U7 for example is athletes who turn 6 in that year therefore they are Under 7.

Iveagh Leaf Grounds (Rathdrum Rugby Football Club) Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow. - Click Here for directions.

- Little Athletics Monday’s only 6.15pm to 7pm,
- Development & Performance Mondays and Thursdays 6pm to 7pm.

For athletics training all you need is a pair of well-fitting runners that allow for flexibility and movement of the feet (i.e. don’t have sole or heel with bubble that is too thick which can be prohibitive). For competition spikes are recommended especially for U10 upwards. All athletes need to wear a club t-shirt or club vest when competing.
These are available from Avondale Sports, Main Street, Rathdrum (Payment upfront on ordering).

We like to support children to take part in competitions. We endeavour to create an environment to enable children to build the confidence and capability and readiness to compete. Athletics has many disciplines from sprints, to longer distance, jumping and throwing to relays so there is many ways to compete for the club. However we understand that for some children they may wish not to compete.

 There are three key seasons:
- Cross country (September-December),
- Indoor track & field (Feb-March) and
- Outdoor track & field (April-July).
Unlike team sports which have matches every week in athletics there are a few key weekends of competition for each season. These will tend to be full day events.

We are an inclusive club, let us know how you feel we could make it a positive experience for your child and we can work together to support them.