An athlete’s membership in Winnipeg Optimist Athletics must be supported by themselves and/or his/her family. WOA and Athletics Manitoba (the sport governing body for track and field) need your contribution of time. If there are insufficient volunteers and Officials available, there would be no competition for athletes. The time and value of a parent’s involvement in their child’s activities are priceless.

a) WOA-hosted event:

All families are required to assist at the Boeing Indoor Classic Track Meet (Feb, 28th, March 1st and 2nd, 2025) at Max Bell, University of Manitoba (2 shifts/family, approximately 4 hours/shift)

b) Athletics Manitoba events:

During the 2024/25 indoor and outdoor seasons, WOA families (athletes and parents) are also required to commit to three to four additional events (totaling 12 – 16 hours during the year) for volunteer service at Athletics Manitoba events. Dates and times will be confirmed through the Volunteer Coordinator and Phoning Committee.

c) Please indicate an area of interest or expertise, that you may be able to assist WOA. Athletes and their families are needed to help in all areas of our club and our sport.

d) Volunteer Performance Deposit is MANDATORY for Annual or Summer Memberships.

I agree to fulfill my volunteer commitments to WOA and Athletics Manitoba and understand that failure to assist at required meets may jeopardize the membership of my athlete if I do not fulfill these commitments.