Little Athletics is a centre based Track & Field competition for children aged between 5 and 15.

Little Athletics Victoria has produced a Parent Handbook that provide comprehensive details about the little athletics program - a must read for new parents.

The season begins in October and runs through to the following September.
You can register at any time providing you are between the age of 5 and 15. You must have had your 5th birthday to join (for insurance purposes).
Track & Field events are held between October and March whilst Cross Country events are held between April and August.
Full details of what is required to register can be found on the Registration page.

You can determine the age group by using the Age Group Ready Reckoner. Please ensure that you bring proof of age when registering.

Waverley Little Athletics Track & Field events are held at Central Reserve in Glen Waverley between 8:45am and aprox 11:45am on Saturday mornings (with an occassional midweek twilight starting at 6pm).

Cross Country is usually held at various parks between 9am and 11am in conjuction with Knox LAC.

Athlete's performances in all events are recorded during the program.  Results can be downloaded from the website ...... usually within a couple of days of the competition.  These can be printed onto sticker sheets and placed in the Centre Booklet (both provided at time of registration).

Parents are expected to assist with the running of weekly programes by carrying out regular duty requirements (every 2nd week). There are many types of duties available - most parents enjoy 'officiating' at an event (e.g. Long Jump, Discus, Recording, etc.). Other typical duty requirements are canteen, BBQ, set up & pack up of equipment, administration, etc. Additional assistance is always welcomed on/by the Centre Committee.

Parents must also remain at the Centre at all times during competition in case of an emergancy - or nominate a reponsible person for the child.

How to Help at Little Athletics has been written for the new parent or anyone who hasn’t been involved with the sport before.  It aims to provide basic information about all the events that make up the weekly program.

Children must:

• Behave in a proper manner with their friends and parents
• Uphold our motto “Family, Fun, Fitness” and  "Be Your Best"

Additionally, please ensure you read the Centre Rules and Codes of Conduct that are outlined in the Centre Booklet.

Midweek training is provided for all athletes from Under 9 to Under 16 in all events by qualified coaches.

We also conduct a midweek "On Track" session for the younger u6 - u8 age groups as well as their Saturday morning "On Track" sessions this season (Track & Field season only).

Please refer to our Training page for further details.

Insurance is provided by Little Athletics Victoria.

At the end of each season, awards are presented to children based on:

• Performance
• Improvement
• Personal Bests 
• Participation

Trophies, Medals and Certificates are typically awarded.

Note: (every athlete will receive something, irrespective of required parental officials duty).  The Centre Booklet (supplied at the time of registration), details the types of awards and trophies presented each year.

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.

All children are encouraged to join.  While there are no specific programs for children with disabilities, you are welcome to raise any issues/suggestions with any committee member for a smooth transition.

Yes, you may have two "Come and Trys" in the Track & Field season and one "Come & Try" during cross country, before making a decision to register.  Some basic information will be rquired to be filled in before "taking to the track".

Please contact the Little Athletics Waverley President for any other queries you may have.