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Ryde Athletics Centre

Locality: Marsfield

Address: Dunbar Park 2112 Marsfield, NSW, Australia

Website: http://ryde-athletics.org.au

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25.01.2022 Only 30 spots left. Don't hang around! We will be full by the end of the weekend! UPDATE : REGO'S NOW CLOSED. PLEASE SEE LATEST POST

23.01.2022 Thanks to Melanie Cunningham Photography we have a few more photos of our winners Amia and Misha in the 100m Jim Hull race and the 800m Ross Foster race!

23.01.2022 Ryde Athletics collection day TODAY Come along during your allocated time. If you have multiple children in your family select a time that works for you and you can collect your entire family's things in that time slot. At collection day you will be collecting your child's rego number for the season, plus you have the opportunity to purchase uniforms or collect uniforms already purchased. ... Maria the sewing lady will be there ready to take your shirts and patches to sew on for you at a cost. This is a service that is always appreciated by many family's! For those who are new to our club you will also have the opportunity to meet some of the committee members and ask questions. If you weren't able to collect your child trophies at our trophy collection day they will be available to collect. Trophies not collected by the 30th of September will be returned to the wholesaler. When you arrive at Dunbar Park please follow the directions on what gate to enter the track via. Please sanitise on entry. During the morning we will be testing our QR code that we will be using throughout the season. Please be prepared to test this system. If you are feeling unwell please stay at home, there will be another opportunity to collect your child's pack. Please bring proof of age if you are new to the club and haven't already provided it 10:00-10-20 tots 10:20-10:40 under 6's 10:40-11:00 under 7's 11:00-11:20 under 8's 11:20-11:40 under 9's 11:40-12:00 under 10's 12:00-12:20 under 11's 12:20-12:40 under 12's 12:40-13:00 under 13's 13:00-13:20 under 14's 13:20-13:40 under 15's 13:40-14:00 under 17's

23.01.2022 Merry Christmas from Ryde Athletics What a great day! Huge Congratulations to Amia U9g who won the Jim Hull 100m handicap race and to Misha U9b who won the Ross Foster 800m handicap race! ... It is always great fun to see all the age groups race against each other and to have the under 9's take out both races was fantastic! We also had centre records broken; Josh Smith U13b 400m - 60.40s Ruby Worrell U15g 100m - 12.91s Brendan Mannasz U17b High Jump - 1.86m Ben Stevens U17b Discus - 43.88m Well done! Amazing efforts! It was fabulous to look out into the track and see all the striped socks and Christmas clothes. A fun festive atmosphere was the best way to finish our 2020 athletics! We wish everyone a happy, healthy and safe Christmas and New Year

23.01.2022 Congrats again Ruby!

23.01.2022 Everything is a little different at Ryde Athletics this year. Just as the rest of the world has needed to alter everyday routines, we have needed to change a few things too. So lets clear up some confusion. ... *Everyone must check IN and OUT of Dunbar park when attending and leaving each week. This includes parents/guardians and children/athletes. *Check in/out is completed by scanning any one of the numerous QR codes located at the entrance and exit of the park. Use the EVA App (Apple App - evacheck.in/apple Android App - evacheck.in/android) or the camera function on your phone to complete the check in/out process. *Only 1 parent can attend per family and no unregistered siblings *The parent that attends will need to assist on the field. We have numerous events, and all of them need parental help to run. You do not need to have previous experience, there will be someone to guide you. *Children must not be left at Dunbar Park unattended Make sure you follow signage and enter and exit the park as per map below. *This season there is to be no spectators. *Enjoy the Little A's 20/21 season! If you have any questions please feel free to get in touch via social media or email [email protected] See you on the track!

