Athletics is a foundation sport which gives children the fundamental skills of running, jumping and throwing that are transferable across all sports.
Athletics Australia’s Sporting Schools programs, Kids’ Athletics, Run Active, and Novo Athletics, are an introduction to team-based activities in an age appropriate format.
The focus of these programs is on skill development to build a generation of active, healthy, sport loving children while most importantly having fun.
“Our ambition is to excite, bring in team ethics and provide all the physical literacies you need going through life in athletics and in all other sports.”
World Athletics President
Kids' Athletics
Kids’ Athletics is a highly engaging participation based program which focuses on the development of running, jumping and throwing through fun and engaging activities.
The program can be delivered in three skill levels:
- Beginner (Foundation - Grade 2)
- Intermediate (Grade 3 - 4)
- Advanced (Grade 5 - 6)
The Kids’ Athletics Program is fully aligned with all relevant school curriculum competencies.
The delivery of the product can be modified by the number of sessions willing to be delivered internally (teacher) or externally (Athletics Australia sourced coach).
Run Active
Athletics Australia's Run Active is a fun, games-based progressive run program for primary and secondary students. This 4 to 8 week program consists of a range of age and developmentally appropriate activities that promote enjoyment of physical activity, development of physical literacy, and provides a basis for an active lifestyle.
The delivery of the product can be modified by the number of sessions (minimum 4), and implemented either internally (teacher delivered program including accreditation course and coaching manual), or externally (Athletics Australia sourced coach).
Kids’ Athletics in partnership with Special Olympics Australia
Kids’ Athletics in partnership with Special Olympics Australia (Suitable for students with intellectual disability or autism) is an adapted version of the Kids’ Athletics program, catering for students with intellectual disabilities and autism. It has been designed by Athletics Australia in partnership with Special Olympics Australia for delivery in special education environments. Coaches are purposefully trained and provided with additional resources to deliver inclusive programs and to adapt activities to suit the needs of participating students.
Novo Athletics
The Novo Athletics (formerly Active Aths) program is designed to develop competence and capability in students, empowering them to confidently engage in sport and a healthy lifestyle.
The program engages all students in team-based activities that use a variety of basic athletics movements such as run, jump and throw. The focus is on fun, fitness and increased competence rather than gaining sport specific skills.
The delivery of the product can be modified by the number of sessions willing to be delivered internally (teacher) or externally (Athletics Australia sourced coach).
The Novo Athletics program is only available for Year 7 and Year 8 students.
With the support of Deaf Sports Australia, we can also facilitate an Active Deaf Kids program through Sporting Schools. To book, simply outline in the comments that you would like an Active Deaf Kids program.
Remote Delivery Resources for Teachers (for students learning from home)
Remote Delivery Resources for Teachers provides content to assist with the live or on demand delivery of athletics via your school’s online learning software and platforms. The package includes:
- Additional tips and recommendations for delivery in online and remote learning environments,
- Additional video content to support with the demonstration and teaching of fundamental movement skills, including 4x45min sessions.
Equipment
Run Active Equipment Pack - $580
- Whistle (x1)
- Skipping Ropes (x3)
- Field markers (set of 50)
- Hoops (60cms) x 20
- Marking Discs (x 20)
- Foam juggling rings (x8)
- Bean bags (x12)
- Cricket balls (x12)
- Lineman flags (x2)
- Soccer balls (x5 + carry bag & pump)
- Sashes (x40)
- Stop watch (x1)
To purchase the following equipment kits please add ‘Equipment’ to your coach or teacher delivered package via the Sporting Schools Booking System or purchase directly from Athletics Australia by emailing: Sporting.schools@athletics.org.au
| Primary school equipment packs | Secondary school equipment packs |
|---|---|
Kids’ Athletics Modified Equipment Pack - $450
| Novo Athletics Modified Equipment Pack - $600
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Kids' Athletics Equipment Pack - $600
| Novo Athletics Equipment Pack - $1000
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*If an item is out of stock - where possible it will be substituted by a similar item and schools will be notified of any changes to their order.
Teachers
To deliver sport as a teacher, you need to meet the requirements below:
- Hold a valid state and/or territory teacher registration
- Be employed at the school
- Confirm adequacy of insurance
Registered teachers can deliver Kids’ Athletics and Novo Athletics in Sporting Schools by meeting the following requirements:
- Primary School Programs:
- Kids' Athletics upskilling course
- Or, Run Active accreditation
- Secondary School Program:
- Novo Athletics upskilling course
Teachers can complete these courses by booking in a teacher-delivered package via the Sporting Schools Booking System.
Coaches
To deliver athletics as a coach, you need to meet the below requirements:
- Registered in OfficialsHQ as a coach and connected to a provider, SSO or NSO
- Be aged 16 years or over
- Hold a current Working with Children Check (paid check) or relevant exemption
- Confirm adequacy of insurance
- Agree to Coach terms and conditions
To deliver on behalf of NSO, coaches need to:
- Be connected to an endorsed provider, SSO or NSO in OfficialsHQ
- Primary School Programs:
- Level 1 Community Athletics Coach or above
- Kids' Athletics upskilling course (please contact coachaccreditation@athletics.org.au after completion of Level 1 or above course)
- Run Active accreditation
- Secondary School Program:
- Level 1 Community Athletics Coach or above
- Novo Athletics upskilling course (available when allocated a secondary school coaching position)
Coaching Providers
To deliver athletics as a provider organisation, you need to meet the below requirements:
- Registered as a provider in OfficialsHQ
- Hold a valid ABN or declare ABN exempt
- Confirm adequacy of insurance
- Agree to Provider Guidelines and Provider organisation terms and conditions
- Meet safety assessment (as determined by the NSO)
Sporting Schools is an Australia-wide program in partnership with over 30 national sporting organisations (NSO), of which Athletics Australia is one.
NOTE: All coaches that deliver under any provider must be registered and meet coach registration minimum requirements.
Athletics Australia Resources
The Kids’ Athletics curriculum aligned resources are designed to support flexible delivery of athletics in primary schools.
Teachers and coaches can deliver this program in 4, 5, 6 or 7 lessons with developmentally appropriate programs for:
The Run Active resources are designed to support flexible delivery of progressive running in primary and secondary schools.
Teachers and coaches can deliver this program in 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 lessons with developmentally appropriate programs
View the Run Active Lesson Overview.
The Novo Athletics program is designed to develop competence and capability in students, empowering them to confidently engage in sport and a healthy lifestyle.
View the program overview.
Schools can access these coaching manuals and training courses when they make a booking via the Sporting Schools Booking system.
Teachers and coaches wanting to build their Athletics knowledge can view the Athletics Australia coach course calendar to find a course near you.
Athletics Australia - Sporting Schools Coordinator
Email: sportingschools@athletics.org.au
Phone: (03) 8646 4550 (Select 4 for Sporting Schools)
Contact: Athletics Australia Sporting Schools Team
Website: https://www.athletics.com.au/get-involved-athletics/sporting-schools/