Athletics Training
Athletes are provided the opportunity to practice and hone their skills and technique at our weekly Centre Competitions.
Our Parent Training Day covers the how-to of officiating at each event, using the iPads and ResultsHQ to input results and basic technique/regulations for each event.
Depending on volunteer coach availability, other specific training sessions may also be offered throughout the season where possible. Little Athletics Queensland host optional coaching clinics and camps for registered members throughout the season. These are a chance for athletes to receive quality high-level coaching, develop their skills and make new friends. For details on upcoming events, visit the LAQ website.
Stay tuned to the Toowoomba Little Athletics Facebook page for upcoming scheduled training days or check out the season calendar.
Many of our athletes who compete at a high level also participate in regular training year-round with private coaches to hone their skills in their favourite events. If your child is interested in further training but you’re not sure where to start or who to contact, see below coach profiles or get in touch with us as we may be able help you to find a suitable coach.
MARK HAHN | High Jump Coach
Mark is married with three children and as a family, has been residents of Toowoomba since 2017. Working full time in a different industry, athletics and in particular High Jump was a long-term interest for Mark. Previously competing as a Junior and Senior athlete in the sport, coaching became a natural progression as Mark grew older and family commitments became part of his life.
Raised on the family farm near Kingaroy, sport was always something Mark liked to be involved in. An interest in High Jump developed early and remained a focus for a number of years, though access to coaches was very limited within the South Burnett. This formed part of the reason for Mark wanting to take up coaching after his competitive days.
While competing, Mark experienced the following success:
- Member of Qld State Athletics Team
- 3 x Queensland State High Jump Titles
- 2 x Silver medallist in High Jump (consecutive years) at Australian All Schools
Purpose & Goal
My aim is to create an opportunity for willing regional or rural athletes to learn and develop their abilities within the sport.
Accreditation
Level 2 Club Coach – Athletics
ASCA Level 1 – Strength & Conditioning
Current Working with Children Blue Card
Contact Details
M 0458 001 225
E mmhahn1976@gmail.com
ELLIS BAYLISS | Jumps and Middle Distance Coach
Recently moving to the Toowoomba area from Gladstone, Ellis is an experienced track and field coach, specialising in Long Jump, Triple Jump, High Jump and Middle Distance (800m and 1500m) running.
You’ll find Ellis heavily involved with our club, helping out at our weekly Toowoomba Little Athletics Centre Competitions and currently running private and small group training sessions for athletes throughout the week.
Accreditation
Level 2 Coach – Athletics specialising in Jumps & Middle Distance
Current Working with Children Blue Card
Contact Details
M 0421 334 719
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Registrations for the 24/25 season opening August 2024.Our athletes have access to the latest athletics equipment and the only sole purpose grassed athletic track in Toowoomba. We are proud of the awesome club we have built over the past 40 years. Collectively, our committee members, amazing athletes and families all help to make us the biggest Little Athletics club in the Darling Downs and South West Region.