Athletics Coach Payment Rates

Each coach will set their own fees and charges, according to the experience, equipment, facilities, and services that they offer.

In your initial consultation with a new coach, ensure that you understand their fee structure and any other costs that may be associated with training. These may include:

• Club fees

• Facility fees (including parking)

• Squad apparel

• Travel fees (e.g. squad camps, National competitions etc.)

To assist coaches, parents, clubs, and athletes make an informed choice, Athletics Australia publishes the Coach Payment Guidelines below. These are general recommendations based on the average cost of Track and Field coaching around the country.

Athletics Australia Coach Payment Guidelines

The following recommended training fees apply to coaches who offer private coaching to athletes.

Private Coaching

Generally includes 1 to 3 one-on-one sessions per week (30-90 minutes), individualised training plans, and ongoing check-ins.

Annual: $600 - $2400

Monthly: $150 - $400

Per Session: $30 - $80

Squad Coaching

Generally includes 1 to 5 group training sessions per week of 45-90 minutes in duration, training plans, and ongoing check-ins.

Annual: $150 - $1000

Monthly: $15 - $100

Per Week: $5 - $25

Online Coaching

May include individualised training programs, video analysis, and ongoing check-ins by email, phone etc.

Annual: $300-$2000

Monthly: $30 - $180

Campaign*: $100 - $300

*e.g. an 8-week program preparing an athlete for a event.

Athletics Clinics

Includes schools, clubs, or private entreprises who bring in an expert coach to run one-off or short athletics coaching programs.

Per Session: $50 - $120 per hour

Employing Athletics Coaches - Fair Work Obudsman Rates

Employers of Accredited Athletics Coaches may use payment rates determined by the Fair Work Ombudsman depending on their industry. 

The Fair Work Obudsman has set payment guidelines for various industries, such as sports coaches working in schools and coaches employed by a National or State Sporting Organisation. 

Note that lower rates may apply for coaches younger than 21 years of age or trainees.

Educational Services Award

Coaches working in a School may be paid according to the 'Educational Services (Schools) General Staff Award' MA000076. The two cateogories most relevant to Track and Field Coaches are Assistant Coach (Level 3.2) and Sports Coach (Level 4.2). 

Educational Services Hourly Pay Rates (as of July 2023)