TRIATHLON

The WRAS program provides high performance coaching and training opportunities to up-skill athletes and assist them in progressing to higher representation within the sport of triathlon.

The WRAS Triathlon program is endorsed by Triathlon NSW, the program provides development opportunities for athletes in areas of technical skill, education, strength & conditioning and personal development preparing athletes for the next level of elite sport representation.

The 2022 Triathlon Program will run from November 2021 to April 2022. Nominations for the 2022 Triathlon Program will open in July 2021. Athletes will graduate at the 2022 Presentation Night in August.

TRIAL INFORMATION

Information for the 2022 triathlon program will be published when available.

To nominate your interest for the 2022 program click here.

ELIGIBILITY & SELECTION PROCESS

To be eligible for the selection in the 2022 program athletes must:

be turning 13-17 years old in 2022
be living or attending school in the WRAS catchment area
be a current financial member of their local club and Triathlon NSW
submit a nomination form before the closing date and attend one of the scheduled trial days
be committed to progressing to higher levels of representation within the sport of Triathlon

The following selection criteria may be taken into consideration during the selection process:

Physical attributes and capabilities
Technical competence
Tactical awareness
Potential to improve
Competitive ability
Individual application
Performance and results at specific events
Coachability and behaviour

ATHLETE BENEFITS

Intensive training sessions by local elite coaches
Skill development
Inter-Academy Development camps
Injury prevention screenings and training programs
Sports science fitness testing
Educational seminars
Opportunities to compete in elite events such as the Your Local Club Academy Games