South West Academy of Sport

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2021 Individual Athlete Program Applications NOW OPEN

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN for our Individual Athlete Program.

A proven and deeply engaging, subsidised holistic support network for serious young sports persons wishing to maximise their sporting performances and pursue VIS and AIS pathways, state and national selection, international scholarship opportunities, and semi professional to professional careers in all sports.

Contact us today for further information;

(03) 5564 8567

swsportsacademy@swtafe.vic.edu.au

to apply please complete the form below;

 


COVID 19- SWAS Events Postponed

The wellbeing of our Academy community is our highest priority and the South West Academy of Sport has and is monitoring the COVID-19 situation. We are mindful of its potential impact on our athletes, coaches and families and after carefully following the advice of the Centre for Disease Control, Australia’s Chief Medical Officer, state government and state sporting organisations.

SWAS has made the decision to postpone all Academy programs, incorporating – attending group S&C sessions, Sport Specific Sessions and functional movement sessions at this time. The shutdown will be until at least 18th April at this stage, but we will continue to keep you updated if anything changes.

It is a challenging scenario for SWAS as we draw from a wide geographical region and diverse sections of the community across the South West, so the risk of transmission into different towns and communities is heightened. At this time we are looking to reduce the group training activities and assist in the containment of the virus through social distancing and reducing family and group travel requirements.

The following group activities will be affected during this four week period:

  • Netball coaching session – Sunday 22 March
  • Hockey coaching session – Sunday 22 March
  • Tennis Hitting session post-JDS – Sunday 22 March
  • Surfing coaching session – Sunday 22 March
  • Clay Target Shooting session – Sunday 29 March
  • Running Technique session – Sunday 5 April
  • Group Strength & Conditioning sessions during the week of 23 March.

 

Please Note: Where you have a copy of your Gym program we encourage you to complete your gym sessions at home or use the SWAS Home programs. Some gym locations may stay open during this time if you feel comfortable going to the gym please take precautions.

At some stage, the sporting seasons will re-commence and as such we recommend (where health factors permit) you all keep in a fit and ready state to compete and train. It might be that you cannot train on a court or with a ball, but that will provide opportunities to practise mindfulness, listen to an Audiobook or complete some cross-training to keep in shape.

During this time, we believe it will be helpful to continue to log your training activities in OwnUrGoal especially your daily wellness reports.

This is an unprecedented situation which is rapidly evolving by the day and is affecting every facet of life for our communities. We encourage everyone to follow the directives from the government and health services, be kind to those around you and monitor your own physical and mental health and that of your families and friends.

 

Regards,

Nic Kaiser

Chief Executive Officer

South West Academy of Sport Inc.

COVID -19 SWAS

SWAS Cycling Program is NOW open for applications

The South West Academy of Sport Cycling Program, proudly supported by Cycling Victoria, will act as a complementary program for the best cycling athletes in South West Victoria and provides a development pathway to State and National representation.

The program provides “skills” coaching through ongoing training programs, camps, and sport science services.

  • The aim is to provide services to these athletes which they could not otherwise access, therefore completing and complimenting their current coaching, training and competition environments.

Program Structure

The overarching objective of the SWAS Cycling Program is to implement a program which takes a holistic approach to an athlete’s development.  This is achieved through on and off surface activities.

From a coaching perspective, the program provides a series of “Training Camps” which focus on ‘Skill Development”. The training camps cover drills and activities as determined by the coach, based on athlete needs. Athletes are also provided with a personalised “Riding Program” through the online Training Peaks program. The cycling program’s approach to coaching provision is “to provide athletes with the opportunity to develop and improve skills/knowledge/approaches/attitudes in their cycling”. 

With an athlete-centred approach, the cycling program provides a structure that integrates the physical, technical and mental aspects of cycling. To this end, the program delivers a series of off-course activities around personal excellence and athlete education, these sessions include sport psychology and nutrition, as well as strength & conditioning programs.

2020 Program Delivery 

The 2020 program will run from April 2020 to March 2021, this change has been made to align with the change in seasons – Road & Track, and club activity/operation, and is coordinated by SWAS, with Cycling Victoria.

 

Athletic Support

As with all SWAS programs we offer athletic support to power your growth to a whole new level by supporting athletes with.

