Elite & Emerging Squad Registration Information

Please make sure to read and fill out all neccessary questions and complete payment for the program at the end of the registration form.
Join the 2026 Little Athletics Academy!

Level up your skills this winter at the SA Athletics Academy! Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned competitor, our program is designed for any athlete with a desire to improve.

Choose Your Squad

Emerging Squad ($230): Designed for athletes aged 9 through 13. To be eligible, you must turn at least 9 years old by December 31st, 2026—meaning you were born on or before December 31, 2017.

Elite Squad ($260): For advanced athletes who will have turned at least 12 years old by December 31st, 2026 (born on or before December 31, 2014). Participants must also have competed or qualified at the 2026 State Individual Championships.

Program Highlights

Qualified Coaching: The program includes 6 sessions featuring 2-hour practical blocks led by accredited coaches.

Event Choice: The events offered to all participants are; Sprints, Middle Distance, Hurdles, Long Jump, High Jump, Triple Jump, Javelin, Discus, Shotput*

*Some age restriction may impact event availability

Athlete Development: Participants will attend a 1-hour theory session presented by a sports industry professional aimed to assist with athlete development.

Academy Gear: All registered athletes receive an official Academy training shirt included in the registration fee.

High-Quality Facilities: All training is held at the SA Athletics Stadium.

Session Schedule
The Academy sessions are conducted on Sundays leading up to the 2026/2027 Summer Season:

Program 1: Sunday, June 21
Program 2: Sunday, June 28
Program 3: Sunday, July 5

Break No sessions July 12 or July 19
Program 4: Sunday, July 26
Program 5: Sunday, August 2
Program 6: Sunday, August 9

Emerging Squad Times: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Elite Squad Times: 12:15 pm – 2:15 pm.

Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 18th, 2026.

Can't make every session? Athletes have the option to register for a partial 3-session program at a reduced fee. For pricing details and registration for this partial program, please contact Little Athletics SA at programs@salaa.org.au or call 08 8352 8133.

Full Program Booklet Available Here
Full FAQ Available Here

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