For the first time, Little Athletics Victoria (in conjunction with the Victorian Race Walking Club) will hold a Winter Race Walking Road Championship in 2024. It is open to all Under 9 to Under 17, registered Little Athletics Victoria members. Age promotion is not available.

Entry Fee: $15 + $1.10 processing fee

Race schedule:

1.50pm  - 3.0km  - Under 15, 16 and 17

2.15pm  - 2.0km  - Under 12, 13 and 14

2.35pm  - 1.5km  - Under 10 and 11

2.55pm  - 1.0km  - Under 9

Presentations will follow the final race at 3.15pm.

Medals will be awarded to those who's final placings are 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each age group and gender. Final placings are awarded after all judges decisions have been factored in to the finish line placings.

Marshalling Time:

Marshall at the LAVic Marshalling Table no earlier than 40 minutes and no later than 20 minutes prior to each event.

Races will be preceded by:

12.00pm - Judging clinic: Introductory session for those who would like to begin judging race walking.

12.15pm - Coaching session for athletes: How to race walk, understanding judges and the warnings given.

For those interested in attending the clinic and coaching session an option to nominate an expression of interest will be made available during the registration process. By showing an expression of interest this will allow us to to further communicate with you regarding the Clinic / Coaching session in preparation for the event.