HOW CAN I START MY SENIOR ATHLETICS JOURNEY?

Athletics is a lifelong sport, from your first Little Athletics Saturday morning to the comradery of the Masters' Athletics Community, anyone can take part in athletics.

Athletics West offers a comprehensive Senior Athletics program aimed at individuals over the age of 11. Whether you are looking to have funs with friends, qualify for a national event or just want to get back into exercise or push for a new personal best, we’ve got you covered.

To become a senior athletics member in WA you are required to register with an affiliated senior club. Each club differs slightly in their offering; however, they all qualify you for the state’s weekly sanctioned program, Strive powered by Go For 2&5.

WHY SHOULD I JOIN A SENIOR ATHLETICS CLUB?

Joining athletics in your adult years is the perfect way to boost your health in every aspect. Trying your hand at track and field helps to boost your quality of life, build social relationships, and relieve stress after a long day of work.

Making athletics a part of your routine is a powerful investment in your well-being which helps to foster a healthier lifestyle which will benefit your health greatly in the long term. By joining a Senior Athletics Club, you will join a group of dedicated and like-minded individuals to help start your journey.

WHAT IS THE STRIVE PROGRAM?

The Strive Program is a part of the Athletics West Summer Season powered by Go For 2&5 which provides weekly track and field competitions for athletes aged 11 years and over. Events are held weekly from October through to March, predominantly on Friday evenings at the WA Athletics Stadium in Mount Claremont.

The Strive program powered by Go For 2&5 offers a wide range of events for all athletes and includes a rotating roster of athletics disciplines. This means you can run, jump and throw every week, while ensuring equal access for all disciplines.

HOW DO I BUY A SENIOR ATHLETICS MEMBERSHIP?

To compete in Strive events, athletes must have a senior membership with an Athletics West Affiliated Club or be registered as an Athletics West Independent. Registrations are now open.

Some Little Athletics members between the ages of 11 and 17 can become Dual Members and access senior competitions including Strive Powered by Go For 2&5 if their Centre is affiliated with both Little Athletics and Strive Programs.

READY TO START SOMETHING GREAT?

The 2024-25 Athletics Summer Season powered by Go For 2&5 is set to launch this September, with registrations open on 1 September. With our Little Athletes ready to emulate the heroics of our green and gold heroes, plus the National Championships bound for Perth, it’s bound to be a massive season.

 Whether you are looking for a new personal best, want to support your child's Little Athletics journey or are looking for the edge come next footy season, this summer 'Great Starts Here!'

GET STARTED

You can follow all athletics action via the Athletics West Facebook and Instagram pages.

For more information on how you can get involved in athletics, contact Athletics West on 08 6272 0480 or via admin@athleticswest.com.au.