PAPANUI TOC H ATHLETICS CLUB

Welcome to the online home of Papanui Toc H!

With a proud history spanning nearly 70 years, we provide a supportive environment for athletes of all ages and skill levels — from those just starting out to those competing at higher levels.

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☀️ Summer Athletics is here!

Athletics is a summer sport, running from October to March.  

🟢 Registrations for the 2026/27 summer season are now open!

Junior Club Nights — Tuesdays, 5:30–7:00pm (Ages 5-14)
Our Tuesday Club Nights offer a mix of athletics activities, coaching and friendly competition. They're a great introduction to athletics for new athletes and an opportunity for more experienced athletes to develop their skills and enjoy an extra training session each week.  Middle distance races (800m & 1500m) start from 5:10pm for those interested.  More about Junior Club Nights.

Junior Coaching — Thursdays, 5:30–7:00pm (Ages 10+)
Event-specific training led by our experienced coaches to help athletes develop their technique, strength and flexibility. Sessions include a group warm-up followed by two coaching rotations based on athletes' chosen events.  More about Junior Coaching.

Saturday Interclub — Saturdays, from 8.30am (Ages 7-14)
Athletes can also compete for Papanui Toc H at Canterbury Children's Athletics Association Saturday Interclub competitions at Ngā Puna Wai. Interclub offers a full programme of track and field events and the opportunity to compete alongside athletes from clubs across Canterbury.  More about Saturday Interclub.

Senior Coaching — Training days/times vary (Ages 14+)
We’re proud to offer high-quality specialist coaching for senior athletes across a range of disciplines including sprints, middle and long distance, hurdles, jumps and throws.  More about Senior Coaching.

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📅 Coming Up!

• Papanui Toc H Open Day — Sunday 11 October
• Tuesday Junior Club Nights commence — Tuesday 13 October
• Thursday Junior Coaching commences — Thursday 15 October
• Saturday Interclub commences — Saturday 17 October

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❄️ Cross Country

Cross Country (Harriers) is a winter sport, with the season running from April to September.  

🔴 Cross Country has finished up for the 2026 season,

Cross Country Training & Events — Various days/times (All ages)
Our cross country program includes regular training and interclub cross country events.  It’s a great way to build endurance, stay active through winter, and enjoy competitive or social racing in a supportive team environment.  More about Cross Country.

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Explore our website to learn more about our programs, events, and registration details. We look forward to seeing you on the track!

OUR VENUE

We are based at Papanui High School on the rear playing fields. These are accessible from either Langdons Rd or Sawyers Arms Rd.