  • IAP Musculoskeletal Screening
  • Year Long Weekly Strength & Conditioning Sessions
  • Injury Prevention & Recovery, Support and
  • Education
  • Sports Psychology Sessions
  • Skill Development Assistance
  • 12 month Gym membership
  • Sports Science Testing & Education
  • Personal Development & Education
  • Professional Development & Education
  • Ongoing Access to SWAS’s Medical Support Network
  • Professional Certification Opportunities
  • Athlete Wellness Monitoring

So if you are looking to reach the next level in your surfing pathway as you look to pursue a career in surfing please complete your application today and for more information please click the link below;

2020 SWAS Cycling Program- Powered by Royal Bikes

We guide, educate, support and define emerging athletes, no matter the sport.

 

2020 South West Surfing Academy

SWAS is happy to announce in partnership with Surfing Victoria applications are NOW OPEN for our 2020 South West Surfing Academy.

The 2020 South West Surfing Academy offers the following support and opportunities for successful intermediate to advanced surfers;

6 Surfing Camps;

4 in some of the best locations across the South West &

2 weekends in Torquay with Surfing Victoria Coach,

Adam Roberston

Access to Surf Better Now

Surf Better Now is an online surf coaching website created by former professional surfer Adam Robertson and Surfing Victoria. Surf Better Now provides the most experienced and knowledgeable surf coaching team in Australia and provide valuable coaching experiences from Intermediate to Advanced Surfers.

Surfers Rescue 24/7 Course

Surfers Rescue 24/7 is a CPR and board rescue course for all surfers including: 1hr component Surfers Rescue 24/7 board rescue techniques & 2hr component Surfers Rescue 24/7 nationally accredited CPR course.

FREE SWAS & SURFING VICTORIA RASHIE

Athletic Support

As with all SWAS programs we offer athletic support to power your growth to a whole new level by supporting athletes with.

  • IAP Musculoskeletal Screening
  • Year Long Weekly Strength & Conditioning Sessions
  • Injury Prevention & Recovery, Support and
  • Education
  • Sports Psychology Sessions
  • Skill Development Assistance
  • 12 month Gym membership
  • Sports Science Testing & Education
  • Personal Development & Education
  • Professional Development & Education
  • Ongoing Access to SWAS’s Medical Support Network
  • Professional Certification Opportunities
  • Athlete Wellness Monitoring

So if you are looking to reach the next level in your surfing pathway as you look to pursue a career in surfing please complete your application today and for more information please click the link below;

2020 SOUTH WEST SURFING ACADEMY

We guide, educate, support and define emerging athletes, no matter the sport.

SWAS Announces 2020 Tennis Victoria Regional Academy Athletes

SWAS would like to announce and congratulate the following athletes on their selection as 2020 SWAS and Tennis Victoria Regional Academy Members.
 
Marcus McClintock
Max Phillips
Fletcher Sagnol
Cooper Marra
Ella Cook
Charlotte Millear
Toby Coutts
Isaac Brian
Mia Slater
Benjamin Spencer
 
We wish to thank all athletes who applied for selection and we encourage all to continue their athletic pursuits in what remains of 2019 and 2020 and we recommend their application and trial for 2021.
 
We look forward to working with and supporting our selected Tennis Athletes in 2020 as they work on and off the court to pursue their sporting ambitions.​

Strength & Conditioning Tender – Timboon

The South West Academy of Sport is currently looking for a Tender to provide Strength and Conditioning for South West Academy of Sport athletes in the  Corangamite Shire, specifically in the Timboon region.

General conditions

  • The tender is to supply strength and conditioning sessions for the South West Academy of Sport (SWAS) at the Timboon YMCA
  • Work involves providing athletes (approx. 11-18 years) with strength and conditioning programs relevant to their individual sport
  • Conducting weekly strength and conditioning sessions with SWAS Athletes
  • Sessions run with a minimum of 1 athlete to a maximum of 10 athletes
  • The successful contractor will need to supply evidence of a Working with Children Check and Strength & Conditioning Level 1 or Certificate IV in Fitness and an Exercise Science degree or equivalent qualifications or experience
  • All work is to be performed by the Contractor that has submitted the tender.
  • Contractors having their own Public Liability Insurance is encouraged

SELECTION CRITERIA

South West Academy of Sport must be fully satisfied that the Contractor has the qualifications, expertise and previous experience to complete the contract with a quality standard. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

LODGEMENT

Tenders must be lodged via email to Nic.Kaiser@swtafe.edu.au, clearly marked “Tender for Strength and Conditioning” by 5.00 pm on Thursday 19th December 2019.

Full details are provided in the following document SWAS S&C Tender Timboon