Parent Information
Taken from the Little Athletics Queensland website:
VOLUNTEER ROLE
Little Athletics is a voluntary organisation, Centre's cannot operate without the assistance of parents each week in fulfilling the many and varied duties required. These include officiating at an event; managing an age group; recording results; working in the canteen; to name just a few. Most Centre's have parent assistance rosters. Additional assistance is always required on the Centre committees and all parents are encouraged to become involved. Little Athletics is one of the few sports where parents can become fully involved in their child’s sporting interests.
At Little Athletics Queensland we understand that just like our athletes, our parents come from a diverse range of backgrounds and as such have different talents and experience. There is a place for everyone at Little Athletics and there are a number of ways that you can become involved. You may have skills that the Centre doesn’t even know they need. So if you think you can help with something, let the committee know.
PARENTAL ROLE
Regardless of whether or not this is your first involvement as a Little Athletics parent, it is always worthwhile, at the start of each season, to consider what your role will be over the next six months or so.
Your child is in a sport that provides an opportunity for immediate and long term benefits. The benefits include: higher levels of fitness; better health; a pleasurable social environment and the satisfaction derived from skilled performances. Little Athletics can provide a launching pad for a life-long involvement in sport, whether it be elite or purely recreational.
Just as important as any of the above benefits is that Little Athletics provides children with the chance to have fun - TO PLAY. Please do not ever lose sight of this!
Unfortunately, all of the potential benefits of involving a child in a sport can be quickly lost due to one very important factor - ADULTS.
Do not underestimate the effect that you can have on your child’s long term participation in, and enjoyment of sport.
By taking a considered, understanding approach, a parent can be their child’s most valuable asset.
VOLUNTEER ROLE
Little Athletics is a voluntary organisation, Centre's cannot operate without the assistance of parents each week in fulfilling the many and varied duties required. These include officiating at an event; managing an age group; recording results; working in the canteen; to name just a few. Most Centre's have parent assistance rosters. Additional assistance is always required on the Centre committees and all parents are encouraged to become involved. Little Athletics is one of the few sports where parents can become fully involved in their child’s sporting interests.
At Little Athletics Queensland we understand that just like our athletes, our parents come from a diverse range of backgrounds and as such have different talents and experience. There is a place for everyone at Little Athletics and there are a number of ways that you can become involved. You may have skills that the Centre doesn’t even know they need. So if you think you can help with something, let the committee know.
PARENTAL ROLE
Regardless of whether or not this is your first involvement as a Little Athletics parent, it is always worthwhile, at the start of each season, to consider what your role will be over the next six months or so.
Your child is in a sport that provides an opportunity for immediate and long term benefits. The benefits include: higher levels of fitness; better health; a pleasurable social environment and the satisfaction derived from skilled performances. Little Athletics can provide a launching pad for a life-long involvement in sport, whether it be elite or purely recreational.
Just as important as any of the above benefits is that Little Athletics provides children with the chance to have fun - TO PLAY. Please do not ever lose sight of this!
Unfortunately, all of the potential benefits of involving a child in a sport can be quickly lost due to one very important factor - ADULTS.
Do not underestimate the effect that you can have on your child’s long term participation in, and enjoyment of sport.
By taking a considered, understanding approach, a parent can be their child’s most valuable asset.
FAQs
- Can I drop my child off at training or competitions and come back later?
Little Athletics Queensland rules require a parent or guardian to be present at all competitions.
At Aspley Little Athletics we also require parents to remain at the ground during training sessions. This isn't just so you're there in the (unlikely) event that your child may be injured. Being present gives you the opportunity to better understand how training works as well as allowing you to get to know other friendly Aspley parents. There is also outdoor gym equipment at Bowden Park if you feel like keeping fit! - What kind of food does the canteen offer?
The canteen offers a range of refreshments and snacks. During competitions we also offer hot food. - Is there a system to keep track of my child’s results?
Aspley Little Athletics uses Results HQ - an online application that allows athletes to view, track and compare all of their results on the Web from a single login. You will receive access to ResultsHQ when you become a Club member. - Do I pay extra for training sessions?
Aspley Little Athletics Club members do not pay extra to attend training sessions. You can train with us as much as you like - it's all part of your registration entitlement when you join the Club. - I have seen some children wearing specially designed running shoes like spikes. Does my child need to wear these?
Athletes should wear footwear that provides the appropriate amount of support and grip for athletics. Older children (under 11 years and above) are able to wear spikes if they choose. Younger children may wear waffle style shoes if desired. For the Little Athletics Queensland Footwear Policy click here. If you have any questions feel free to ask one of our coaches.
- Is there some sort of awards system or club championship that the children compete for?
Yes, Aspley Little Athletics Club members compete for our annual club championship which are held at the end of the season across 3-4 weeks. This is a point system for all events which is then tallied for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place. At our Trophy presentation we also have a McDonald's Achievement Trophy for each eligible child, depending upon the levels they achieved throughout the season. See link below for more information from LAQ. laq.org.au/competition/mcdonalds-achievement-levels/ - Does Aspley Little Athletics compete against other clubs?
As part of the Little Athletics Queensland competition schedule Aspley athletes have the opportunity to compete against children from other clubs in various carnivals, regional relays, regional championships, state relays and state championships competitions.