Our People, Our Purpose

At Fiordland Athletics, our vision is to foster a vibrant, inclusive athletics community that inspires participation, personal growth, and lifelong enjoyment of sport for people of all ages and genders. We believe athletics is more than just running, jumping, and throwing — it’s about building confidence, connection, and a lasting love of movement in one of the most inspiring outdoor settings in Aotearoa.

Our club welcomes everyone, from first-time runners and young children discovering the joy of sport, to seasoned athletes chasing personal bests. We’re committed to nurturing athletes of every ability in a supportive, encouraging environment that reflects the wellbeing, teamwork, and adventurous spirit of Fiordland’s great outdoors.

A key part of our focus is to grow and strengthen female participation
across all levels of the club. We’re working to create more welcoming
opportunities, supportive pathways, and visible role models that
encourage women and girls to get involved — and stay active —
in athletics.

We’re equally passionate about fostering a love of athletics among
children in our community. Through fun, inclusive, and developmentally
appropriate programmes like Run Jump Throw, we help young people
build skills, confidence, and a lifelong connection to sport.

Together, we’re building a club that celebrates participation as much
as performance, where everyone feels valued, encouraged, and inspired to move.