Ascent Track & Field Clinic at George Mason University

Join us for two days of expert track & field instruction at a state-of-the-art facility.

July 12-13 | Fairfax, Virginia

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20+

1:12

Olympians coached by clinic staff

Staff to athlete ratio at clinics

10+

400+

NCAA All-Americans produced by clinic coaches

Colleges represented

Featured coaches

Clinic staff come from top college programs to instruct coaches and athletes of all levels.

ANDREW GERARD

Clinic Director, Director of Track & Field/XC

GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY

  • In his 19th season at George Mason University since taking over in 2005, Andrew Gerard oversees the men's and women's cross country and track and field programs with over 32 years of collegiate coaching experience. Since joining the Atlantic 10 in 2013-14, Gerard has led the Patriots to incredible success, claiming 12 A-10 titles across various disciplines and earning 13 Atlantic 10 Coach of the Year honors.

    Under his guidance, George Mason's relay teams and individual athletes shattered records and earned numerous All-American honors, showcasing the team's prowess and exceptional talent. Gerard's remarkable coaching career spans numerous successful seasons, conference titles, NCAA appearances, and record-breaking performances, earning accolades and recognition for his coaching excellence.

    Gerard's coaching journey extends beyond George Mason, having previously coached Stanford Cardinal to the lowest score in the modern era when the won the NCAA Cross Country Championship in 2003, and William and Mary in the 1990’s, where he took the program to national prominence as the team finished in the top 16 every year under his tenure.

    A graduate of Colgate University, Gerard holds a degree in biology with a focus on human physiology and was a standout athlete himself, ranking in the top 50 in the United States in the steeplechase. With an illustrious career and a commitment to education, Gerard brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as the Clinic Director of the Ascent Track & Field Clinic at George Mason University.

BOO SCHEXNAYDER

Featured Coach

SAC SPEED

  • With over 40 years of experience in coaching and consulting, Boo Shexnayder is regarded as one of the world’s premier field event coaches. He was the mastermind behind 26 NCAA Champions during his collegiate coaching career and is regarded as one of the greatest field event coaches in NCAA history. He has been a part of 13 NCAA Championship teams and a pair of Juco National titles, as well as developing a host of conference champions and All-Americans.

    Schexnayder has also been a prominent figure on the international scene. He has coached 18 Olympians and 7 Olympic/World Championship medalists. He has served on coaching staffs for Team USA to the 2003 Pan Am Games in Santo Domingo, the 2006 World Junior Championships in Beijing, and was the Jumps Coach for Team USA at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.

    Schexnayder has been just as successful off the track. He is certified at Level I, II and III, and owns the prestigious Master Coach Designation from USA Track and Field. He is also certified by the NSCA as a Strength and Conditioning coach.

    Schexnayder has been heavily involved in Coaching Education. He formerly served as national chair of USATF’s Coaching Education Committee, Jumps Subcommittee chair, and chair of the Biomechanics subcommittee. Schexnayder was the founder of the Track and Field Academy, the educational branch of the US Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association. He served as program director from its inception in 2009 through 2017, and still serves as an instructor in biomechanics, training design, and event-specific courses.

LAST YEAR’S CLINICS FEATURED COACHES FROM…

  • Tufts

  • Amherst

  • Penn

  • NYU

  • Tufts

  • And More!

  • Northeastern

  • Davidson

  • URI

  • George Mason

  • Harvard

  • Columbia

What to expect

Spend 2 days learning from some of the best minds in the sport.

TRAIN WITH WORLD-CLASS COACHES IN EVERY EVENT GROUP

With experience coaching high school, college, and professional track & field, clinic staff have found success at every level. Collectively they’ve coached over 400 NCAA All-Americans and 20 Olympians. Through 12 total hours of training instruction, you’ll learn the skills you need to take your performance to the next level – no matter your event group.

