Little Athletics runs best when everyone pitches in. We’re a volunteer-run club, and we rely on parents each week to help things go smoothly and on time. Whether it’s helping at an event, managing a group, recording results, or lending a hand in the canteen—there’s always something to do!
There are also opportunities to join the committee if you want to be more involved. Little Athletics is one of the few sports where parents can get stuck in and be part of their kids’ journey.
We know everyone comes from different backgrounds and brings unique skills. You might have talents we didn’t even know we needed—so if you can help, let us know!
Our club can’t run without parent support, and we want all kids to get the most out of their time here. So please don’t wait to be asked—step up and join in. Every bit of help makes a difference!
Volunteers are also able to apply for a Blue Card for working with children – it’s free!
Set-Up / Pack-Up
Setting up involves arriving early and putting out the equipment and age baskets for the day’s activities. To get started on time please offer your assistance on arrival to put out any equipment. As the events finish all parents should help put the equipment away.
Technical: line marking, equipment maintenance
Age Group Helpers (including Age Managers)
Each field event requires numerous helpers to ensure it’s successful running. This includes event chiefs, spikers, fetchers, recorders, rakers, bar lifters. Get involved – it is a great way to view your child’s performance up close.
Jumps: raking sandpits, measuring jumps, maintaining bar height, judge
Throws: measuring throws, spiking, spotting when implement lands, judge
Track: starting, start marshall, hurdle set-up
Canteen
The canteen needs helpers to keep it running! If serving food and drinks to hungry athletes and parents is up your alley then please feel welcome to drop in and volunteer an hour or two to help.
It has been proven that parent volunteers that get involved with their kids sport will give them the confidence and support to be their best.
VOLUNTEERS/OFFICIAL CODE OF CONDUCT
- Be impartial! Also, be consistent, objective and courteous.
- Place the safety and welfare of the athletes above all else. Be alert to minimise dangerous physical play, fair or foul, especially competition days.
- Accept responsibility for all actions taken.
- Avoid any form of verbal contact with coaches, team officials, parents and spectators during competition.
- Avoid any situation which may lead to a conflict of interest, both on and off the field.
- Condemn all and every instance of unsportsmanlike, foul or unfair play.
- Set a good example by the way you dress, speak and act towards athletes, coaches, officials, parents and spectators.
- Show concern and caution towards sick and injured athletes.
- Officiate to the age and/or experience of the athletes.
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