23.01.2022 Show your stripes! On our final athletics day of 2020 -12th December- We invite our athletes to wear their stripey socks! ... If you already own a pair please wear them on the 12/12 and if you don't already have them they will be available to buy at the BBQ for the next 2 weeks ($5)! On the 12/12 we would also LOVE to see parents, age managers and volunteers dressed in their best Christmas/festive wear

22.01.2022 A few familiar names in this list recognizing the amazing effort of the NSW officials during the "best Olympics ever"

21.01.2022 For those that were interested in the Manly Warringah invitational, we now know that on Sat 12th December they will be running Program 2 (http://manlywarringahlittleathletics.org.au//2021-TrackFie) And on Sat 19th December it will be Program 3 (http://manlywarringahlittleathletics.org.au//2021-TrackFie)

21.01.2022 Amazing day for athletics! A huge congratulations to our newest Ryde Club Captains! Claire and Adam We are also happy to report that we've had several records broken! ... Bravo to - U15G - Georgia Phillips 1500m (5:02.9) U17B - Adam Bruntsch 1500m (4:19.9) U17B - Ben Stevens Shot Put (15.29m) U17B - Ben Stevens Discus (42.91m) U14G - Jess Johnston Javelin (35.51m) U11B - Daniel Cox 80m Hurdles (15:39) Well done to all our Ryde athletes Good luck to those competing in the Seniors Championship day tomorrow! We look forward to sharing all the great results!

20.01.2022 The trouble spot at the track has been fixed After a heavy night of rain we can confirm its pretty dry. Hopefully we are on the right track!

20.01.2022 A quick video of Brendans record breaking 1.86m high jump today! Congrats again! on for bonus sound effects

20.01.2022 Some of our Athletes might be interested in Melindas upcoming clinics

20.01.2022 Week 2 of our coaching sessions complete We've had some great feedback and we hope you've found it beneficial! We just wanted to clear up any confusion as to why the coaching is only in some events and not all events. ... There are 2 main reasons; 1) Availability of qualified and trained coaching volunteers* And 2) We wanted to focus on training the athletes in the new, riskier and more difficult events for their age groups so they can start the season with confidence. We have one more week of our coaching sessions this Saturday 26/09 before we begin fully (with points) on Saturday 10/10 *If anyone is interested in becoming involved in coaching there are plenty of vacancies for this rewarding task! Please contact Dale or send a message to the page for more information.

20.01.2022 Attention U13-U17 athletes Nominations for the Youth State Championships are now open! Click link below for further info!

19.01.2022 We hope everyone had a great time at Ryde Relays

19.01.2022 A HUGE thank you to the committee members who came along to the collection day to help today! Most of them were there from 9:30am-2:30pm. Days like today wouldn't happen without you!!! Thank you to everyone who came down to get their collection packs. It was great to see so many new faces!! Don't forget to join TeamApp, and make sure you log in!! If you couldn't make it today we'll be there again on Saturday the 5th from 1pm-3pm. Please make the effort to come and collect ...your pack, we'd really appreciate it I can't wait for the season to start! How about you?

18.01.2022 Multi-Class Athletes For our multi-class athletes that are wanting to compete at State Championships, registration via the following link is required by 31st Jan 2021 https://eventdesq.sportstg.com/index.cfm

18.01.2022 U9 - U12 athletes/parents Please check TeamApp for detailed information regarding the upcoming State Championships Qualifying Event.

18.01.2022 Despite the clouds today, tomorrow we should have clear skies, perfect for Little Athletics! Don't forget to be sun smart! Reminder for those interested to bring your team at 8am for a 4 x 100m relay practice!

18.01.2022 For those interested in the Manly Warringah Little Athletics invitational, we have received the program for this coming Saturday with start times and first events. A reminder to make sure to pre-register at: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLScAJVU6Z4TMYWOuzN/viewform No on the day registrations will be accepted.... Good luck to all Ryde Little Athletes!

18.01.2022 That was a HOT morning! Thank you to all our age managers and volunteers for their efforts in getting through all our events quickly and efficiently! Congratulations to Adam Bruntsch on breaking the 800m record, running in 2:02.7 (OR 2:06.3)... Just a reminder that everyone that is staying at Dunbar Park must be checked in via the QR code. This includes athletes and parents/guardians. More information regarding State Qualifying Championships will be shared soon - watch this space!

