What You Need To Know



 14th July 2012

***Registration opens***

***1st of May, 2012 at 9am (Queensland time)*** 

 

The Junior Games start at 10am sharp (arrive 9am) and finish at 3pm, teams will compete in a round robin on the day. Team numbers are limited - get in early to secure your team place!

To view The  Kokoda Challenge Junior Games Flyer, please click here

Team Registration 

  • Each team will consist of 6 students and one team supervisor. (Team supervisor is responsible for their youth members, is to remain with their team during the activities/team hike and must be over 18 as well as holding a current Commission of Children Blue Card or Exemption Card.)

  • Participants must be of a Primary School age.
  • Teams register in one of three age categories, 6-7 yrs, 8-10yrs and 11-12 yrs old.
  • A school or club can have multiple teams.
  • Cost is $132 per team (inc GST). Cost includes food ,drink and T-shirt for all registered team members.
  • Full payment is required on registration, so please ensure you have credit card handy. 
  • Before registering online you will need full name, D.O.B, phone number, email address, postal address and T-shirt size for the team supervisor and 3 students.
 

What to bring

  • Hat
  • small backpack 
  • sunscreen 
  • water bottle
  • comfortable closed in shoes
 

Physical Challenges

  • Tug-o-war

  • Three Legged Race

  • Backpack Relay Race
  • Obstacle Course
  • Stretcher Race
  • Tunnel Ball
  • Team Hike (3 different age group levels)
 

What to get excited about

  • The 2012 Kokoda Challenge Junior Games will continue after the great success of last year! 

  • The Kokoda Challenge Junior Games is a great opportunity for schools and clubs to participate in a hands on learning experience that promotes team work and goal setting

  • The strong historical element will inspire young people to learn more about  the Australian military campaign on the Kokoda Track

  • It’s a chance for students and teachers to form bonds outside of the classroom environment

 

For more information please email: jnrkokodagames@gcscouts.com.au

 

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