Question 1

How old does my child need to be to attend?

Accepted Answer

This program is designed for children of various ages and abilities, however we typically see kids around 7-13. For information about other age groups, please get in contact.

Question 2

Do parents have to attend at each session?

Accepted Answer

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. We understand some parents work during this time, so it's essential you organise someone to mind your child, such as a relative or friend, while they attending coaching.

Question 3

My child experiences anxiety / ADHD or ASD / neurodiverse, can they join?

Accepted Answer

While our program is designed for the general public, we encourage parents to discuss reasonable accomodations in advance. With mindful onboarding, we have seen these kids do well in this program.

Question 4

I don't see an option to choose my preferred venue/time/day

Accepted Answer

You can select any event then click on the ticket button. As you go through the checkout, there will be an option to choose any of our available sessions. We can also change your session post-sale if you made a mistake.

Question 5

Under what conditions would an event get cancelled, rescheduled, postponed?

Accepted Answer

"Cancelled" means not enough participants signed up for a particular session, you can either reschedule to another available session time or request a refund. "Reschedule" means you can attend another session in the same week. "Postponed" means the session will happen at a later time.

Question 6

Can we do a free trial?

Accepted Answer

Free trials are not available as sessions are provided by an independent coach rather than a club. You can sign up for one month to give us a try with no ongoing commitment and zero cancellation fees.

Question 7

Can our kids join using the FairPlay voucher?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately this program is not eligible for the FairPlay voucher since we provide just coaching and do not operate as a club. This is something we would like to provide in the future, so please reach out via the contact form to receive updates.

Question 8

What are the discounts and promo codes

Accepted Answer

If you receive our emails or follow us on Facebook, look out for codes you can enter manually during checkout. Public promo codes may be available through EventBrite and these are applied automatically. In some situations you may need to apply a code before certain private tickets become visible.

Question 9

Are there any other fees associated with coaching sessions?

Accepted Answer

We don't charge a membership or sign up fee; but if you are attending one of our sessions at QSAC, there is a track entry fee of $6 per athlete that is paid on admittance to the venue.

Question 10

Can I attend two or more sessions per week?

Accepted Answer

Please get in contact to discuss session availability and prices.

Question 11

I previously purchased 6-sessions and have some remaining, what happens now that payment is monthly

Accepted Answer

If you have any sessions remaining from previous years, you will be able to use them during select periods throughout 2025. These periods will be announced by email, but typically occur around school holiday. During each school term, please buy the respective monthly ticket to continue coaching.

Question 12

What activities are involved in this program?

Accepted Answer

Each session includes a warm up, games & exercises, finishing with a cool down. We use games to develop sprinting and distance running and to improve FUNdamental movement skills. This program includes aspects of Mobility, Stability, Agility, Speed, Strength, Power for a well rounded aspiring athlete

Question 13

My child has poor running form/technique, do you work on their technique?

Accepted Answer

This program focuses on fundamental movement patterns to naturally improve common faults. In our group sessions we do not address specific personal technical issues an individual might have. For specific and personalised coaching of technique, please see our Private Coaching options.

Question 14

My family is based in Logan/Ipswich/the Northside can we attend

Accepted Answer

You are more than welcome to make the trip to our unique kids running group in Brisbane. Why not make it a weekly family night out?

Question 15

My child does Little Athletics/athletics club/run club can we join?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I am an independent coach offering coaching to the public to improve the skills of beginner runners. You don't have to leave your current centre or club, this program will compliment your child's development.

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