17.01.2022 Last chance to register!! We are going to need starters this season, so if you're interested in learning how to be a starter that would be great!!

17.01.2022 Are you... Keen to help out at Ryde Little A's? Able to help our awesome Equipment Manager? Available some Saturday mornings? ... If yes, please get in touch!

17.01.2022 Little Athletics NSW has confirmed the dates for the 2020/21 State Championships Qualifying event! LANSW Littles State Championships Qualifying event (U9-U12s) - 6-7th February 2021 at the Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation ... We now have qualifying standards for U9-U12's to be considered for selection. We will be sending out further information regarding submitting entries very soon! Submissions will need to be made in the next few weeks. Further details for U13's-U17's will be shared separately. Stay tuned for more information

17.01.2022 Tomorrow is the big day! See you at the track at 8:15am. Please remember, only one parent per family. ... No siblings. If you aren't feeling well or have been a close contact please stay at home. Any questions feel free to send us a message!

16.01.2022 For our U13 - U17s, see below for info on the qualification process for the 20/21 State Championships

16.01.2022 *Some* of our hard working and dedicated 2020/2021 committee members!

16.01.2022 An updated program is available for the Littles State Qualifying meet https://lansw.com.au/wp-cont//sites/3/2021/01/Region-5.pdf

16.01.2022 Do you know how to connect with us? Have you checked out our website? Have you downloaded and logged into TeamApp? Have you recived an e mail from us and saved the e mail in your address book so it doesn't go into spam? (you should have got one this morning ;) ) ... Clearly you're seeing this so you've found us on Social Media. Are your friends also here?

14.01.2022 Coffee + Saturday Mornings + Little A's = perfect start to the weekend right?! Well we need some help at Dunbar at 4pm tomorrow to get our coffee machine into the canteen. We need some serious muscle so at least 4 strong people would be perfect! We also need a plumber to get it connected and up and running so if you know anyone (or are one) please get in touch! ... Please can you help? Let us know!

14.01.2022 To all athletes eagerly awaiting the release of the athlete listing for the upcoming LANSW Littles State Qualifying meet ... please be patient. We have been advised by LANSW that the finalised athlete listing for our region will be available early next week. (Sadly it is a little later than initially expected.) Successful athletes will be notified ASAP ... Enjoy your first week back for 2021 - have fun!

13.01.2022 Ryde Games! Coming to Dunbar Park this Saturday! Have you been watching your child compete and thinking to yourself "I could do that.."? Well this is your chance! ... Adults of registered Ryde athletes are welcome to enter! Test your skills in jumps, runs and throws Who is keen?

13.01.2022 At Ryde Athletic's we have three committee positions available that need filling ASAP Promotion/Communication Results Championship officer assistant ... These roles are all very important within the club. They are also roles where you work with others so you won't be on your own. If you'd like to know more about these roles please get in touch.

12.01.2022 Update - Manly Warringah Little Athletics have cancelled tomorrow's invitational competition. Stay safe everyone!

12.01.2022 U9-U12 State Qualifying Nominations close 5pm Tuesday 22/12 Use the following link to complete a nomination for your athlete(s).

11.01.2022 Who else is excited about this Saturday?? For the first time this year, we will be allowed spectators! Athletes are encouraged to wear stripey socks along with their uniforms... Parents, carers and volunteers, let's get into the Christmas spirit and dress as festively as possible! *Week 1 program

11.01.2022 We have reopened registrations! With the government easing restrictions on the maximum number of participants at community sporting activities, we are now allowed to have more people at Dunbar Park! That means we can have more athletes join Ryde Athletics ... If you missed out on registrations earlier this year or if you know anyone that wants to join - registrations open now! (https://memberdesq.sportstg.com/index.cfm and select Ryde as your Centre)

11.01.2022 Today is collection day number two Come down between 1-3pm to collect your packs No uniforms will be available for sale Maria will be there from 1-3pm. All shirts that were given to her last week are now ready for collection ... Volunteer training from 1:30-2:30pm Trophies will be available to collect from last season See you down at the track!

