How to get Involved in Athletics

Getting involved in Athletics is as easy as 1,2,3. Follow the steps below to find the best level of competition for you.

Choose your level of competition

Firstly choose which level of competition you would like to be involved in.

Local Athletics

Events run locally under the rules of Athletics Ballarat or Affiliated Clubs
  • Entry Level Competion
  • No Athletics Victoria or Little Athletics Victoria memberships required
  • Can compete as an Individual or part of a club
  • Available to Athletes of All Ages

State Athletics

Events run under Athletics Victoria rules, in partnerships with Local Athletics Centres and Clubs.
  • For Athletes Born 2013 or Earlier
  • Athletics Victoria membership required
  • Must be affiliated with a local Athletic Club (See Below)
  • Can compete at Athletics Victoria Specials meets
  • Opportunity to compete for Victoria & Australia in Representative Teams

Little Athletics

Events run under Little Athletics Victorias rules in partnership with Local Little Athletics Centres
  • For Athletes aged 5 to 16
  • Little Athletics Victoria Membership required.
  • u9+ can compete at State & Regional Competitions
  • Access to Little Athletics Victoria "Junior Development Squad" and other training camps
  • u13-u15 Opportunity to represent Victoria at the Australian Little Athletics Championship.

Choose a Club

Once you know the level of competition you are wanting to compete in, choose the club or centre you wish to compete for. To learn more about all Athletics Ballarat club click on 'CHOOSE A CLUB"

Register to Join

After choosing a level of competition and club. Click on the buttons below to join.

Request Further information

Still not sure what the right option is for you. Get in touch with us and we can guide you through your choices.