SLLAC Constitution
Our constitution (Rules of Association) reflects the current practice at our centre and comply with the State body requirements.
By-Laws
The addition, changing, or deletion of the By-Laws of South Launceston Little Athletics Centre is governed by the terms included in the SLLAC Rules of Association.
Officials
All officials must be accredited to the minimum requirement as advised by Little Athletics Tasmania. The minimum requirement is Level 1, which is a free online course. All helpers must hold a current WWVP card.
Check the Athletics Australia website for more information.
Standard Rules of Competition
The Little Athletics Tasmania Rules of Competition book has been set down for all Little Athletics competitions conducted by Little Athletics Tasmania, its affiliated centres and clubs and it is in accordance with the Competition Rules of Little Athletics Australia. The rules are based on the World Athletics rules and have been modified to be age appropriate for children and young people from the age of 5 to 15. Where Little Athletics rules are silent, World Athletics rules shall apply.
SLLAC Inclusion Policy
South Launceston Little Athletics Centre supports and facilitates the inclusion of all people and has adopted an inclusion policy for all members to support.
Play By The Rules
Play by the Rules provides information and online learning for community sport and recreation on how to prevent and deal with discrimination, harassment and child abuse and develop inclusive and welcoming environments for participation.
SLLAC supports this initiative and encourages all officials, parents, athletes and others involved with our centre to log onto the website where there is a lot of information and complete the online training courses relevant to your level of involvement.
SLLAC Contribution for Little Athletics State Representatives
Financial assistance will be offered to athletes registered at SLLAC, for a State Little Athletics team on the following basis. The Tasmanian Team travel to and participate in the Australian Little Athletics Championships (ALAC).
- U13 State Team members receive $50 per year of service at SLLAC, to a maximum of $350.
In the event of ALAC cancellation or the Tasmanian team withdrawing from ALAC, a contribution to the value of $100 from SLLAC will be gifted to each athlete (U13) in recognition of their State Team selection.
Centre Championships
Shoes must be worn on all track and field sites and athletes must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to all competition meetings.
Athletes must wear the centre uniform to be eligible to compete in all competition meetings and Centre Championships.
Badge Placement
The front of the athlete’s competition top MUST display the athlete’s name bib. The Coles age patch is to be displayed on the front, upper right side of the competition top.
Only the current season’s badges are to be worn. Please ensure that all previous year’s badges are removed from uniforms.
Cancellations
If a meeting has to be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions our preferred method of advisement is via our Facebook Page, which is also displayed on our Centre Announcements section, located in our home page.
Visiting Athletes
Visitors to the centre can register to compete and have results recorded if they visit the Records and Ranking Officer located in the main grandstand building and pay $5 at the canteen.
Spikes and starting blocks
This document outlines age-based regulations for using spike shoes and starting blocks in athletics, including permitted events, spike lengths, and usage guidelines.
OUR PRINCIPLES
PERSONAL IMPROVEMENT
Every athlete is encouraged to strive to be their personal best. Badges are awarded throughout the season to celebrate personal improvements and a special PB day is held every season.
SPORTSMANSHIP
Being a good sport is the most important quality an athlete can possess. Through Little Athletics, our members learn this important skill and are actively encouraged to lead by example.
HAVE FUN
Having fun is the best part of Little Athletics. Many children across the age groups develop life-long friendships as a result of the fun they have during and waiting for competition.
ENCOURAGEMENT
At SLLAC we encourage participation from Tiny Tots to under 15. Our centre athletes inspire and encourage their fellow competitors, with encouragement awards presented at the end of the season.
RESPECT
At SLLAC we respect our fellow athletes, our volunteers and the families that attend. We aim to treat people fairly and with respect at all times.
INCLUSION
SLLAC is an inclusive and welcoming centre. We have one all-abilities running chair for use by those with physical limitations and we can modify events for those with a range of disabilities.
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