About USC Little Athletics Club
We’ve been running Little Athletics at the University of the Sunshine Coast since 2007. What started as a vision from two local athletics enthusiasts has grown into one of the largest Little Athletics centres in Queensland.
We’re affiliated with Little Athletics Queensland and Little Athletics Australia, which means we follow proper programs, have trained officials, and give kids real athletic development. But what really matters is this: we run a welcoming club where kids of all abilities can have fun, get active, and feel like they belong.
Every Friday night during the season, families turn up to our professional red athletics track at USC. It’s not a school oval with painted lines—it’s a proper competition surface that makes athletics feel special without being intimidating.
What we stand for
Family, fun, and fitness. You'll hear those words a lot in Little Athletics, but here's what they actually mean at our club.
Family
We're great for families whether you have one child or five. Our pricing is capped to make it easier on larger (3 or more) families to participate. We're all about family whether it's cheering from the sidelines or getting involved volunteering (no pressure, but we appreciate those who do!).
Fun
We're not here to create the next Olympic champion. If that happens, fantastic. But mostly we're here so kids can try new things, challenge themselves, and enjoy being active. The atmosphere is supportive, not stressful.
Fitness
We help kids build skills that carry into other sports and into life. Running, jumping, throwing—these are foundations. Little Athletics teaches kids how to move well, compete fairly, and work toward goals. That matters whether they stick with athletics or move on to something else.
What makes us different
Great facilities
Amazing, professional environment and track at the USC.
Everyone is welcome
Kids of all skill levels and abilities are welcome, it's all about having a go.
Family friendly schedule
One fixed time, once a week from September to March on Fridays from 5:45pm
Affordable fun
Got multiple kids? Our pricing is reduced for bigger families so it's budget friendly.
Who we help
University of the Sunshine Coast Little Athletics Centre is for children aged 3 and 4 (our tiny tots) through to under 17s. It’s for families living on the Sunshine Coast who want their kids active and involved in something structured but not overwhelming.
You don’t need a child who’s already fast or coordinated. You don’t need to know anything about athletics yourself. You just need a kid who’s willing to have a go, and we’ll take it from there.
If you’re worried your child might feel intimidated or out of place, we get it. That’s exactly why we work hard to create an environment where trying your best is what matters, not being the best.