Ashmore Little Athletics

Ashmore Little Athletics, located in Gold Coast, is a family-oriented sports club that promotes fitness, skill development, and fun for children of all abilities. With a dedicated committee and esteemed life members, the club is committed to providing a nurturing environment for young athletes to thrive.

Registration for Ashmore Little Athletics can be done by contacting the club through email or phone. The club offers various programmes and activities to enhance children's athletic abilities, including coaching sessions, competitions, and training days. Saturday afternoons are dedicated to friendly competitions where athletes participate in five events on a rotational basis, such as hurdles, sprints, long distance, shot put, discus, javelin, long jump, high jump, and triple jump. The competition begins after announcements at 12:45 pm.

Parents are required to assist with set-up and run field events from 12:15 pm.

On Wednesdays, athletes can engage in instructional coaching sessions for all athletic disciplines. These training sessions aim to improve the athletes' skills and are supervised by parents who also help with set-up and pack-up. Training sessions start at 4 pm and commence the Wednesday after the first competition day.

Little Athletics at Ashmore is not only about competition but also about family fitness. The activities conducted by the club, be it warm-up exercises or the actual running, jumping, and throwing events, are designed to improve the overall fitness and well-being of the participants.

The new season at Ashmore Little Athletics commences on August 26, 2023. Sign-ups and uniform collections are scheduled on August 12th and 19th, 2023, from 12 pm to 2 pm. Registrations are currently open, and interested individuals can find the registration link on the club's website. For more information, individuals can email the club to receive an information pack.

Ashmore Little Athletics has a rich history that dates back to 1984 when founder Brian Johnston established the club. Under his guidance, the club has become one of the most successful sporting clubs on the Gold Coast. The club has produced talents like world champion and Olympic gold medallist Sally Pearson and Hockeyroo sensation Rosie Malone, along with multiple national champions.

To stay up to date with the latest news and information from Ashmore Little Athletics, individuals can follow the club on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. The club regularly updates its social media pages with results and event announcements. Additionally, the club utilises a platform called ResultsHQ to provide the latest performance results of the athletes.

Ashmore Little Athletics is a welcoming and inclusive club that provides a platform for children to develop their athletic skills, enjoy friendly competitions, and improve their overall fitness. Through the support of the committee, dedicated coaches, and the participation of families, the club continues to promote the values of sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth.