THE GAP Little Athletics What is Little Athletics?
Little Athletics began in Victoria in the early 1960’s and was originally developed to develop children who were too young to be part of Athletics Australia. Little Athletics was brought to Queensland in 1973 and the first centre was established at Redcliffe. Redcliffe is part of our Regional area.
The Gap branch started in September 1977 (same time as Strathpine), making this year our 31st year. The club is an incorporated organisation affiliated with Queensland Little Athletics Inc. (QLAA). The club is a non-profit organisation administered by a committee of volunteers. The home ground is the oval of the Gap State HIGH School on Waterworks Road, The Gap.
The MOTTO of Little Athletics is ‘Family, Fun and Fitness’. This highlights that we are a community activity involving the whole family on a weekly basis.
Family – Family involvement is vital for the success of Little Athletics. The registered athlete participates in the track and field events, while parents, grandparents and siblings are involved as officials, recorders, coaches or committee members.
Fun – The level of competition is whatever the family wants it to be – whether participation is on Friday nights only, training sessions, or at various competitions and carnivals. Each child is encouraged to improve their own performances, not necessarily be the best in the age group.
Fitness – By participating at weekly meetings, children are contributing to their own active lifestyle. Parents also get fresh air and are active as they assist with activities.