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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

An introduction to how athletics works in our club,. We have answers to some of the questions we have often been asked . 

Help us demystify athletics for others – ask us a question using our contact form aand we'll do our best to get back to you

1. Please explain the different seasons in Athletics and what types of sports your club does during the year.

2. Tell me more about the fee structure for joining, what would you advise a new member? Do events cost extra?

3. How do we work out the age of a child / adult for grading at events – as in, what date of the year do we use?

4. What is the ideal age to start athletics?

5. Is it compulsory to turn up to training and events?

6. What are the times for training in summer and winter for adults / children?

7. Is it compulsory to turn up to training and events?

8. How do I get to compete and go to the new stadium at Ngā Puna Wai?

9. How do I enter an event? What info do I need?
 

10. Does training and events sometimes get cancelled? How do I find out if this happens?

12. How do relays work? How many are there? Do I run with my club age group only or go in mixed teams with other clubs? Who chooses the relay teams?

13.  How can I get a New Brighton Olympic uniform and how much is it?

14. Who runs the club? Is everything voluntary? What could a new member help with at the times they are there - on arrival and on pick-up?

15.  What are the Colgate games?

16. What is 995?

17.  What does New Brighton Olympic specialise in - what is the club good at?

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