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On this page we introduce Little Athletics, specifically Knox Little athletics Centre, to new athletes or athletes considering joining Little Athletics. We have provided answers to the most commonly asked questions however if your question is not answered here you most welcome to email your question here.

Covered on this page are:

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Brief history of Little Athletics

The 'handbook' page also provides information that may be of interest

Also check out this short audio visual presentation of what goes on during the Knox T&F season. Click HERE!!!

If you would like to talk to a representative from Knox LAC check the 'Contact Us' page for more information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• When can I join Little Athletics?
• How much does Little Athletics cost?
• Which of the 11 Clubs in the Knox Centre can I join?
• How do I know what age group I will compete in?
• What do the kids do?
• What are the events?
• Where are the events held?
• What time does the program run? /How long is it?
• How long is the season?
• How are the kids’ performances monitored?
• What other forms of competition are there?
• What is expected of Parents?
• What is expected of the Children?
• Is there any training provided?
• What about Safety, Insurance and First Aid?
• What the types of awards/trophies are presented?
• What level of ability do children have to have to join?
• What is available to children with disabilities?
• Is it possible for a child to compete at 2 different Centres?
• Can children try Little Aths before joining?

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When can I join Knox Little Athletics?

The Little Athletic year begins in October and runs through to the following September. You can register at any time during the athletic year providing you are between the age of 6 and 16. Cross Country runs events for athletes between 4 & 16. 

Normally there will be a special 'Registration day organised just prior to the start of the season. For the 2007/2008 season the Registration Day is September 8th at Knox Park between 9.00am and 12.00noon. For other dates check the Calendar page.

A form of "Proof of Age" must be provided before the registration can be completed. Typically a Birth Certificate or Passport is best but anything 'Official' will generally suffice. This is only required at the time of first registration and is not required at subsequent re-registration.

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How much does Little Athletics cost?

For the 2008/2009 season the registration costs per athlete (for the full year or until end of season in August) are as follows, dependent on the actual month registration occurs:

Registration month (all inclusive)

September to January

Registration = first child approx $110, subsequent children approx $90

February to March

Registration = first child approx $85, subsequent children approx $75

April to August

Registration = approx $28 for U5 & U6, $50 U7-U15

Athletes registering in the Track & field season (October to March) are eligible to compete in the Cross Country season (April to September) for no additional cost.

Additionally each athlete will need to purchase a singlet from the club they join. Costs vary from $25 - $35

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Which of the 11 Clubs in the Knox Centre can I join?

Allocation of athletes to the 11 Clubs in the Knox Centre is generally arranged by geographic location of the athletes school in relation to the Club catchment area. However Club allocation is not mandatory and all athletes are entitled to select and join the club of their choice. The Club - School allocation is as follows:

Club	Schools
Bayswater Bullets	Bayswater PS, Bayswater south PS, Bayswater West PS, O.L.O.L PS
Boronia West	Boronia Heights PS, Boronia West PS
Dorset	Wattleview PS, Ferntree Gully North PS, Mountain Gate PS
Eastfield/Studfield	Knox Gardens PS, Templeton PS, Yawarra PS, Wantirna South PS
Fairpark flyers	Fairhills PS, Kent Park PS, Ferntree Gully PS
Knoxfield	Holy Trinity PS, Carrington Park PS, Knox Park PS
Rangeview	Boronia PS, The Basin PS, St. Bernadette's & St. Josephs
Rowville	Rowville PS, St. Simons PS, Heaney Park PS
Rowville Lakes	Lysterfield PS, Karoo PS, Park Ridge PS
Scoresby Striders	Scoresby PS, St. Judes PS, Waverley Christian College
Wantirna	Regency Park PS, St. Luke's PS, Wantirna PS

Club contact information HERE!!  

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How do I know what age group I will compete in?

Age groups are determined by the year and month of birth as detailed in the following VLAA Registrars Ready Reckoner - 2008/2009 season

Age group by Month and Year of Birth