Key Aspects of the ASA Constitution & Rules

• Licensing: Individuals must obtain an ASA license to participate in competitions. Licenses expire on 31 December each year.

• Registration: Clubs and provincial bodies must register with ASA to operate within its governance structure.

• Eligibility & Domicile: Athletes must represent the province where they are domiciled (permanently reside).

• Discipline: Team management is authorized to hold hearings and enforce penalties for misconduct, including immediate removal from teams for severe breaches.

• Code of Conduct: The ASA Integrity Code prohibits doping, betting on competitions, and bribery.

• Age Categories: Specific age requirements exist for road running, such as a minimum age of 20 for ultra-marathons and 14 for 10km races.

• Clothing & Branding: Club colours are required for team prizes, and advertising on clothing must follow ASA and World Athletics rules. 

Key Documents

• ASA Constitution: Governs the structure and administration of Athletics South Africa.

• ASA Domestic Rules and Regulations: Details rules for competition, eligibility, technical rules (officials, track/field), and safety.

• Provincial Constitutions: Local bodies (e.g., WPA, ASWD) have their own constitutions that must not be inconsistent with the national ASA Constitution.