11.01.2022 Is your athlete interested in attending the State Combined Carnival?

10.01.2022 Will you be watching this on Sunday night? We'll definitely be watching it with the kids. Scary to think that every single member of Ryde Athletics Centre wasn't even born when this race was held Were you in the stadium for this race? Did you go to any of the Olympic events in 2000?

09.01.2022 Collection Day take 2 This Saturday, the 5th, we will be at Dunbar Park from 1pm-3pm for you to come and pick up your packs! We will also be there with uniforms and Maria the sewing lady will be there. Please come at any time during those 2 hours if you haven't got your pack yet. We would really like to hand them all out before the start of season just to make things a little bit easier. ... Unfortunately you can't collect packs or have packs collected on behalf of other people.

09.01.2022 Before you give away or donate your old shirts make sure you remove the "Coles" patch as you'll need it for your new shirt!! Unfortunately we only get a limited number of these patches and they get given to new members, not returning members.

08.01.2022 For those waiting to collect orders or those that need to purchase new uniforms.. The stock has arrived Come along to Dunbar Park on Saturday to collect

08.01.2022 Don't forget! Head to Bunnings Gladesville today and grab a sausage sizzle to help support our senior athletes - and - fill your tummy! Double win!

07.01.2022 The biggest athletics carnival this year is going to take place at Sydney Olympic Park from Thursday 3rd December to Sunday 6th December and any high school student is eligible to enter. So far over 1000 athletes have signed up to compete over the four days at the NSW All Schools Track and Field Championships. If you haven't signed up yet it isn't too late but get in quick as entries close this Wednesday 25th November at 10am. ... Have you already signed up? Then let us know what events you are entering. Good luck to all our Ryde Athletes. Further details on the timetable, rules etc via this link.

07.01.2022 On Saturday the 5th from 1:30-2:30 we will be conducting a volunteer training afternoon. You can learn how to use the starter gun. How to process the data on the timing gates. How to use the timing watches. Or simple how to manage the field events! Just let us know you're coming and what you'd like to learn

07.01.2022 A new club email has been sent.. Did you get it? Let us know if you haven't and we can make sure you are on our mailing list

07.01.2022 Congratulations to our Ryde athletes that will be competing at the Little State Qualifying meet! https://lansw.com.au//Region-5-Littles-Qualifiers-By-Centr *subject to changes

07.01.2022 If you tried to register your athlete and missed out, a waitlist is now open!

07.01.2022 How can I make sign-in easier at Little As each week? Glad you asked! You can use an iOS/Apple and Android apps for faster check-ins. ... Benefits include : Built-in QR code scanner that works on older devices You can save multiple profiles on the device for faster group check-ins All active and past check-ins for all profiles in one place Need links to the apps? Apple App - evacheck.in/apple Android App - evacheck.in/android See you on the track

07.01.2022 Saturday 12th December Our final club meet of 2020! What you need to know- ... Check in via QR code is still a requirement. Ensure that all members of your group (athletes, parents, volunteers, spectators, non competing siblings etc) are all counted in your check in. Volunteers are still required on the track. We have been running quickly and efficiently with all the assistance on field and want that to continue. Hopefully by now you know which event you want to volunteer at, but if not, chat to Sigrid (volunteer coordinator)! Sign on desk is located at the entrance of the track. Reminder that only the age managers and age manager assistants are to be with the age groups. Other parents need to volunteer at an event to stay on the field (not including Tots). Week 1 program will be running Athletes encouraged to wear stripey socks or Christmas accessories. They still need to be in uniform for competition Parents/carers and spectators are encouraged to wear Christmas or festive clothing. Spectators will be permitted for the first time this season! Please support our canteen and BBQ whilst watching our athletes do their best! We might even get a special visitor during the mornings events We look forward to celebrating with you!

