Athletics New Zealand, along with Waikato/BOP Athletics Committee, has a strict ruling around all Athletes competing and attending any event or Ribbon Day.  The rule states that all children competing, from Grade 5 upwards, must wear the full approved club uniform, which includes a current Colgate Grade/Age Flash. Approval to compete in a non-complying uniform must be obtained from the Referee of the meeting, prior to the start of competition. Colgate Grade flash is to have the athlete's name clearly marked on it and be sewn onto uniform top front. The uniform will consist of a top, being either a singlet, T shirt or crop top, and bottom being shorts of rugby type, bike pant or briefs. Manufacturer Brands are permitted but ‘Franchise’ brands such as NRL, Chiefs etc are not permitted.  Baggy surf, basketball, designer type shorts and shorts with school or sports club logos on the shorts are prohibited.  All garments must be above the knee. Under garments must be above the knee, visible garments worn under the uniform must be black, or white, or the dominant colour of the club uniform as per NZCAA Colgate Rule.

If undergarments are worn, must wear the full club uniform over the top.

The Te Aroha Athletic Club abides by and supports this ruling, and also supports any Athlete wanting to compete, so we offer both new and second hand singlets for sale, you purchase black shorts from any retailer (as long as they meeting the Athletics NZ guidelines). See at Club Night or via Facebook message!