Canterbury Athletics – College & Taipans Club
The Canterbury Taipans Athletics Club is affiliated with Queensland Athletics.
Our athletes have access to opportunities to train and compete in the fundamental athletics movement skills of running, hurdling, throwing, walking, and jumping all year round in a safe and fun way. We have expert coaches available to all Taipans members, no matter their ability and skill set.
The Taipans Athletics Club utilises state of the art training facilities located on the grounds at Canterbury including a 400m Mondo surface running track and high jump and javelin areas kindly donated by the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games committee. Facilities also include shot put, discus and long jump pits.
Coordinator of Athletics
Mrs Brooke King
Mrs Brooke King has been coaching athletics at the national level since 2018 and has played a vital role in the Canterbury community since then.
During this period, she has led and cultivated a highly successful athletics program, supported by a dedicated team of coaches who are mentored and developed under her guidance. Brooke has coached athletes of all ages and skill levels, from school participation to state and national competitions.
She holds a Level 3 accreditation, qualified in all athletics disciplines, including sprints, middle-distance, jumps, hurdles, and relays, and is currently pursuing her Level 4 High Performance coaching certification.
Under her leadership, Canterbury has achieved remarkable results, including being named the Athletics Champion School in TAS and JTAS in 2024 and 2025, winning consecutively across both events. These accomplishments exemplify a strong culture of athlete development, teamwork, and high performance within the program.
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