2011 TAFE New England Triathlon Program Information.

Who is Eligible	Male and Female athletes aged between 13-19 in 2011, live in the Northern Inland region, be a member of an affiliated club or association (or be prepared to join).
Selection Process	Up to 12 athletes Male and Female may be offered a place in the Triathlon Program based on past performance and or via talent identification processes. There will be a Tier1 and Tier 2 squad selected.
Program year	Scholarship offered is for a 12 month period, November to November
Program Outcomes	The skill program is designed to provide athletes with increased skills and education to better prepare them for selection into Regional and NSW squads.
Selection Criteria	Athletes will be assessed on the following at selection trials or via TID processes. Athlertes who are currently members of Triathlon Under 23/ITU Junior Squad or Junior Development Squad will be offered automatic selection. Time Trials in discipline of Swim and Run may be undertaken in local towns. Athletes who possess strong skills and perfromance levels in either Swimming, Athletics (Middle/Long Distance) or Cross Country will  be considered as Talent transfer athletes.
Appeals	Subjectivity is an unavoidable element in all selections. Athletes who feel the selection criteria has not been adhered to should be aware that NIAS has a formal 'Appeals' process available.
Program content	The program has been developed in close consultation with Triathlon NSW and NSWIS.  Skill sessions and camps are held within the region throughout November to March. The skills program follows a structured approach concentrating on a range of individual skills and development. Fitness sessions focus on the importance of building core strength to improve posture, balance and technique - both speed and an introduction to weights sessions are conducted.  From June to July players are required to attend the NIAS RACE program. This program covers education sessions on sport psychology, sports medicine, nutrition, public speaking, media training, sun protection and career skills.
Athlete Benefits	♦ Intensive training support by quality regional, guest and state level coaches. ♦ Lifeskills RACE Program-Two 3 hr workshops including dinner for athlete and one parent. ♦ NIAS merchandise- training shirt, polo, shorts, cap and socks. Additional items available for purchase. ♦ Individual home training program and structured satelitte training sessions where applicable. ♦ Sport Science fitness testing and support. ♦ 1 Ticket to annual awards night. ♦ Travel Assistance to attend NIAS regional training sessions and camps. ♦ Financial assistance if selected into state team. ♦ Fully Paid Athlete Levy scholarships due to financial hardship available.
Athlete Committments	♦ Attend all program activities. ♦ Triathlon is no 1 priority sport while on scholarship. ♦ Be committed to a holistic approach to their development, both on and off th field. ♦ Comply with the training requirements and respond in a positive manner to any suggestion or criticism. ♦ Maintain an appropriate performance standard to continue to recieve a scholarship. ♦ Behave and dress in a professional and dignified manner when representing the NIAS and its sponsors. ♦ Wear Academy apparel when representing the Academy at events. ♦ Make yourself available (within reason) to sponsors and the media for promotional purposes. ♦ Adhere to NIAS anti-Doping policy. ♦ Maintain communication with NIAS and coaching staff as required.
Cost	A levy of Approximately $330.00 (GST Incl) (Reduced levy for returning athletes) is applicable to successful athletes and assists in covering the costs of clothing, administration, accommodation, sports science support, venue hire, and coaching fees. (Total value of program is $1000 per Athlete.)
Applications	♦ Open Date- 1st August 2010 ♦ Close Date- 30th September 2010
Proposed Program - Dates will change as we are currently planning for the 2011 program, please continue to check website for updates.
Date	Event	Venue	Time
Nov 2010	Gunnedah Camp	Gunnedah triathlon Club	6.00pm
20 Nov 2010	Induction and Fitness Testing	Oxley High School Tamworth	10am-4pm
19th Dec 2010	Race day	Gunnedah	6.30am
Dec-Jan 2011	Club race days	Within Northern inland Region	TBA
26th Jan 2011	Gunnedah Australia Day Tri	Gunnedah	7am
Feb 2011	Training Day prior to All Schools	TBA	TBA
25-26th Feb 2011	NSW All Schools	Penrith	TBA
26-28th Mar 2011	Regional Training Camp	TBA	TBA
June- July 2011	RACE Workshops	Home Towns	5.30pm-9pm
6 Nov 2011	NIAS Annual Awards Night	Tamworth	6.00pm-10pm
FURTHER INFORMATION
NIAS Office: 67 662526 Email: nias@nias.org.au
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