WELCOME
Founded in 2015, JenJavelin is an Olympic & Paralympic performance hub dedicated to the art and science of javelin throwing.
Located in the green heart of Germany – Thuringia, we dedicate our time and efforts to the development of javelin talent & elites. Jena is globally known in the javelin community – as the place where the world record was thrown in 1996 by Jan Železný.
Elite Javelin Performance. Built in Jena. Trusted Worldwide.
Olympic & Paralympic coaching, camps and education since 2015.
INDIvidual camps & College Prep
Weather you want to refresh, learn or improve your javelin skills. An individual camp is the optimum choice to work towards new distances. First we talk about your individual goals, level of skill and CV in Sports, then we tailor fit your stay at jenjavelin.
Group camps
Come visit us with your team and let’s create a unique time training, learning and exchanging. Our team is happy to connect to grow our sport together. An on site group camp is a great way to enhance team performance and to lit the fire with extra motivation taking fresh insights and exercises back home.
fulltime coaching
From end of 2025 season on we accept applications for long term elite javelin coaching at JenJavelin. We target to develop our team into an international pro team with a solid youth basis. Be part of the journey and reach out today.
coaching education
We often combine individual camps and coaching education. By educating coaches we create sustainable impact for the sport of javelin throwing. Contact us today and experience how our team is working on and off the field.
events
With six editions of JenJavelin festival and our established Javelin summer camp we have an international reputation among teams and athletes throwing the javelin. The enjoyment and heat of a special meet motivates us to revive JanJavelin festival as soon as workload and international competition schedules allow.
local training
Founded on rich history in athletics and top notch facilities in Jena we are able to offer different levels of regional coaching programs for our talents from Germany. In close cooperation with our Club LC Jena e.V. and our partners in education, management and business we are able to offer individual solutions to long term sports careers. Apply today!
All our coaching services are available in German and English. We are open to age groups u16 to Masters athletes in all abilities.
WHO WE ARE - TEAM
TEamwork makes… well we all know that quote but we belive it covers some truth.
After Coach Harro Schwuchow sadly passed in 2025 Head Coach Sixten Haak and javelin Olympic champion Thomas Röhler, two unique characters in the world of international javelin sat together to create a community based approach to modern javelin training. With passion and long term strategy the two formed a set up enabling a warm welcome for athletes and coaches from all across the world.
In daily business we are a team >5 athletes from ages 16 to elites. Additionally to that we help regional athletes with short term camps or single training opportunities in Jena. All hosted and facilitated by our home club LC Jena e.V. .
Thanks to a broad network of partners we are able to support our athletes in education organization, sports management and medical issues. We take modern elite sports as a 360 degree challenge.
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2015
Diploma Coach Harro Schuchow and Olympic champion Thomas Röhler found JenJavelin as a team of LC Jena e.V. Also we celebrate the first edition of JenJavelin Festival.
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2016
2nd edition of JenJavelin festival. Thomas Röhler of JenJavelin wins the Olympic Games in Rio.
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2018
u20 worlds bronce medal by Maurice Voigt of JenJavelin | European champion by Thomas Röhler
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2019
Our biggest summer camp & festival so far with athletes from 23 countries.
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2021
The post covid festival and camp - happy to be back to "normal"
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2023
2020 Paralympian and discus world record holder Take Zonneveld (NL) joins our team and starts the Para elite division of our team.
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2024
Start for Assistance Coach Sixten Haak
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2025
Restart of JenJavelin International Elite Team Operations after passing of Coach Harro Schwuchow
Environment & philosophy
For almost ten years, Jena has been a recognized place for javelin throwing.
Within a stable, performance-oriented environment, we create the conditions for long-term development — technically, athletically and personally. Our approach combines clear training principles with a deep understanding of the demands of modern javelin throwing.
Who it is for
Local training in Jena is designed for ambitious youth athletes, students and performance-driven throwers who are looking for structure, reliability and technical depth. Regardless of the current performance level, individual development always remains the central focus.
How we work
We do not work with standardized training plans.
Training content is built on analysis, experience and continuous exchange. Technique, athletic development and load management are closely connected and adapted to school, university or competition schedules.
Team & culture
A strong team culture is a key element of our daily work. Learning from each other, shared responsibility and an open training environment create the foundation for sustainable performance development.
CONTACT
Reach out – our team is happy to help you!
HOST CLUB: LC JENA
ADDRESS: Jena – GERMANY
IG: @jenjavelin
EMAIL: info@jenjavelin.com
WEBSITE: www.jenjavelin.com