Little Athletics is an uniquely Australian modified athletics program for children from 3 years old, based on the sport of athletics (track and field). There is a wide range of running, jumping, throwing and walking events which are modified to suit the age, developmental stage and ability of children. Little Athletics promotes that it is important to “Be your Best” with the emphasis on fun, participation, technique and getting involved with your family in a physical and healthy activity. The motto of Little Athletics is ‘Family, Fun and Fitness”. Across Australia, more than 100,000 children participate in Little Athletics weekly meets with both summer and winter programs available. Little Athletics is the “Foundation for all Sports”. All sports use the skills developed at Little Athletics.
Children of all abilities can register at Mid Coast Little Athletics. Our emphasis is on Personal Bests. Our coaching team recognise that children come with many different levels of ability and we can cater for this.
Absolutely! Most children start with no athletics experience, and Little Athletics is designed to teach skills step by step. The focus is on personal improvement, having fun, and building confidence.
To register for the season please follow the link to the Little Athletics site: https://salaa.sport80.com/public/wizard/a/1864. You will need to create an account and follow the prompts.
See these links for additional How To guides:
Come and Try Membership: https://salaa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Trial-Membership-Registration.pdf
Returning Member: https://salaa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/How-to-Register-on-Sport80-Returning-Little-Athletics-members.pdf
New Member: https://salaa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/How-to-Register-on-Sport80-New-Little-Athletics-Members.pdf
Key Information: https://salaa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Key-Information-for-Registration-Process.pdf
We are sorry you are experiencing difficulty with the new SALAA platform.
SALAA have created these user guides or alternatively you can email the club at [email protected]
See these links for additional How To guides:
Come and Try Membership: https://salaa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Trial-Membership-Registration.pdf
Returning Member: https://salaa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/How-to-Register-on-Sport80-Returning-Little-Athletics-members.pdf
New Member: https://salaa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/How-to-Register-on-Sport80-New-Little-Athletics-Members.pdf
Key Information: https://salaa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Key-Information-for-Registration-Process.pdf
The first club meet for the 2026/27 season is Sunday, October 11, 2026
We host optional training on a fortnightly basis. The first training will be on Tuesday, October 14, 2025
2026/27 - Tiny Tot - $155
2026/27 - Athlete U6-U17 - 1st Athlete/ Lead $260
2026/27 - Athlete U6/U17 - 2nd Athlete $195
2026/27 - Athlete U6-U17 - 3rd Athlete $195
2026/27 - Rec Athlete U18+ non competitive - $120
Family Refunds (3+ Athletes)
Families registering 3+ athletes in the same season are eligible for a State Association Fee refund ($30 for the 3rd athlete, $60/athlete from the 4th onwards). This can't be applied at registration — members must complete the family refund form after all athletes are registered.
This form can be found in the link below
Yes, we are happy to accept sports vouchers and they are redeemed at the checkout when registering your children.
You can check if your child has already used their SA Government Sports Voucher this year here
Yes, all athletes are expected to wear a club shirt with their bib to all meets. To view the uniform visit: https://mid-coast.littleaths.com.au/join-our-club#uniform. All athletes must also wear black shorts.
Little Athletics cannot run without parent involvement and volunteers. To do this, our Centre relies heavily on parent participation. Without your help this recreation would cease to exist for our children.
Tasks that the Centre needs parents to assist with at each meet include, but are not limited to:
· Arena set-up from 8:30am
· Arena pack-up at the end of the meet
· Time keepers for running events
· Spiking and measuring for field events
· Chaperones to record results for each age group
· Assisting with Tiny Tots
· Cooking the barbeque and assisting in the canteen
· Committee members
Please speak with a member of the committee if you have any questions or special interest/ss.
