Age Manager Training Course

The Little Athletics NSW Age Manager Training Course is designed for people who want to get better at helping kids participate in Little Athletics events at a grass roots level.

It will equip you with some of the key skills and knowledge needed to successfully carry out an age manager role or an age group leader role at your Little Athletics centre.

By the end of the session, you will have learned about:

• Basic event set-up and safety
• Centre-level rules & officiating
• Helping kids learn basic athletics skills

Both face-to-face and live virtual versions of the training can be delivered.

Who is the Training For?

The training is great for age managers and potential age managers of U6-U17 age groups, parent helpers, school teachers, and others who want to learn about the basics of the Little Athletics events.

Time Commitment

The training is available in the following formats:

• 2-hour face-to-face practical session
• 2-hour live interactive webinar
• Online on-demand videos

Modules

• Shot Put
• Discus
• Javelin
• Long Jump
• Triple Jump
• High Jump
• Track Events

Resources

Participants are given access to an “Age Manager Training Participant Manual” as a downloadable PDF file.

Participant Requirements

• All participants must be a minimum of 14 years of age at the time of the course.
• There is no assessment, written or practical.
• For practical sessions, comfortable clothing and footwear, and adequate sun protection is recommended.
• Practical sessions offer the opportunity for light physical involvement, however it is not compulsory.

Participant Fee

The training is delivered free-of-charge.

Accreditation

No formal accreditation is gained for attendance.

Upcoming Courses

Contact

For all enquiries, contact Darren Wensor, Head of Coach & Volunteer Development, on Ph. 02 9633 4511 (Ext 108) mob. 0417 686 257 or via email dwensor@lansw.com.au.