Little Athletics

Track and Field for ages 5-17 & play based program for 2-3 year olds

Join us to Come and Try Little Athletics for free this Friday 11 October - it's not too late!

Little Athletics is a modified athletics program for children of all abilities and fitness levels aged 3-17. It's based on a selection of Track & Field events that include running, jumping, throwing and walking.

Athletics is effectively 'played' as an individual sport - there's no need to achieve a baseline of performance to fit in or join the group. Your child starts from wherever they are and competes with themselves from there.

But it's also run in a group environment which means it comes with all the genefits of group or team sports: encouragement, structure and community.

The ultimate goal of Little Athletics is to see each participant build the skills of continual improvement - and then to reap the benefits of that in their mind and body fitness.

Athletics truly is the 'foundation of all sports': the program covers a range of events which build strength, speed, endurance and coordination.

We may be biased, but we see it as the perfect sport for children of all fitness and skill levels to level up their active life.

What's involved?

Perhaps the best way to learn everything there is to know about Little Athletics with the Jets is to grab your favourite beverage and watch through the video below. It's 15 minutes and in that time we'll cover everything from what meets are like to uniform requirements to season fees.

In one sitting we'll have you across everything you need to know to decide if the sport seems like a good fit for you.

 

FAQs

When and where?

Our home meets run from September to March and are mostly on Friday nights at the incredible Bridgestone Athletics Centre (Frost Road, Salisbury).

Arrive at 5:30pm for a 5:45pm start.

There are also optional state level meets which are usually held at SA Athletics Stadium, Mile End and several times a season we join with other Little Athletics Clubs at their home grounds.

How much does it cost?

Athletics is one of the chepest sports we're aware of. Our summer season runs from September to March and there's also a winter season of Race Walking and/or Cross Country running included. All these meets are included in the base price of $175 per athlete.

There's discounts for families with 3 or more athletes. You can also register before 15 September with code TIME2FLY! to receive 10% off.

Season starting soon

The 2024/25 season starts Friday 13 September. You can register now by heading to ResultsHQ and creating an account (or logging into your existing account) and following the prompts.

Can I try it before joining?

Absolutely! You're welcome to up to two free Come and Try sessions before signing up. Click here for more details.