Interested in attending a Coaching Camp or Clinic?
Little Athletics Queensland runs various coaching clinics and camps for our members. A number of clinics and camps will be organised and conducted at various venues throughout the state. In providing clinics and camps to the community, Little Athletics Queensland aims to:
Provide an equitable and affordable coaching service to athletes throughout the state and allow access to quality coaching that result in the development of skills
Promote long term involvement in athletics by encouraging participants of all standards to identify the sport with enjoyment, friendship, improvement, learning, personal achievement and positive experiences
Offer participants opportunities to experience aspects of the sport beyond what may be available at a local centre level
All coaches are highly skilled in working with the ages groups catered for each event. Parents can be assured that all clinics and camps are conducted in a professional manner, as LAQ only employ qualified and accredited coaches, who have undergone a full ‘Working with Children Check’ in accordance with the Queensland Government Blue Card Services.
Check out the LAQ Link for more details
laq.org.au/athletes/coaching-camp-and-clinics/
Little Athletics Queensland runs various coaching clinics and camps for our members. A number of clinics and camps will be organised and conducted at various venues throughout the state. In providing clinics and camps to the community, Little Athletics Queensland aims to:
Provide an equitable and affordable coaching service to athletes throughout the state and allow access to quality coaching that result in the development of skills
Promote long term involvement in athletics by encouraging participants of all standards to identify the sport with enjoyment, friendship, improvement, learning, personal achievement and positive experiences
Offer participants opportunities to experience aspects of the sport beyond what may be available at a local centre level
All coaches are highly skilled in working with the ages groups catered for each event. Parents can be assured that all clinics and camps are conducted in a professional manner, as LAQ only employ qualified and accredited coaches, who have undergone a full ‘Working with Children Check’ in accordance with the Queensland Government Blue Card Services.
Check out the LAQ Link for more details
laq.org.au/athletes/coaching-camp-and-clinics/
Interested in New Zealand Development Tour?
Little Athletics Queensland has identified a major drop off in registered members in our older age groups. As such, we have organised this tour to encourage our athletes to remain involved in Little Athletics throughout their senior years. It is also anticipated that by doing this, it will encourage athletes to stay involved in the sport of Athletics as they move into adulthood. The purpose of the Tour is a development opportunity for athletes of all levels.
The Tour takes place in the January school holidays each year, and runs for approximately 10 days and it is not necessary to be an elite athlete to take part in this Tour. Athletes in the Team will spend time travelling and competing together throughout the South Island of New Zealand. Qualified LAQ Team Management will accompany the athletes while on the tour and will be in complete control of the athletes while they are away.
2020/21 Season Tour Details will be out soon
Check out the LAQ Link for more details
laq.org.au/athletes/new-zealand-development-tour/
Little Athletics Queensland has identified a major drop off in registered members in our older age groups. As such, we have organised this tour to encourage our athletes to remain involved in Little Athletics throughout their senior years. It is also anticipated that by doing this, it will encourage athletes to stay involved in the sport of Athletics as they move into adulthood. The purpose of the Tour is a development opportunity for athletes of all levels.
The Tour takes place in the January school holidays each year, and runs for approximately 10 days and it is not necessary to be an elite athlete to take part in this Tour. Athletes in the Team will spend time travelling and competing together throughout the South Island of New Zealand. Qualified LAQ Team Management will accompany the athletes while on the tour and will be in complete control of the athletes while they are away.
2020/21 Season Tour Details will be out soon
Check out the LAQ Link for more details
laq.org.au/athletes/new-zealand-development-tour/
Interested in State Team Selection?
Each year, Little Athletics Queensland selects a State Team to compete at the Australian Little Athletics Championships. These Championships are held over two days (usually in April) and are hosted by each Little Athletics State and Territory across the country. Little Athletics Queensland selects a Team of 32 athletes each year to compete at these Championships. The Team is made up of 26 x Under 13 athletes who compete in individual events as well as 6 x Under 15 athletes who compete in the Multi Event competition. Athletes are selected at the State Championships (U13) and Multi Event Championships (U15), which are held in March. It is a Teams Championships and although recognition is given to individual placegetters, the emphasis is on the Team performance and the main trophy for the day is the Under 13 trophy. There is also a Team trophy for the U15 athletes. You will find below, further details regarding the Team, the competition and eligibilitycriteria
Check out the LAQ Link for more details
laq.org.au/athletes/state-team/
Each year, Little Athletics Queensland selects a State Team to compete at the Australian Little Athletics Championships. These Championships are held over two days (usually in April) and are hosted by each Little Athletics State and Territory across the country. Little Athletics Queensland selects a Team of 32 athletes each year to compete at these Championships. The Team is made up of 26 x Under 13 athletes who compete in individual events as well as 6 x Under 15 athletes who compete in the Multi Event competition. Athletes are selected at the State Championships (U13) and Multi Event Championships (U15), which are held in March. It is a Teams Championships and although recognition is given to individual placegetters, the emphasis is on the Team performance and the main trophy for the day is the Under 13 trophy. There is also a Team trophy for the U15 athletes. You will find below, further details regarding the Team, the competition and eligibilitycriteria
Check out the LAQ Link for more details
laq.org.au/athletes/state-team/
Interested National U15 Camp Selection?
