The club

About Pole Vault Miami


Pole Vault Miami is a track and field club that specializes in pole vaulting.

PVM focuses on teaching technique and safety as well as mastering this unique event. Our members range in age from 5 through collegiate and post-collegiate athletes, as well as masters’ athletes.

Nobody arrives knowing how to do this. The first practice is free, the poles and the pit are ours, and every session is coached by somebody who has vaulted themselves.

2014
Established
5+
Ages coached, to masters
2
Training locations

The coaches

Coached by people who vaulted


2 coaches, every one of them a vaulter.

Coach David Chandler
David Chandler
Coach & founder
15
Years coaching
D1
Highest level coached

David Chandler has been coaching for the past 15 years. He is well known and respected in the track and field community. Coach Chandler has coached all levels from beginner, middle school, high school, and Division 1 collegiate level.

Coach Jimmy Bernatek
Jimmy Bernatek
Coach
  • Jimmy Bernatek brings firsthand experience, technical expertise, and a passion for helping athletes reach new heights. With a background in strength training, calisthenics, and athletic performance, Jimmy focuses on building strong fundamentals, explosive power, and mental resilience. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced vaulter, his personalized coaching approach helps athletes progress with confidence and precision.

Your first practice is free

Pick a day, turn up in running shoes. We have everything else.

Book a free first practice