LEARN THE CONCEPTS BEHIND ELITE PERFORMANCE

In addition to training, you’ll learn the building blocks of elite performance. From periodization to acceleration mechanics, we’ll break down concepts that will help you improve even after you leave the Ascent Track and Field Clinic. Not only that, but we’ll send you a link to download training programs that you learned at the clinic, as well a 40-routine, 400-exercise training inventory from our featured coach and track & field legend, Boo Schexnayder.

EXPAND YOUR NETWORK AND STAY CONNECTED

Ascent Track Clinics are open to any and all entrants – athletes and coaches of all skill levels, and even passionate fans of the sport.

Come meet your peers and college coaches from all over the country, and forge relationships in the track & field community that can last a lifetime.

TRAIN AT A STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY

George Mason’s track and field facilities boast records set by some of the fastest athletes in the history of the sport. Follow in the footsteps of Michael Johnson, whose 400m time of 45.23 still stands as the indoor facility record; or Jackie Joyner-Kersee, whose 7.81 in the 60m hurdles has yet to be topped. Find out why elite athletes travel from around the world to compete at George Mason alongside some of the most incredible talent in the sport.

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN PROVEN CURRICULUM

Coaching attendees get access to “coaches only” classroom sessions led by renowned coaches like Boo Schexnayder, Kebba Tolbert, and Andrew Gerard.

When you’re not in the classroom, observe real-life applications of proven training strategies as staff lead exercises, critique performance, and empower athletes throughout the clinic. When you leave, take home a complimentary gift, as well as a 40-routine, 400-exercise training inventory from featured coach Boo Schexnayder.

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Clinic Schedule

9 AM - 4PM Each Day

(TENTATIVE)

MORNING SESSION (VARIES BY EVENT)

8:15 - 9 AM - Registration

9:00 - 9:10 AM - Staff Introductions

9:10 - 9:45 AM - Active Isolated Stretching/Dynamic Warm-Ups

9:45 - 10:15 AM - Acceleration Mechanics

10:15- 11 AM - Acceleration Session

11:00 - 11:30 AM - Breaking Down the Drive Phase

11:10 - 12 PM - Max Velocity Mechanics

12:00 - 1 PM - Lunch

AFTERNOON SESSION (VARIES BY EVENT)

1-1:45 PM - All-Clinic Lecture: Approaching Track & Field from a Mental Health Perspective

1:45-2:15 PM - Strength & Conditioning: Event Specific Periodization and Proper Form

2:15 PM-3 PM - Dynamic Warm-Up #2

3:00-3:25 PM - General Strength Circuit Session

3:25- 3:45 PM - Medicine Ball Routines

3:45- 4 PM - Q & A, Recap of Day

4 PM - Depart Clinic

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  • No. Athletes of all skill levels are encouraged to attend.

  • Though we have access to the indoor track, the 2025 Ascent Track & Field Clinic will be run outdoors, rain or shine, though we will make use of the indoor facility. In the event of thunderstorms, the clinic will be delayed until the weather clears.

  • There are many hotels in the area, but the number of attendees means space may be limited, so we suggest reserving your room as soon you can.

  • All event groups are represented. Sprints (55/60m, 100m, 200m, 300m, 400m), distance (800m, 1600m, 3200m, cross country), throws (javelin, discus, shot put), jumps (high jump, long jump, triple jump, pole vault), and hurdles (55/60h, 100/110h, 300/400ih).

  • The $25 fee partly covers the additional costs of insurance and rental of specialized gear (landing mats, poles, standards, etc).

  • The Ascent Track & Field Clinic at George Mason is located on the George Mason University campus in Fairfax, Virginia. It’s a track clinic open to any and all athletes –  and highly accessible to attendees from Virginia and surrounding areas like New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, South Carolina, Washington DC, and many more.

  • Holiday Pricing $299 through January 15

    Early Bird Pricing $349 January 16 through February

    Regular Pricing $399 March through April

    Late Pricing $449 after April

  • Holiday Pricing $175 through January 15

    Early Bird Pricing $199 January 16 through February

    Regular Pricing $225 March through April

    Late Pricing $249 after April