WHO WE ARE
The Western Australian Throwers Club is, first and foremost a collective voice for coaches, officials and athletes across all clubs and associations within WA, dedicated to the development of the throws disciplines of Track and Field Athletics.
The Western Australian Throwers Club is open to all throwers in WA, including Juniors (13yo+), Para-Athletes, Masters and Opens. Participation from all throwers within the WA Athletics community is welcomed, and equal membership is provided for athletes and coaches competing with WATC or any other club within WA. WATC includes Little Athletics State Champions, WAIS and AIS identified Juniors, Open State Champions, Australian & World Record Holders and Masters World Champions, as well as many who just want to “have a throw”. Members range in age from 13 to 82.
OUR VISION
To provide a support network for all throwers, coaches and officials from grass roots to International level, through a united, fair and equitable approach to the throws disciplines of Athletics. We aim to increase the participation of throwers at all levels from grassroots to the international stage.
OUR VALUES
We value fairness and credibility. We encourage participation in a competitive, educated and supportive manner. Our leaders are our members.
OUR ACTIONS
To build a united and educated voice for throwers to the relevant Athletics Associations.
Communicate effectively and regularly with Club members, affiliates and stakeholders implementing effective, appropriate and reliable methods.
Provide support and education to all athletics organisations to increase the effectiveness and skill of administrators, officials and coaching for all throws competitions in Western Australia.
Increase the participation and success of throwers in WA on a local, national and international stage, through increased coordination and skill of coaching and officiating of throws programmes.
OUR SUPPORTERS
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MEMBERSHIP
With various types of membership available, the Western Australian Throwers Club caters for the entire throwing community. Every member, 15 years or older, has equal rights within the club in accordance with the Constitution:
ORDINARY MEMBERS
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Members who are active participants in sanctioned events as a WATC Athlete.
AFFILIATE MEMBERS
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Members of our club who are also members of another club.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
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Members but not competing athletes. This includes coaches, officials, parents, partners and cheer squads.
JUNIOR MEMBERS
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Ordinary or Affiliate members, under the age of 15.
HONORARY MEMBERS
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Members upon whom honorary membership is bestowed in accordance with the Constitution.
LIFE MEMBERS
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Members upon whom life membership is bestowed in accordance with the Constitution.
Joining the WATC has given me new goals and achievements beyond what I thought possible, from learning hammer through to winning a bronze medal in the Weight Throw at the World Masters Championships in Perth in 2016.
Throwing is not simply a sport or recreational activity, it is a way of life. A discipline which combines both mental and physical strength, balance and power. Lindsey and his training group have supported me immensely in my throws journey by passing on years of information and expertise, and providing a good laugh and shared experiences. Since I joined the group, I have made friends of all ages, shapes and sizes. I know that the WATC will benefit everyone in the throwing community in WA, and I look forward to being a part of it.