Little Athletics is a centre based Track & Field competition for children aged between 5 and 14.
There are two information sheets available: WLAC General Information and About Little Athletics.
The Victorian Little Athletics Association has produced a Parent Handbook that provide comprehensive details about the little athletics program - a must read for new parents.

The Little Athletic year begins in October and runs through to the following September.
You can register at any time during the athletic year providing you are between the age of 5 and 14. You must be 5 years of age to join.
Track & Field events are held between October and March and Cross Country events are held between April and July.
Full details of what is required to register can be found on the Registration page.

You can determine the age group by using the Age Group Ready Reckoner. Please ensure that you bring proof of age when registering.

Waverley Little Athletics Track & Field events are held at Central Reserve in Glen Waverley between 8:15am and 11:30am on Saturday mornings.
Cross Country is usually held at various parks between 9am and 11am.

Athlete's performances in all events are recorded during the program. Children receive a sheet of stickers detailing these performances next week. These stickers are placed in a ‘sticker book’ provided where performances can be assessed by the child. Additionally, the results will be made available at the Results section of the Waverley Little Athletics website.

Parents are expected to assist with the operation of Little Athletics by carrying out regular duty requirements (usually every 2nd week). There are several types of duties possible, most parent enjoy 'officiating' at an event (e.g. Long Jump, Discus, Recording, etc.). Other typical duty needs are canteen, BBQ, set up & pack up of equipment, club administration, etc. Additional assistance is always welcomed on the Centre committee and all parents are free to help here.

How to Help at Little Athletics has been written for the new parent or anyone who hasn’t been involved with the sport before. It aims to provide basic information about all the events that make up the weekly program. Additionally, Please ensure you read the Centre rules and Code of Conduct that is outlined in the Centre Booklet.

Children must:

• Behave in a proper manner with their friends and parents
• Uphold our motto “Family, Fun, Fitness”

Additionally, Please ensure you read the Centre rules and Code of Conduct that is outlined in the Centre Booklet.

Further training is provided in all events by qualified coaches. Please refer to our Training page for details.

Insurance is provided by the Victorian Little Athletics Association.

First Aid is provided at the Waverley Little Athletics Centre.

At the end of each season, presentations are made to children based on:

• The child’s performance
• The child’s improvement
• The child’s participation

Trophies, Medals and certificates are typically awarded. The Waverley Handbook supplied at the time of registration will detail the types of awards and trophies available for each year.

Our emphasis is on fun and fitness. Children can join with any level of skill or fitness. Children are given plenty of encouragement to achieve personal bests.

All children are encouraged to join. While there are no specific programs for children with disabilities, you are welcome to raise any issues with any committee member.

Yes, you may have two "Come and Try" days before making a decision to register.

Please Contact Waverley Little Athletics Membership Justine Box for any further details.