FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

Do I need a uniform to compete?

  • In order to compete at any NSW Athletics event or UniSport Nationals, athletes must compete in either the UNSW Athletics Club's crop top or singlet. 

 

Where can I buy a uniform?

  • Uniforms, as well as the UNSW Athletics Club jacket can be purchased here, on our website under the store tab. 
  • Please note that there are discounts on the uniform and jackets for members. 

 

How do I actually get the uniform?

  • There is a choice of either a collection on campus or via postage that can be chosen: 
  1. To collect your uniform on campus, time slots that people can collect them will be advertised on our instagram page - so be sure to follow us to stay up-to-date. 
  2. Every Friday, once payment has been received, uniforms are shipped - this incurs an additional fee and the fee depends if the item is beign shipped domestically or internationally. 

 

I want to compete, what are my options?

  • To compete for the UNSW Athletics Club there are several ways members can do so, these include:

NSW Athletics Competitions

    • NSW Athletics holds several competitions over the athletics season where UNSW Athletics Club athletes of ALL ABILITIES can compete. These competitions are often held weekly (usually on a Saturday) throughout NSW. 
    • The pinnacle of the NSW Athletics competitions is the NSW State Championships (usually held in February/March each year). 
    • To compete in these competitions, register here
    • PLEASE NOTE FOR THESE COMPETITIONS, ANYONE IS WELCOME TO COMPETE FOR THE CLUB - EVEN NON UNSW STUDENTS.

 

UniSport Nationals (also known as Uni Games)

    • UniSport holds one atheltics comepition every year, where UNIVERSITY STUDENTS around Australia compete against one another over several days. 
    • There are standard that need to be met to compete at these games which can be found here

 

What training do you offer?

  • Currently we offer middle/long distance training to all abilities. Further details can be found here
  • We do offer sprint training, however this is for more experienced athletes. If you believe you fall in this category, contact us with your PBs and we may put you in touch with our coach. 

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