Little Athletics Tiny Tots is a modified introductory sports program for children aged 3–4 years. Designed to encourage the development of the Fundamental Movement Skills of running, walking, jumping and throwing that underpin the growth of specialised sporting skills in athletics and other sports.
The aim of the Little Athletics Tiny Tots Program is to improve the physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of children through a play-based approach that is engaging and stimulating to the child.
Through these positive first experiences in an athletics environment and fundamental skill development, children are more likely to develop a healthy passion for athletics and lifelong enjoyment of participating in sport and physical activity.
This resource contains 10 weeks of session plans, each session includes 4 activities per session, lasting approximately 45–60 minutes. The range of activities which are designed to develop the three Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS):
Parents are encouraged to get involved with the Little Athletics Tiny Tots program by assisting with activities or by being an enthusiastic and supportive spectator.
The Little Athletics Tiny Tots program is an evidence based, age-appropriate program that is highly stimulating, engaging & fun for all young children.
The Little Athletics Tiny Tots program features both guided activities & active play, which develops fundamental movement skills (run, jump, throw) & physical literacy (social, emotional, physical, cognitive).
The Little Athletics Tiny Tots format supports the inclusion of all abilities and higher levels of participation throughout the season for all children.
The Little Athletics Tiny Tots program is packaged to support any Coordinator in delivering the program. With 10 sessions prepared and supported by additional tips, games and activity resources.
Designed to hold children’s attention, with high levels of participation and physical activity – sessions run for approximately 45–60 mins.
The Little Athletics Tiny Tots Activities eLearning course is designed to guide participants through a structured, activity-based learning experience. Participants will gain access to several resources including short videos showing a number of the Little Athletics Tiny Tots activities being delivered.
These resources will promote practical understanding and support delivery of the Little Athletics Tiny Tots program. This eLearning course offers a flexible and engaging way to build knowledge and confidence in delivering the Little Athletics Tiny Tots program at your local Centre.
The Little Athletics Tiny Tots Activities eLearning course will house all Little Athletics Tiny Tots Resources, including the Little Athletics Tiny Tots Resource Manual, Activity Cards, Weekly Session Plans for the ten week program and Activity Videos with a focus on the Fundamental Movement Skills.
This comprehensive resource manual is designed to support the delivery of a 10-week program, featuring structured weekly sessions packed with engaging activities. Each session includes step-by-step instructions, learning objectives, and practical tips to ensure easy and effective delivery.
The manual also includes the full equipment list, making preparation simple, as well as additional educational content to help deepen the understanding of the program.
The Little Athletics Tiny Tots Activity Cards are a visually engaging and easy-to-use resource designed to support session delivery. Each Activity Card features a bold, high-quality graphic that illustrates the activity setup, helping Little Athletics Tiny Tots Coordinators to quickly understand the layout and flow.
Designed for clarity and impact, the cards include key information such as activity name, equipment needed and brief instructions. The compact A6 format makes them perfect for use during your sessions.