07.01.2022 We start back at Athletics on the 12th of September. We know that many family's will still be at Winter Sports during this time. We are planning on creating a training morning for our Athletes. This will be based on training them on new events they haven't done before so they can get the most out of each week. If you can fill out this quick survey so we can get an idea on how many people will be turning up each week that will really help us out! Please only fill it out onc...e per family. We want to hear from you even if you aren't coming along those first few weeks

06.01.2022 Unfortunately, due to the spike of COVID-19 cases in the Northern Beaches region, the Ryde Athletics committee is advising that our Ryde athletes should not attend the Manly Warringah invitational this weekend This is in keeping with the request of NSW Health that unnecessary travel to the Northen Beaches should be avoided. Stay safe everyone!

06.01.2022 Our Ryde Seniors are ready to serve some delicious sausage sizzle + cold drinks at Bunnings Warehouse Australia Gladesville! Pop in and see them!

06.01.2022 In the next day or so you'll hear from your age manager about when your rostered set up day is. The roster doesn't start until October. So if you're free to help set up in September we'd really appreciate it!! Just sign on here so we know you're coming ... https://signup.com/go/yhYwYmG

06.01.2022 This has been doing the rounds for years! But everytime I read it I think to myself, exactly!! Original source unknown "One of my friends asked "Why do you pay so much money for your kids to do all their sports? Well I have a confession to make; I don't pay for my kids to to do sports. Personally, I couldn't care less about what sport they do.... So, if I am not paying for sports what am I paying for? - I pay for those moments when my kids become so tired they want to quit but don't. - I pay for those days when my kids come home from school and are "too tired" to go to their training but they go anyway. - I pay for my kids to learn to be disciplined, focused and dedicated. - I pay for my kids to learn to take care of their body and equipment. - I pay for my kids to learn to work with others and to be good team mates, gracious in defeat and humble in success. - I pay for my kids to learn to deal with disappointment, when they don't get that placing or title they'd hoped for, but still they go back week after week giving it their best shot. - I pay for my kids to learn to make and accomplish goals. - I pay for my kids to respect, not only themselves, but other riders, officials and coaches. - I pay for my kids to learn that it takes hours and hours, years and years of hard work and practice to create a champion and that success does not happen overnight. - I pay for my kids to be proud of small achievements, and to work towards long term goals. - I pay for the opportunity my kids have and will have to make life-long friendships, create lifelong memories, to be as proud of their achievements as I am. - I pay so that my kids can be out on the track instead of in front of a screen... ...I could go on but, to be short, I don't pay for sports; I pay for the opportunities that sports provides my kids with to develop attributes that will serve them well throughout their lives and give them the opportunity to bless the lives of others. From what I have seen so far I think it is a great investment!"

05.01.2022 Thanks to those who came down today to learn more about helping out on the track!! During September there will be more opportunities to learn! We are looking for more people to learn how to manage the computer systems at the timing gates and a few more starters. If this is something that interests you come and speak to a committee member and we'll point you in the right direction.

05.01.2022 We need helpers for set up tomorrow If you weren't able to attend your rostered age groups set up OR if you are keen to help again please meet us at 7am at the track! Sign up - https://signup.com/go/yhYwYmG

05.01.2022 I'm breaking my own rules and doing a personal post on our Centres page But this is me signing out! Just over two years ago I attended my first committee meeting and said that I thought we should have a Facebook page. The reply was "Well do you want to be the publicity manager? You can set one up" I went home that night and set it all up! The support from the beginning was overwhelming. I'm so glad that i was able to bring this form of communication to Ryde Athletic's! ... I've gotten to know many of you through comments and messages on this page, I'm grateful for the community it's opened me up to! I'll see you all around at the track! I can't wait to put my focus on my new roll in the committee So I'm handing you all over to Briana. I look forward to what she can bring to this roll and I know you'll all support her as much as you have me. Cheers, Donna

05.01.2022 An e mail has just been sent to your inbox! Check your junk if you can't see it and be sure to save the address! If you didn't get it you can see it here and subcribe to future e mails!

