Maryborough Little Athletics Centre is a sports club located in the Central Goldfields Shire in Victoria, Australia. The club offers athletics programmes and competitions for children and teens aged 5 to 16 years, including the newly introduced U17 age group. The club also offers a Winter cross country season from April to July, which is open to all registered members at no extra cost.
The club's main venue is Jack Pascoe Reserve, which can be accessed via the indoor pool entry in Gillies Street. The club meets on Friday evenings from the 7th of October, 2022, until the end of March 2023. Events start at 5:30 pm, so participants are encouraged to arrive at 5:15 pm. The club takes a break for Christmas and January.
In addition to its regular season, the club also organises various events and competitions throughout the year. Some of these events include the Highland Games, State Relay Championships, State Combined Event Championships, and Region Track and Field Championships. The club provides a detailed season calendar on their website and social media platforms for participants to stay updated with upcoming events.
To join the Maryborough Little Athletics Centre, returning athletes can register via the link provided in the email they receive or through the registration portal. New members have the opportunity to participate in a free two-week trial as trial athletes before deciding to register as full members. The trial offer is available to athletes who have not registered in previous seasons.
The club prides itself on having one of the lowest fee structures in the state, making it accessible to a wide range of participants. More information regarding the fees can be obtained by contacting the club.
For further information, the club provides a comprehensive FAQ section on their website. It includes details about the meeting times and location, eligibility to participate, age group calculation, and registration process for both new and returning athletes.
Maryborough Little Athletics Centre also engages with its members and the wider community through social media platforms such as Facebook, where they share updates, event details, merchandise information, and other relevant news. The club is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for young athletes to develop their skills and foster a love for athletics.