Sport Information
Here is some important information regarding programmes and funding.
The Academy Otago and Central Otago Programmes
Academy Otago & Central Otago is a joint venture between Otago Academy of Sport and the Otago Community Trust; providing performance services and support to assist Otago’s aspiring and talented athletes. The project is supported by Otago Regional Sporting Organisations (RSO’s). Otago Academy of Sport provides a sport support network for top athletes and their coaches, with this Programme being tailored to meet the needs of young Otago based athletes. This year, a maximum of 20 Otago and 15 Central Otago athletes will be given the opportunity to be included in the Otago Academy of Sport talent development programmes for a two to three-year period. The first year of the programme offers athletes an introduction into high performance sport. Those athletes who excel in the first year may be selected for inclusion in a second year programme building on principles from year one. Vision: “Nurture, support and educate talented Otago athletes to achieve excellence in sport.” Goal: “More Otago athletes achieving on the national and international stage.”
Aims:
• Assist athletes on a performance pathway
• Increase resources, expertise and advice
• Enhance knowledge and involvement of coaches/providers
• Increase the number of carded Otago athletes
• Add value to existing programme
• Engage RSO’s
Eligibility Criteria:
• Reside in Otago, or is a member of, or affiliated to an Otago club or organisation, or represent Otago at the date of this application.
• Submitted a complete application
• Minimum age of 16 (as of 1 January 2018) (Younger applicants will be considered from Central Otago)
• Aspiring to World Championship, Olympic, Paralympic and/or Commonwealth level competition
• Currently performing at elite or national age group level with potential to represent NZ in Open status should circumstances prevail, Otago Academy of Sport may choose to consider applicants that fall outside of the state criteria.
If there are any students who would like to apply for this programme, please see Ms Hokianga for application form
SKEGGS FUNDING:
The Skeggs Foundation has two funding rounds a year. If you feel that you are eligible for Skeggs funding please go onto the website look through the eligibility information and fill in the application form.