Year 10 Sports Academy - Outline

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Alkira Sports Academy- ‘The Total Athlete’.
‘We aim to provide students who show potential in high level sport with balance and support, allowing
them to advance both physically and academically throughout their secondary education’.
At the Alkira Sports Academy we focus on developing the student as a TOTAL ATHLETE. This gives the
student the ability to develop physically in their current sport. Students will be supported throughout
their entire schooling program with particular attention granted towards areas including educational /
occupational pathways, work / life balance, nutrition and emotional development.
 Access to Alkira’s training centre
- a fully equipped gymnasium.
 Highly productive class consisting of only
Sports Academy students.
 Work with specialist trainers to develop
their own individual training program.
 Academic monitoring and assistance to ensure
students are up to date and on track
 Specialist teams such as Netball and
Basketball will undertake skill training
sessions before or after school and enter
special tournaments outside of the normal
SSV competition
 ‘Athlete friendly’ teachers that are aware of
students outside of school work commitments
– flexible approach towards deadlines.
Applicants must be in at least a
representative team for the sport or
competing at a high level.
 Pathways that can lead into an early VCE PE
program or VET Sport and Rec
All applicants must include at least 12 months of
reports and be at or above VELS standard with a
high standard of behaviour.
 Student athletes will have access excursions above the normal school curriculum including the VIS
and National Sports Museum.
 Specialised sports academy camps with a focus on training and peer cohesion.
 Cross training exercise sessions such as 1000 steps and group training at Casey Race.
 Observing AFL and other elite training sessions
 Workshops run by former Olympians at school.
All students in the Sports Academy must be giving back to their school by participating in
Applications for the 2016 (Yr.7 intake) are now available and can be obtained from the College website (under
Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics carnivals as well as being available for interschool sports
the purple tab) Our School then choose Specialist Programs then Sports Academy
teams.
All enquiries can be made via email asa@alkirasecondarycollege.com.au or calling Mr. Vaughan Chaplin at Alkira
Secondary College on (03) 5991 3500.
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Year 7 Sports Academy – Outline.
The Year 7 & 8 Sports Academy program is considered the ‘foundational’ years for future academy progress. Students
in these year levels are provided with the fitness skills and knowledge which will accompany students into future
years of the academy and college environment. Students are expected to maintain high level attendance, and
maintain ‘standard’ level AusVELS. This program is separated into 4 main areas of study.
Term 1: Fundamental Motor skills (gym related fitness / skills.)
Term 2: Introduction to circuit training and the development of specific / targeted training programs.
Term 3: Individualised programming related specifically to students being in their ‘on or off’ season.
Term 4: Students allocated individualised programs based on fitness testing results and demands of their sports.
Students in the junior program do not miss any other subjects to take part in training. Training will take place in
allocated Physical Education time slots. Students will still experience elements of the ‘regular’ PE curriculum, however
a large majority of PE is dedicated to gym based training.
Year 8 Sports Academy – Outline.
At Year 8, students are still considered to be in the ‘foundational’ years of the program. A strong focus is placed on
students having a more independent approach towards their gym programs. Students are expected to begin to ‘self
manage’ programs with respect to injuries, overtraining, and competition phases. Students will allocate a recovery
day and with teacher assistance, develop a recovery program. This program has 4 main focuses. These include;
Term1:
Exploration and development of recovery programs and nominated recovery days.
Term2:
Introduction of motivational techniques within gym programming – weekly challenges created.
Term 3: Independent management of program with attention paid to competition phases, and physical demands.
Term 4: Development to advanced gym techniques including squatting, bench pressing and dynamic / PNF
stretching.
Following this program, students will be advanced into the ‘senior’ academy program. It is expected that once
students have completed these two years, they are equipped with the skills to self manage fitness programming,
with technique, posture and safety at the forefront of student knowledge. Training will continue to take place in the
allocated PE timeslot – students will not miss any other classes. Students will still experience elements of the ‘regular’
PE curriculum, however a large majority of PE is dedicated to gym based training.
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Year 9 Sports Academy - Outline
The Year 9 Sports Academy program is considered one of the senior years of the Alkira Sports Academy. Students in
the Year 9 program increase their trainings to 3 sessions per week, inclusive of one recovery session and 2 strength
and conditioning sessions. On top of their 3 training sessions they have 1 theory class Students will continue to
improve their fitness skills and their individualised program focusing specifically on their chosen sport and positions.
Term 1: Continuation of advanced weight training (including squatting/bench pressing) and goal setting and
psychology.
Term 2: Focus intently on physical gains and improved fitness results and nutrition.
Term 3: Focus intently on physical gains and improved fitness results and long term training goals.
Term 4: Students will take on a ‘collaborative’ role with trainers to elect recovery days and select programming.
Students in the Year 9 program sacrifice 2 of their elective options to allow additional time for training. This means
that students will be allocated Sports Academy and 1 other elective per semester. Students also don’t miss out on any
core subjects such as English, Maths, Science, Humanities and Mandarin as training takes place in designated time
allotments.
