FAQs

When does the season start and end?

Summer Season (Track & Field – Harris Park)

Winter Season (Cross Country – SportUNE)

What day/time is athletics on?

4:15pm for a 4:30pm start on Wednesdays and goes until all events for each age group are complete.

How will parents be notified if athletics is cancelled any week?

Facebook post with as much notice as possible
The event on our website will be updated to show as cancelled
Sometimes an incoming storm may mean we have to cancel at late notice or partway through competition
Please don't message us asking if athletics is still on as we will make an announcement as soon as a decision has been made

What events will be offered each week?

Summer Season (Track & Field – Harris Park)

Tiny Tots will involve fun and games that introduce fundamental movement skills
For all other athletes, weekly competitions are on a 4 week rotation:
- 6s, 7s and 8s will participate in up to 3 events each week, which will include devlopment activities to help them learn basic running, throwing and jumping techniques
- 9s and above will particpate in 3-4 events week, with some development activities offered
Athletes results will be recorded
For the first 4 week rotation of the season, athlete results will not count towards the end of season pointscore
Events are on a 4 week rotation
Sometimes we need to change events around, for example if the ground is wet and high jump or hurdles would be unsafe. We will offer other events instead.

Winter Season (Cross Country – SportUNE)

What level of ability do children have to be to join?

Our emphasis is on Family/Friends, Fun & Fitness
Children can join with any level of skill or fitness
Children are given plenty of encouragement to achieve personal bests (PB’s)
We recognise that children vary widely in shape, size and athletic ability, and thus athletics is one of few sports that successfully caters for all
Multi Class athletes are welcome at Armidale Athletics Club!

What opportunities are there for competitions against athletes from other clubs?

Depending on the level of Membership (see below) there are the following opportunities:

Please refer to the Competitions menu on our website for more information.

Will my child be taught the correct technique or have access to coaching?

We have access to qualified coaches and parents who offer training tips/coaching at weekly meets, with the development activities focusing on skills and correct technique
Little Athletics NSW frequently hold coaching clinics for athletes
We may put on a training day with a coach during the season, perhaps on a Sunday

How involved do parents need to be?

Because athletics is a totally voluntary sport, we cannot operate without the assistance of parents and other adult volunteers each week in fulfilling the many and varied duties required
These include officiating at an event; managing an age group; recording results; raking the long jump pit, returning the shot put/discus after a throw, working in the canteen; just to name a few
All parents are encouraged to become involved. Athletics is one of the few sports where parents can become fully involved in their child’s sporting interests. Parents can become Social/Community Members so they can actively participate with their child/children
Please don’t leave the field. You are still responsible for supervising your children.

What happens at the end of the season?

What should kids wear?

Footwear must be worn in all events, by all competing members
All registered athletes must wear an approved Centre uniform when competing in competitions against other Centres. They must also comply with placement rules for bibs and age patches.
For weekly meets we also encourage the wearing of the club uniform
Parents assisting should also wear enclosed shoes
We encourage the wearing of hats and sunscreen by athletes and parents

What Membership Types are available and how much does it cost?

Armidale Athletics Club is a One Athletics Club, meaning we are affiliated with both LANSW and ANSW, so members can compete in both LANSW and ANSW competitions (some age restrictions and entry fees may apply)
Tiny Tots (3-5 years), Little Athletes (6-12 years), Juniors (13-U20 years), Opens (20+)
Concession Membership is available for Opens concession card holders
Community Membership – Community Membership enables members to attend the Club's local Wednesday activities and is available for ages 5+
Additional cost applies for uniform
Active Kids vouchers can also be used towards membership costs

How long does Membership last?

Under the ANSW and LANSW Partnership the membership period is from 1st September to 31st August

How do I register my child?

ALL membership registrations are done through RevolutionSport (RevSport), through the link on our web page

What age group will my child be in?

Age groups are determined by the year and month of birth
Registration Ages 2024/25
For ANSW Competitions, the age of the athlete on the 31st of December of the current year determines the age group they will compete in

Who should I speak to if I have any questions?