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 17th
Q: What time does training start and finish?
A: Grade 6 - 9 start at 4pm and finish at 4.45pm (Competitive athletes finish at 5.15pm)
Grade 10 - 14 start at 5pm and finish at 6pm (Competitive athletes finish at 6.30pm)
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 training session and shorter season whereas a Competitive membership is aimed more towards more experienced athletes with longer training sessions and season 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 ($65). This is only worn at events outside of Wanaka, not at our weekly Club Nights (see above Club Singlet)
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 llike to
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