Welcome to Our Athletics Club 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

We’re delighted to welcome new athletes and families to our club! Athletics is a fantastic way for children to stay active, build confidence, make friends, and most importantly—have fun. Whether your child is trying athletics for the first time or already loves to run, jump, and throw, they’ll find a supportive home here.

A Fun, Inclusive Club for Everyone

Our club prides itself on being friendly, inclusive, and community-focused. We welcome children of all abilities and experience levels. While some athletes enjoy competing, others simply love being active with friends—and both are equally valued here.

We focus on:

Enjoyment and participation
Developing athletic skills at the child’s own pace
Encouragement, teamwork, and sportsmanship
Building confidence and lifelong friendships

Club Policies & Code of Conduct

To ensure a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment for everyone, all members and families are asked to follow our club policies.

These include:

Respect for coaches, officials, volunteers, and fellow athletes
Positive behaviour on and off the track
Parental support from the sidelines
Commitment to fair play and inclusion

Full details of our Child Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct, and Membership Policies are available on the registration page and should be reviewed by all families.

Training & Seasons

Athletics runs across two main seasons:

🏖️ Outdoor Season

Typically runs from spring through summer
Events include running, jumping, and throwing
Training takes place on the track and outdoor facilities

❄️ Indoor / Winter Season

Runs during autumn and winter
Focus on skill development, fitness, and fun
Indoor competitions depending on age group - January to April
Cross Country - September to December for Primary and Athletics Ireland. Secondary January - March

Training Times

For children born in 2018 (aged 7), 2017 & 2016:
🕕 Mondays, 6:00–7:00 PM

For children born in 2015 and older:
🕕 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00–7:15 PM

Competitions – Optional but Encouraged!

Competition is never compulsory, especially for younger athletes. We encourage children to try competitions when they feel ready, in a supportive and relaxed environment.

Competitions may include:

Local league events
Fun club competitions
County and regional meets for older athletes

Our coaches guide athletes and parents through the process so everyone knows what to expect.

What Equipment Will My Child Need?

👟 Spikes

Spikes are not required for beginners
Children usually move to spikes when they are confident and competing
Coaches will advise when it’s the right time
Correct spikes are important for safety and performance
5mm for track and 9/12mm for Cross Country (younger kids will do fine in football boots)
Can be bought in Elvery's and Greene's Claremorris (094) 9362899 (ring ahead for sizes)

👕 Clothing

Comfortable sportswear for training
Club gear is optional (and available once registered)
Weather-appropriate layers for outdoor sessions
Please see our Girls in Sport page for information about Sports Bras

More Than Just Athletics 💚

We’re not just a sports club—we’re a community! Throughout the year, we host plenty of social events for athletes, parents, and siblings to enjoy.

Some of our favourite events include:

🎉 St Patrick’s Day Parade
🕺 Kiddies Disco
🎱 Bingo Afternoons
🎄 Seasonal celebrations and family fun days such as Jingle Bell run

These events are a big part of club life and a brilliant way to meet other families and get involved.

Getting Involved

Our club is run by dedicated volunteers, and we always welcome help—big or small! Whether it’s assisting at events, helping on competition days, or supporting social activities, there’s a role for everyone. Please contact [email protected]

We’re So Glad You’re Here!

Joining an athletics club is the start of an exciting journey. We look forward to welcoming your family, cheering on your child’s achievements (big and small!), and sharing lots of great memories both on and off the track.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’re always happy to help 😊