 6
Training matsqty 15
Training bibsqty 30
Start and finish ribbonqty 2
Whistlesqty 6

Equipment

Stopwatchesqty 6
Megaphone
Extension cordsqty 2

Furniture

Tablesqty 4
Chairsqty 12
Coolersqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 50
Reusable platesqty 40
Reusable cutleryqty 40

Catering

Coffee maker
Thermos flasksqty 3
Water jugsqty 6
Groceries
- Still water - 60 liters
- Sparkling water - 12 liter
- Isotonic sports drink - 24 liters
- Apple juice - 6 liters
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Lemons - 10 pieces
- Bananas - 40 pieces
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Muesli bars - 40 pieces
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- Whole wheat wraps - 40 pieces
- Young cheese - 2 kilos
- Chicken breast slices - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 1.5 kilos
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Paprika chips - 6 bags
- Plain chips - 6 bags
- Unsalted nuts - 2 kilos
- Gluten-free rolls - 8 pieces
- Vegan toppings - 1 kilo
- Mayonnaise - 1 jar
- Ketchup - 1 bottle
- Mustard - 1 jar
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 pack
- Black pepper - 1 jar
- Paper napkins - 100 pieces
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Garbage bags - 30 pieces
- Dish soap - 1 bottle
- Sponges - 4 pieces
- Hand soap - 2 bottles
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 3
Bread knivesqty 3
Serving spoonsqty 4
Serving plattersqty 6
Cool bagsqty 6

Cleaning

First aid kit
Cold packsqty 8
Disinfectant wipesqty 2

Tips

Plan one water station for each main training area, and chill the water before participants arrive. Provide at least one reusable cup per participant, plus extras for coaches and replacements.
Match your equipment to the training programme before shopping. For a mixed session, check that you have enough cones, hurdles, starting blocks, relay batons, measuring tapes, and training bibs for each group working at the same time.
Set aside a visible registration area with tables, chairs, participant badges, the programme, and rules. Pack these materials together the day before so registration does not compete with setting up the track.
Charge every stopwatch before the session and bring extension cords if equipment or the coffee maker needs power. Keep a megaphone and whistles with the lead trainers for the welcome briefing and transitions.
Restock the first-aid kit before packing sports equipment, not on the morning itself. Add snacks, serving utensils, reusable plates and cutlery, and enough thermos flasks or water jugs if refreshments are part of the plan.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for athletics training?: For a mixed session, plan for cones, hurdles, starting blocks, relay batons, measuring tapes, skipping ropes, resistance bands, medicine balls, mats, bibs, whistles, and stopwatches. Add high-jump bars and uprights only if high jump is on the programme.
How much water should I bring to athletics training?: Bring at least 500 ml per participant for a normal session, with extra for hot weather or longer training. Set up one water station per main training area and provide spare reusable cups.
What should I pack for athletics registration?: Bring a table, chairs, participant badges, the printed programme and rules, and the final participant list. Pack these at least one day before training so the reception desk can open before the warm-up starts.
When should I check the athletics equipment?: Check all equipment the day before, then do a quick safety check when setting up. Test stopwatches, inspect hurdles and starting blocks, and confirm that measuring tools and high-jump equipment are complete before participants arrive.

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