{"id":4967,"date":"2016-09-21T18:13:21","date_gmt":"2016-09-21T08:13:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/?page_id=4967"},"modified":"2025-10-06T11:02:49","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T00:02:49","slug":"summer-track-field","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/?page_id=4967","title":{"rendered":"Coaching > Summer Track &amp; Field"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Welcome to a brand-new season of fun, fitness, and friendship!<\/strong><br>We\u2019re thrilled to see so many athletes, new and returning &#8211; getting ready to hit the track. Training is the heart of what we do at Knox, and our amazing team of coaches can\u2019t wait to help you learn, grow and enjoy every moment this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Training Times &amp; Locations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Regular Training<\/strong>: <strong>Monday &amp; Wednesday afternoons at Knox Park<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some coaches will also run extra sessions on other days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A few groups are continuing training away from Knox Park &#8211; please check directly with your coach for location details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What We Offer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We provide coaching in <strong>all track &amp; field events<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Running &amp; Relays<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sprints (60\u2013400m)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Middle Distance (800\u20131500m + Cross Country)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hurdles (60\u2013400m)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jumps (Long, Triple &amp; High Jump)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Throws (Shot Put, Discus, Javelin)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Special Coaching for New Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the start of each season, we run <strong>special clinics<\/strong> to introduce new skills:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>U11 athletes<\/strong> (and any older athletes who\u2019d like a refresher) can join coaching for <strong>Javelin, Block Starts, Hurdles, High Jump &amp; Triple Jump<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These sessions are a fantastic way to build confidence in new events and set up strong foundations for the season ahead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep an eye out for these dates early in the season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spikes \u2013 Wearing &amp; Buying<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wearing Spikes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>U13+<\/strong>: Allowed in all events except walks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>U6\u2013U10<\/strong>: No spikes allowed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>U11\u2013U12<\/strong>: Allowed up to 400m, all relays, jumps &amp; javelin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Buying Spikes<\/strong><br>For those of you who are looking at purchasing spikes this season, the attached flyer is a good guide on what to look out for, plus some useful tips. <a href=\"http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Spikes.pdf\" data-type=\"attachment\" data-id=\"17444\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, please contact our Executive Committee or Coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coaching Sessions for Season 2025-26<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/coaching2526.png?resize=640%2C448\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/coaching2526.png?w=972 972w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/coaching2526.png?resize=300%2C210 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/coaching2526.png?resize=100%2C70 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/coaching2526.png?resize=200%2C140 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can view and download the schedule <a href=\"http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/2025-26-Coaching-Schedule-202509091.png\" data-type=\"attachment\" data-id=\"17413\">Here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"296\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/2025-10-06_094454.png?resize=640%2C296\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/2025-10-06_094454.png?w=955 955w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/2025-10-06_094454.png?resize=300%2C139 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/2025-10-06_094454.png?resize=100%2C46 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/2025-10-06_094454.png?resize=200%2C92 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/klac23.org.au\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/2025-26-Coach-contacts-202509091.png\" data-type=\"attachment\" data-id=\"17414\">Download Here<\/a><br><br><strong>Important Reminders<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Registration<\/strong>: All athletes must have a current Little Athletics registration to train at Knox.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Other Centres<\/strong>: Athletes from other centres are welcome \u2014 please contact the coach before attending. Knox athletes always have priority for spots.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All-Round Development<\/strong>: Coaches recommend trying a variety of events (no specialising before U12).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be Sun Smart<\/strong>: Bring water, sunscreen, a hat, and wear comfy clothing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coach Safety<\/strong>: Coaches may limit group sizes based on safety, equipment, or age differences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26a0\ufe0f About Non-KLAC Training Sessions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note: Some sessions run outside Knox Little Athletics are <strong>not official Little Athletics training<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you attend, it\u2019s at your own risk \u2014 please always contact the coach first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They may require their own fees, memberships, or equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KLAC does not provide equipment\/facilities for these sessions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to a brand-new season of fun, fitness, and friendship!We\u2019re thrilled to see so many athletes, new and returning &#8211; getting ready to hit the track. 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