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31 Lawley Crescent,
Mount Lawley
WA 6050 Australia

+61 (8) 9471 2100
[email protected]

Athlete Development Program

A personalised, high-performance sports program designed to help students excel both academically and in their chosen sport.

This program is specifically tailored for Senior School student-athletes who have reached a certain talent level in their sport. It is dedicated to empowering them to realise their full potential while managing the demands of high-performance sports

Led by accredited staff with elite sports experience, the program builds proficiency and confidence through evidence-based training principles that support optimal performance. Additionally, students receive specialised education on sports health and well-being practices from industry experts, ensuring they are fully prepared for the challenges of their sport.

The program is structured around four core focus areas, with students engaging in each area every term:

Athletic Development: Providing students with long-term training tools to consistently perform at a high level and maximise their athletic potential.

Physical Loading: Helping students and their families balance training, school, and life commitments to reduce stress and enhance performance.

Sports Mentoring: Assisting students with goal-setting plans and educating them with the process requirements in achieving ambitious goals.

Role Modelling: Connecting students with elite sportswomen who share real-life experiences of talent pathway opportunities and international competition.

Since its inception in 2022, the Athlete Development Program has experienced significant growth, with participant numbers rising from 28 to 50 students and the range of supported sports expanding from 9 to 15 disciplines. Our personalised approach to program delivery ensures that participants achieve well-considered performance benefits in each of the sports they engage in.

The program is delivered through a variety of methods, including:

High-Performance Training Camps: Held quarterly, these camps feature educational seminars, workshops, and guest speaker appearances.

Strength and Conditioning Sessions: Conducted multiple times per week with sport-specific programming led by fully accredited coaches.

Individual Mentoring Sessions: Regular check-ins to review athlete goals and ensure load management schedules are up-to-date based on seasonal commitments.

Athletic Movement Screening Opportunities: Held quarterly to assess athletic ability and provide exposure to performance testing elements.

Academic Support Considerations: Offered to select participants who meet specific criteria, allowing them to achieve both academic and sporting goals through timetable allowances.

For more information on the program contact our Athletic Performance Manager by email.

FAQs

The Performance Sporting Pathway at Perth College is designed to help students excel both academically and in their chosen sport by offering a personalised, high-performance sports program. Central to this pathway is the Athlete Development Program, which supports Senior School students in reaching their full potential through evidence-based training, educational sessions, and ongoing mentorship.

The Athlete Development Program is not open to all students. To participate, students must provide evidence to the Athletic Performance Manager that they have competed internationally (national representation) or nationally (state representation) or are currently part of a recognised talent pathway program delivered by a State Sporting Association. Documentation of these achievements is required to gain access to the program.

Our Athletic Performance Manager leads the Athlete Development Program and serves as the main contact for students and families. The program is also overseen by the Head of Sports Development and Performance and has external support from high-performance specialists in Athlete Alliance.

Yes, all strength and conditioning training sessions, camps, and educational workshops are delivered on-site at Perth College in the refurbished high-performance training facility.

The Athlete Development Program supports all sports recognised by National Sporting Organisations or State Sporting Associations. This flexibility allows the program to cater to a wide range of disciplines, making it both unique and exciting for all sporting students.

There are no additional costs for Perth College students to participate in the program if they meet the set selection criteria.

Yes, there are additional fundamental strength and conditioning opportunities available at Perth College on a term-by-term basis. You can contact the Head of Sports Development and Performance or Athletic Performance Manager for more information on these options.

If your daughter meets the selection criteria in the future, you should contact the Athletic Performance Manager to start discussions about her participation in the program.

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Perth College

31 Lawley Crescent,
Mount Lawley
WA 6050 Australia

+61 (8) 9471 2100

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