Venue

Meets are held at Birdwood High School oval, Shannon Street, Birdwood.

We begin at 4pm with set-up of the oval, followed by a warm-up at 4.15.

Competition begins at 4.30pm sharp and continues until approximately 6pm, where we all gather under the gum trees for a BBQ and a cold drink.

Age Groups

Athletes compete within their own age group: From Tiny Tots through to Under 17s. Depending on numbers, age groups may also be split into Boys and Girls, to minimise waiting times at events.

Age groups are determined by the athlete’s age on September 30th, prior to the beginning of each season. The athlete stays in this age group for the entire Little Athletics season until September 30th the following year. For example, children must be 5 years of age on or before September 30th 2008 to compete in the Under 6 age group. Children who are between 3 and 5 years of age before this date may compete in Tiny Tots.

Tiny Tots is a program for children aged 3 and 4 years. It is designed to provide a fun environment wher the fundamental movement skills can be introduced, improved upon and enjoyed. The program recognises the importance of regular physical activity for all children, establishing positive activity choices from a young age.

The Tiny Tot program encourages and develops the following areas:

• Perceptual skills
• Overall strength
• Balance and confidence in movement
• Body and spatial awareness
• Motor planning
• Independence
• The ability to follow directions

The basis for Tiny Tots is on undertaking activities with the aim to succesfully moving into the Under 6 age group. While some activities are just for fun, others specifically relate to developing skills to be successful in more complex athletic events.

We ask that wherever possible a parent or guardian remains with the Tiny Tot throughout the program as the activities are run by volunteers and it is not a babysitting facility. The children love it when their parent/guardian gets involved in the session.