FAQ
Who can participate in Little Athletics?
Children between the ages of five (5) and fifteen (15) years can register. Parents, grandparents and friends can also be involved by helping with the various events.
At what time of year does Little Athletics take place?
Little Athletics track and field season runs from the 1st of October 2011 until the 31st of March 2012. With a break over christmas from 17/12/11-21/1/11 Cranbourne Little Athletics Centre also runs cross-country with other clubs, during the winter months. This takes place during April to the end of July. Specific stating dates will be available closer to April.
Where will my child be participating?
Your child will participate at the Casey Fields Athletic for normal competition. Although region, state and carnival events can be held elsewhere, specific details will be announced for each event.
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What events are offered?
Events offered at a Centre competition are dependent on the athlete's age and the Centre program for that week. Some events have age restrictions on them.
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What level of ability do children have to be to join?
Our emphasis is on Family, Fun & Fitness. Children can join with any level of skill or fitness. Children are given plenty of encouragement to achieve personal bests (PB's).
How much does Little Athletics cost?
Registration fees can be found by following the link to our Fee page.
What time do we run to?
How do I register my child?
If your child would like to take part in Little Athletics, you need to register them with the Cranbourne Little Athletics Centre. It is suggested that prior to registering online you look through the web site to ensure you have most of the information available to you.
To register online, Click Here or access the red McDonald's Little Aths Registration Program logo which can be found on the LHS of the home page of the LAVic website or the bottom page of the Cranbourne Little Athletics Centre Web Site.
What age group will my child be in?
Age groups are determined by the year and month of birth. Scroll down on the HOW TO JOIN page to find the Age Group Calculator to determine the age group you are in.
Can my child try Little Athletics before joining?
Yes, most Cranbourne Little Athletics allow new families a week trial period before having to commit to registering for the season.
What is expected of parents?
Because Little Athletics is a totally voluntary organisation, Centres cannot operate without the assistance of parents each week in fulfilling the many and varied duties required. These include officiating at an event; managing an age group; recording results; working in the canteen; to name just a few. Cranbourne Little Athletics Centre has parent duty rosters, which requires parents to select the days that suit them best to volunteer. Additional assistance is always required on the Centre committees and all parents are encouraged to become involved. Little Athletics is one of the few sports where parents can become fully involved in their child's sporting interests.
Click Here to view more information about Parent Commitment.
What shoes should I buy my child?
Footwear must be worn in all events, by all competing members. The Little Athletics Victoria Association does not however specify types of shoes; we do recommend 'The Athlete's Foot' for footwear advice.
Sportsco Cranbourne is a sponsor of Cranbourne Little Athletics Centre, and we encourage memebers to support their business as they support or Centre.
Do children need to wear a uniform?
Yes; all registered athletes must wear an approved Centre uniform when competing in Little Athletics competitions against other Centres.
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Will my child be taught the correct technique or have access to coaching?
Little Athletics Victoria conducts coaching clinics and courses at various venues and times throughout the season. Parents and senior athletes also have access to coaching and official courses for little or no charge. Cranbourne Little Athletics Centre also have qualified coaches and parents who offer training session/s during the week.
Click Here to view Education and Training opportunities provided by Little Athletics Victoria and Athletics Victoria.
Click Here to view information regarding club training.
Does my child have the opportunity to win any medals/trophies?
Cranbourne little award schemes to encourage athletes to "BE THEIR BEST". Trophies, medals, ribbons and certificates are awarded for some of the categories stated below:
- Performance
- Improvement
- Participation
Click Here to see the list of Awards and Trophies available at Cranbourne Little Athletics Centre.
Follow the link to learn more about Cranbourne Little Athletics Centre's Multi- Day and Centre Championships where awards are available.
