Roadmap
The outline presented below is tentative and for your information purposes only. If you would like to participate during any of the periods listed, please get in contact weeks in advance of the scheduled starting date to confirm availability as not all programs are advertised to the public and spaces may be capped to provide suitable coach-athlete ratios.
2024 Season
Coaching Roadmap
At the Park: Athletics, Weekly Kids Training, & Skills Clinics
Term 1
Mon 22 Jan — Fri 23rd Feb (5 weeks)
Commencement of Cross Country and Running Coaching. Initially low turnout is expected, with participation gradually increasing week-on-week.
Mon 26 Feb — Fri 29 Mar (5 weeks)
Cross Country & Running Coaching continues, daily session times to be determined based on demand and availability.
Easter Holiday
Mon 1 Apr — Fri 12 Apr (2 weeks)
Private or One-to-One sessions are available for individuals looking to develop specific skills or improve their technique.
Please get in contact a few weeks in advance if you are interested in receiving coaching during the break.
Term 2
Mon 15 Apr — Fri 3 May (4 weeks)
Cross Country & Running Coaching continues, daily session times to be determined based on demand and availability.
Mon 6 May — Fri 10 May (1 week)
World Athletics Week!
Mon 13 May — Fri 21 Jun (5 weeks)
Commencement of Track & Field Coaching: Run, Jump & Throw
Likely fewer weekly sessions due to Ryan's university commitments
June-July Holiday
Mon 24 Jun — Fri 5 Jul (2 weeks)
Private or One-to-One sessions are available for individuals looking to develop specific skills or improve their technique.
Please get in contact a few weeks in advance if you are interested in receiving coaching during the break.
Term 3
Mon 8 July — Fri 09 Aug (5 weeks)
Athletics "high season" with the Olympics and Paralympics coinciding with school carnivals, I hope to offer many sessions.
Mon 12 Aug — Fri 13 Sep (5 weeks)
As above
September Holiday
Mon 16 Sep — Fri 27 Sep (2 weeks)
Possible clinics or daily coaching if participation remains high post-Olympics, otherwise;
Please get in contact a few weeks in advance if you are interested in receiving coaching during the break.
Term 4
Mon 30 Sep — Fri 1 Nov (5 weeks)
Mix of coaching for various athletics events.
Likely fewer weekly sessions in October due to Ryan's university commitments, thereafter more session availability is possible.
Mon 4 Nov — Fri 13 Dec (6 weeks)
Mix of coaching for various athletics events.
Summer Holiday
Mon 16 Dec — Fri 20 Dec (1 week)
Private or One-to-One sessions are available for individuals looking to develop specific skills or improve their technique.
Please get in contact a few weeks in advance if you are interested in receiving coaching during the break.
Mon 6 Jan — Fri 24 Jan (3 weeks)
As above
Competition schedule
School Sport
(10-19 years)
Parents: Please note if your child would like to participate at Regional, State or National level, they must first get nominated by their school to compete at Districts and/or Regional Competitions to be eligible in progressing further. Please contact your school and P.E. Teacher to ensure your child is nominated and meets eligibiltiy criteria, otherwise they will not be permitted to take part due to strict limitations.
In the event your child does not qualify for States, or is enjoy athletics in general, they can participate in Queensland Athletics club competitions. You're welcome to contact Accredited Athletics Coach Ryan Bidner, or the organisation directly, for more information.
Cross Country
March-May: School Carnivals
April - May: Districts / Zones
Tue 21 May: Met East Regional Trials
Tue 21 May: Met North Regional Trials
Wed 22 May: Met West Regional Trials
Tue 28 May: South Coast Regional Trials
Fri 12 Jul: QSS State Championships
Wed 21-23 Aug: SSA National Championships
Track & Field
June-August: School Carnivals
July - August: Districts / Zones
Tue 20-21 Aug: Met North Regional Trials
Thu 22-23 Aug: Met East Regional Trials
Tue 27-28 Aug: Met West Regional Trials
Tue 27-29 Aug: South Coast Regional Trials
Tue 08-11 Oct: QSS State Championships
Thu 28-2 Nov: SSA National Championships