Children who wish to participate as a Reynella East and Districts Little Athletics Tiny Tot, must be either 3 or 4 years of age as of the 1^st October 2009.  Children who turn 3 after this date may join during the season, after their birthday. Also, children who turn 5 during the season, may move up into the U/6 age group.  It is essential that parents/carers be involved with their Tiny Tot, to help link between ‘family fun and fitness’ as this is a fundamental principle of Little Athletics.

Tiny Tots is designed to provide a solid foundation for future skill building.  Novelty events specifically designed to develop both motor and social skills are provided at REDLA.  Events such as 40m Sprint, Hurdles, Relays, High Jump, Long Jump and Shot Put are also available for the Tiny Tots to participate in.

REDLA Tiny Tots endeavours to incorporate the following areas of development:

1. Enhancement of Perceptual skills – both visual and hearing/listening

2. Building overall strength of the large muscle groups through repetitive movements

3. Encouraging development of balance – both static and dynamic

4. Development of body and spatial awareness

5. Development of Motor Planning through practicing the sequence of motor skills used when learning a new skill

6. Encourage Independence

7. Encourage the ability to follow directions