Chelsea Little Athletics

Located in Melbourne, Chelsea Little Athletics is a sports club that offers an inclusive and engaging environment for boys and girls between the ages of 5 to 16. With a focus on family, fun, and fitness, the club provides a platform for young athletes to develop their skills, make friends, and pursue their athletic goals.

Registration for the 2023-24 season is now open and can be completed online through the official Chelsea Little Athletics website. The club's next meet will be held at GR Bricker Reserve in Moorabbin on Saturday, November 11. Warm-ups will begin at 8:30am, with races kicking off at 8:45am. Participants must be registered and wear their t-shirt patch and uniform.

Uniforms can be purchased and t-shirt patches can be collected at the Edithvale Reserve clubrooms on Thursdays from 6-7pm, specifically on the Thursdays preceding a Saturday race meet. It is important for online registrations to be completed by the Thursday prior to the upcoming Saturday in order to allow time for patch printing.

As part of their training programme, Chelsea Little Athletics offers relay training sessions at Riviera Reserve in Seaford on Tuesdays at 6:30pm, after regular track training. These sessions will be held on October 24 and 31, leading up to the Mentone relay day on November 12. Training will then resume on November 14 in preparation for the Regional relays carnival. Athletes interested in participating in relays are encouraged to attend these training sessions.

To stay updated on upcoming events and meet schedules, interested individuals can refer to the club's season calendar or follow their Facebook page. The club also organises various events, such as the Aths is Great Fun run, which takes place at the scenic Patterson River trail on Sunday, December 3. Supported by sponsors Atticus Health, Ray White Chelsea, and Melbourne Pack run coaching, participants can choose from a 6 km run or a 2 km run for younger athletes.

Furthermore, Chelsea Little Athletics takes pride in its recognition and success within the athletic community. In the 2015-16 season, the club was awarded as the 'BEST CENTRE' in the Southern Metropolitan Region and ranked '3rd BEST' out of 101 centres in Victoria. The club continues to strive for excellence and provides a supportive environment for athletes to thrive.

With a strong focus on development, community, and achievement, Chelsea Little Athletics offers a dynamic and engaging sports club experience for young athletes in Melbourne. Whether participants are looking to improve their skills, compete at a high level, or simply have fun, Chelsea Little Athletics provides a platform for individuals to grow both athletically and personally.