04.01.2022 Things are going to look a little different at Dunbar thanks to Covid this season. Here is an outline of entry and exit points for Saturday Mornings

04.01.2022 Little Athletics NSW have opened registrations for 20/21 State combined carnival to be held 6-7th March 2021 in Wollongong Entries close 10/02/21 or when capacity is reached. Cost is $25 per athlete Register via link -> https://lansw.us8.list-manage.com/track/click

03.01.2022 It's forecast to be hot on Saturday so make sure athletes/volunteers bring water and are wearing sunscreen and a hat! Ryde Athletics committee will refer to the Little Athletics NSW hot weather policy and will make the final decision about whether or not it is too hot to compete at any stage during our Saturday morning events.

03.01.2022 The first in our series of video clips in the lead up to "Ryde Relays"! Here, Aaron shows us the ground markings for baton changeovers.

03.01.2022 Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond our control our delivery of uniforms hasn't yet arrived As a result we won't be selling uniforms at our collection day tomorrow (1pm-3pm) We are hopeful that the uniforms will be here before the end of the month, but unfortunately we can't make any promises. As soon as they arrive we will arrange a time for people to collect and purchase their uniforms. ... Thank you in advance for your understanding.

03.01.2022 What if it is raining? This is a common question during the Little A's season... Luckily we have the answer for you! ... Due to the low impact nature of athletics and the excellent drainage system at the track, council gives us permission to make the decision about conducting events at Dunbar Park. (We are not classed as a sports ground so even if council closes other Sports Grounds it doesnt mean we are closed.) We will only cancel competition if the track is deemed unsafe to conduct any events. We have a wet weather program that we can use if necessary. If we do need to cancel due to weather, cancellations will be posted to TeamApp, Facebook and on the website (ryde-athletics.org.au) by 7:30am on the morning of competition. TL:DR - Assume Little A's will go ahead unless notified otherwise

02.01.2022 Well that was an almost perfect way to start our 2021 season! Congratulations to all athletes that tried their best today Thanks to Fitzy & Wippa and Nova 96.9 Weis van for the delicious treats! ... Our little (and not so little) athletes and volunteers enjoyed your visit!! Stay tuned for all the info for Ryde Games next week!

02.01.2022 Good morning! What a beautiful day to get our season started! If you haven't already collected your athletes trophies from last year please do so today

02.01.2022 Are you ready for the new season? Does your Athlete need new shoes? Any running shoes will do! Just as long as they are comfortable.. You can buy shoes called "waffles" that are desinged for Althetics. Under11 and above may wear spikes if they wish, they don't have to. But remember if you do wear them that they can't be worn between events or at all events. Make sure your Athlete has a bag to carry them around in. Spikes CAN NOT be worn by Under 10 and under.

01.01.2022 Are you as excited to get started tomorrow as we are? We need help to set up the field so that all our athletes can get the very best start to the season! Click the link below to add your details if you are able to help ... For the first 3 weeks it will be all hands on deck for set up and pack up

01.01.2022 Save the date for State Championships!

01.01.2022 There is just one Committee Position left to fill!! And to be honest it's probably the most fun :) Its the publicity and communications position. ... Whats that you ask? Well its doing this. Looking after the Facebook and Instagram Page. Creating club e mails. Sending out alerts on Team App. Updating the club website when needed. Promoting the club at the start of season. It sounds overwhleming, I get it. But I have loved this role! Its been such a great role to get to know everyone and I don't want to give away any secrets but I've put a lot of things in place during my time here to make things easier. I am willing to teach you my ways! After two years in the role I feel that I have done all I can and its time for someone else to take it on and put their spin on it. I've also taken on another role in the committee. One that I'm excited to take on and I want to put my attention on that, but its hard while i'm doing two roles! So if you want to know more, message the page. I'm happy to chat with you about it. Donna xx

01.01.2022 Meet our amazing age managers!