Little Athletics Australia provides an exciting opportunity for athletes in the Under 15 age group with the National U15 Camp.
This camp usually takes place in late Sept/early Oct at the Australian Institute of Sport, Canberra.
This is a live in elite camp and is a great opportunity to improve athletic skills by providing elite coaching and active participation in athletics. Being held at the AIS in Canberra means athletes can take full advantage of the world class facilities on offer. Each day will consist of coaching sessions to enhance performance in chosen events and improve general fitness. Workshops will be held on various topics such as strength and conditioning and stretching and there will also be guest appearances by senior elite athletes.
The aim of the camp is to develop and support young athletes who are showing a commitment to the sport and have reached national standard. Not only will athletes receive expert advice from some of the very best coaches from around Australia, it will be a fun and exciting time, and a chance for athletes to make new friends from all over the country.
The camp is open to selected athletes in the U15 age group in the 2020 / 2021 Little Athletics season, who have met a qualifying standard set by Little Athletics Australia. Usually, the qualifying standard is based on the top 3 results nationally in each event. Athletes are ranked from 1st to last and the top 3 athletes from each event are invited to attend.
Check out the LAQ Link for more details
laq.org.au/athletes/national-under-15-camp/
Little Athletics Australia provides an exciting opportunity for athletes in the Under 15 age group with the National U15 Camp.
This camp usually takes place in late Sept/early Oct at the Australian Institute of Sport, Canberra.
This is a live in elite camp and is a great opportunity to improve athletic skills by providing elite coaching and active participation in athletics. Being held at the AIS in Canberra means athletes can take full advantage of the world class facilities on offer. Each day will consist of coaching sessions to enhance performance in chosen events and improve general fitness. Workshops will be held on various topics such as strength and conditioning and stretching and there will also be guest appearances by senior elite athletes.
The aim of the camp is to develop and support young athletes who are showing a commitment to the sport and have reached national standard. Not only will athletes receive expert advice from some of the very best coaches from around Australia, it will be a fun and exciting time, and a chance for athletes to make new friends from all over the country.
The camp is open to selected athletes in the U15 age group in the 2020 / 2021 Little Athletics season, who have met a qualifying standard set by Little Athletics Australia. Usually, the qualifying standard is based on the top 3 results nationally in each event. Athletes are ranked from 1st to last and the top 3 athletes from each event are invited to attend.
Check out the LAQ Link for more details
laq.org.au/athletes/national-under-15-camp/
Little Athletics Program for schools
Little Athletics Program for SchoolsLAPS is a FREE program offered to Primary schools. This program allows students to participate in basic athletics skills in modified track and field events. These events are the Triple Jump, Javelin and Hurdles. LAQ will provide all equipment which is modified and safe for the use of the ages of the children.
The session is flexible to school time schedules and each session runs for 30 minutes, however can be extended to suit the school time schedule. A group size of approximately 30 students (or one class) is ideal for each session. Each participating child will also receive a certificate of participation and some LAQ promotional giveaways.
If you school is interested, please contact our Development Staff.
Shaun Lethem
0417 613 911
s.lethem@laq.org.au
Little Athletics Program for SchoolsLAPS is a FREE program offered to Primary schools. This program allows students to participate in basic athletics skills in modified track and field events. These events are the Triple Jump, Javelin and Hurdles. LAQ will provide all equipment which is modified and safe for the use of the ages of the children.
The session is flexible to school time schedules and each session runs for 30 minutes, however can be extended to suit the school time schedule. A group size of approximately 30 students (or one class) is ideal for each session. Each participating child will also receive a certificate of participation and some LAQ promotional giveaways.
If you school is interested, please contact our Development Staff.
Shaun Lethem
0417 613 911
s.lethem@laq.org.au
Athlete Travel Grants
There are a range of travel grants that maybe available.
CHECK OUT LAQ LINK
laq.org.au/funding/
Suggested organisations that may provide grants to help financially support athletes with travel expenses.
• Local Sporting Champions
• Young Athlete Assistance Program
• Get Started program (a Get in the Game initiative)
• Aspirations4Kids in Sport (a Future State Greats
Queensland initiative)
• Sunshine Coast Council’s Community Grants Program
There are a range of travel grants that maybe available.
CHECK OUT LAQ LINK
laq.org.au/funding/
Suggested organisations that may provide grants to help financially support athletes with travel expenses.
• Local Sporting Champions
• Young Athlete Assistance Program
• Get Started program (a Get in the Game initiative)
• Aspirations4Kids in Sport (a Future State Greats
Queensland initiative)
• Sunshine Coast Council’s Community Grants Program