FAQ's
Q: How do I know what age group or grade to register my child in?
A: The correct age group or grade is the age your child is as of 31st December of the current year. For example, if Jamie is currently 6 years of age but they turn 7 prior to December 31st then you would enter Jamie in the Grade (Age) 7-14 category.
Q: What afternoon is athletics on?
A: Thursday afternoons starting October 9th
Q: What time does training start and finish?
A: Grades 5 - 8 start at 4.30pm and finish at 5.30pm
Grades 9 - 14 start at 5.45pm and finish at 6.45pm
Q: How do I know whether to register my child as 'Social' or 'Competitive'?
A: A Social membership is best suited to new(er) athletes as it is a shorter season (Oct - Dec) whereas a Competitive membership is aimed more towards more experienced athletes with a longer season (Oct - Mar). There are also 4 x Saturday morning Competitions they can attend as well as the opportunity to travel outside of Wanaka for competitions.
Q: My child is 6yrs old - can I enter them as Competitive?
A: Any child from the age of 6 can compete in athletics events throughout Otago but we do suggest speaking with our coaches before choosing this option.
Q: Can my child wear spikes?
A: Athletes from Grade (Age) 10 and up are permitted to wear spikes
Q: Do I have to purchase a Club singlet?
A: It's not mandatory to wear our black Club singlet on Thursday's but we do strongly encourage it to help foster the feeling of being part of a team.
Q: What uniform does my child wear to competitions outside of Wanaka?
A: If you are registering your child as Competition then they will also need to purchase a Competitive Singlet.. This is only worn at events outside of Wanaka, not at our weekly Club Nights (see above Club Singlet). You can also purchase hoodies or tracksuits which will be available soon in the new SHOP.
Q: Will you offer additional training for children who are competing at Colgate Games or Mini Multis or Otago Champs?
A: Yes we will - dates to be confirmed
Q: If I register my child as Social but would then like to change them to Competitive, can I do this?
A: Yes. There will be an 'Upgrade' option available from November. Keep an eye on Facebook updates for this.
Q: I'd like to get involved either on the Committee or as a Coach - how do I do this?
A: We would love to hear from you! Please contact us on aspiringathleticswanaka@gmail.com