Year 10 Sports Academy - Outline
The Year 10 Sports Academy program is where students will take a more independent approach towards their
programs and work in conjunction with staff to enhance physiological changes. Students will increase trainings to 4
sessions a week, inclusive of 1 recovery session and 3 strength and conditioning sessions. They work independently on
their programs nominating their recovery day, so the program is appropriately suited to their trainings and
competition phases outside of school.
Term 1: Students will take on a ‘collaborative’ role with trainers to elect recovery days and select programming.
Term 2: Introduction of Olympic lifts and continuation of physical conditioning.
Term 3: Continuation of physical conditioning.
Term 4: Development of timed Olympic lifting, and continuation of physical conditioning.
Students in the Year 10 program will also complete 2 other elective subjects. Students will sacrifice Mandarin
electives to have four training sessions per week. Furthermore, students in the Year 10 program will not miss out on
any core subjects such as English, Maths, Science and Humanities as they are training in specifically allocated
timeslot.
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Specialist Camps – Lord Sommers
Another aspect of the ASA program is the opportunity for students to attend a specialist training camp for all
students in the academy. This is a camp which focuses on three main areas; physical fitness training, application of
theoretical concepts (including recovery & relaxation techniques / nutrition) and comradery.
This camp (usually Term 1) is held for students to welcome back the new schooling year, while setting the standards
for the upcoming training year. Students are mixed in year levels and sports as an opportunity to develop a sense of
community and leadership for students in the senior years.
This is a camp which is highly structured and supported by parents, academy teachers and the school and has
become one of the events students look forward to. Students were provided with a variety of opportunities,
including: boxercise, bootcamp, meditation, yoga, massage workshops, motivational guest speakers from a variety of
sporting backgrounds, personal & group challenges, and team work and communication activities. Students are also
given time to recover and are encouraged to reflect on the year ahead and set future goals.
Specialist Programs & ‘Tier 1’ Sports.
The Alkira Sports Academy offers students in the program, an opportunity to participate in two specialist sports
programs. Currently, we are able to offer our students Netball and Basketball specific training session with specialist
coaches afterschool. Students in the program for these sports are required to attend these trainings, where they will
gain skill specific skills training to accompany their physical conditioning.
Previously, the netball teams trained once a week in preparation for two tournaments. The teams played in the
Waverley International and the Netball Victoria School Championships. The Waverley international is played during
the July school holidays and is an opportunity for students to gain experience in competitive netball and to be
observed by talent identification officials.
Participation / enrolment numbers dictate what is classed as a ‘Tier 1 sport’. As the Alkira Sports Academy increases
in size we anticipate these Tier 1 sports to increase in number. If enrolments increase in any particular sport, we will
be able to upgrade these sports to ‘Tier 1’ and offer specialist training to students involved in these sports.
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Specialist Excursions & Programs.
Students within the Sports Academy program are also entitled to participate in specialised excursions which will aim
to aid individual progress and allow students to fully appreciate all different aspects of athletic careers and trainings.
These highly interactive and relevant excursions are tailored to specific year levels, relating to current learning
outcomes. These excursions vary from year to year and are continually assessed to ensure relevance. Following
these excursions, students are expected to discuss what they have learned and how it applies to their specific sport.
In the past, students have participated in:
 TLC mentoring program – run by current athletes and Olympians, students can focus on team work,
communication, leadership, and the 24/7 athlete amongst many other categories.
 VIS tours – look behind the scenes of a professional sporting body, and get a tour of the facility, run by current
athletes.
 National Sports Museum – look at items which have shaped the future of Australian sport, and discuss the impact
these people and items had over generations.
 Observations of professional training programs – observe elite sportsmen and women training for their chosen
sports.
 Cross Training programs – will be held across a variety of locations, including everything from swimming sessions,
wave walks and spin classes.
 Fitness Expo / seminar – A variety of opportunities for students to explore the world of nutrition, lifestyle,
training methods, sleep and many more.
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Alkira Sports Academy Uniform
The Academy uniform is an optional accessory students may purchase at an additional cost. It is not compulsory, and
parents are advised to still purchase regular unifrom items for sports carnivals and interschool sports. These items
can be purchased from the Alkira Secondary College reception. Please contact the school prior to arrival.
How to Apply
The Alkira Sports Academy has been established to assist talented student athletes to achieve at the highest levels of
performance in their chosen sport and to help them with their personal education and vocational development.
All applicants must be playing their chosen sport at a representative or higher level. If they are in an individual sport
then please include recent titles or achievements they have received. A current coach will need to fill in a section of
your application form. This can be sent in separately if needed.
All applicants must be at or above current VELS standards in the core subjects (English, Mathematics, Humanities,
Science and Physical Education. A year’s worth of current reports must be attached.
Applications include: a written application form, the coach’s letter and reports. Any incomplete or late applications
will not be considered. There are several phases within the selection process; a practical skills test (and for relevant
participants), a formal interview.
Applications for the 2016 (Yr.7 intake) are now available and can be obtained from the College website (under
the purple tab) Our School then choose Specialist Programs then Sports Academy
All enquiries can be made via email asa@alkirasecondarycollege.com.au or calling Mr. Vaughan Chaplin at Alkira
Secondary College on (03) 5991 3500.
Due date of applications is Friday 15th May, 2015.
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