Athletes compete separately in five year age groups starting at age thirty-five, and sub-Masters begin at age twenty-five. USATF Masters Track & Field meets include all track and field events: sprints, distance running, hurdles, throws, jumps, race walking, combined events, and relays. Whether you’ve been a road runner, a cross-country runner, a marathoner, or a track and field athlete your entire life; or you’re returning to the sport; or you're just curious, we hope you find what you are looking for in USATF Masters. There are tens of thousands of active masters participants in the United States. Our sport is inclusive and flexible enough to accommodate any level of ability and interest. USATF Masters provides opportunities for competition, fitness, health, and camaraderie from the local to the international level. Check the Associations page to see what associations are in your area and the clubs they offer. Associations can supply additional information about local clubs, training facilities, and group training opportunities. Information about clubs can be found here. The following events are typically offered at masters track meets: sprints, hurdles, middle distance and distance events, steeplechase, pole vault, high jump, long jump, triple jump, race walk, shot put, discus throw, javelin, weight throw, hammer throw, superweight throw, and relays. There are also pentathlons, heptathlons, decathlons, throws pentathlons, and ultra-weight pentathlons at some meets. To get started you, may want to attend an event. There you will see the wonderful community surrounding masters track and field in action! Check the masters events listings often, as meets are added constantly. National championships may be found on the USATF website here. You may also want to view our Masters Hurdles Specifications and Implements Specifications. Consider becoming a volunteer; there are many ways to get involved with MTF! The first step is to become a member and contact your local association.
Become a USATF Member here, and join in on the fun! Becoming a USATF member offers numerous membership benefits, including sports accident insurance, discounts, eligibility for certain competitions, and member publications.
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