Safeguarding Officer and Registrations Manager - Kirsten Kilmister

A competitive sprinter for Wellington until the age of 20, Kirsten returned to athletics as a parent helper when her two children joined the club. After completing the Run Jump Throw course and a range of Level 1 coaching qualifications, she has supported club nights in a variety of roles over the years.

Kirsten works for Athletics New Zealand as National Development Manager - North Island, supporting clubs, coaches, officials, volunteers, schools, and athletes. She is passionate about grassroots athletics and encourages other parents to get involved, as parent helpers are always welcome.

Club Captain - Rob Clark

Rob has been involved with the club for more than 10 years, with his two children coming through the club during that time. For the past few years, he has served as Club Captain, overseeing the club night programme and nursery grade activities. Rob enjoys seeing children have fun and develop as athletes as they progress through the grades. He also serves as the club's Health & Safety Officer.

A competitive athlete until his mid-20s, Nate joined the club with his three sons after moving to the area in 2016. Drawing on his experience as an Athletics Wellington Board member and owner of a children's entertainment business, Nate loves seeing young people have fun and develop through sport. He oversees club nights, team events and interclub competitions, and also assists with the squad programme.

Club Secretary and Mana Minis Coordinator - Lynaire Parish

Lynaire became involved with the club seven years ago when her eldest daughter started athletics at the age of six. She began as a parent helper in the nursery grade and, the following year, took responsibility for guiding the seven-year-olds through their events on club nights. Her involvement soon extended to the committee, where she has served as a committee member, secretary, and grants coordinator.

Lynaire is also a Community Coach with Athletics Wellington and is passionate about supporting grassroots athletics and helping young athletes enjoy the sport.

Club Treasurer - Michelle Mazey

Michelle has been involved with Mana Amateur Athletics Club since her daughter started competing. She became Treasurer at the 2025 AGM and now oversees the club's finances, helping ensure the club remains financially sustainable for future generations of athletes.

Records - Philip Mazey

Phil became involved with the club five years ago when his daughter joined Mana. Sport has always been a big part of his life, but these days it's mostly about supporting his son's cricket and daughter's athletics. You'll usually find Phil with a starter's gun or stopwatch in hand at Tuesday club nights.

Marketing and Communications - Lachlan Forsyth

Lachlan has been involved with the club as a parent since 2020 and a committee member since 2024. A former journalist, and current communications professional, he supports the club's communications and content. An experienced runner who has competed in everything from sprint and middle-distance events as a teenager to ultra trail races as an adult, Lachlan enjoys seeing young athletes develop and reach their potential.

Club Coaches

Alan Taylor - Committee Member and appointed Club Coach, Alan has been involved in athletics as an athlete, Club Official and Coach for many years. Check out his coaching bio on the Coaching page.

Richard Thomson is an Associated Club Coach. If your teen is particularly interested in long jump or triple jump we can put you in touch with Richard. He has been involved with Mana for many years, bringing his two kids through the club to go on and become National Champions. Richard coaches long jump, triple jump, and also does sprint training at Ascot Park on Fridays.