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Athlete Programmes
High Performance Programme athletes receive an allocation of resources and/or funding to support them and their coach.
Programme Support
The programme allocated to the high performance athletes and the level of support available is determined by the athlete’s performance or performance potential, and their development needs based on the individual athlete’s plan.
Programme Support also takes into consideration best practice and the availability of Athletics New Zealand High Performance/High Performance Sport New Zealand resources.
Programmes are aligned with the following criteria. Click on the programmes below for further details, or for any other High Performance enquiries contact Scott Newman (High Performance Director).
Elite Performance Squad (EPS)
For established athletes prepared for the high performance environment and that are demonstrating the capability to perform with distinction at senior pinnacle competitions.
Performance Potential Squad (PPS)
For more established athletes preparing for the demands of entering the high performance environment; and are tracking towards or demonstrating the potential to perform with distinction at senior pinnacle competitions at some stage throughout their career.
Performance Development Squad (PDS)
A two year programme for emerging athletes demonstrating future performance potential. PDS members receive invitations to relevant camps; and planning support to assists with learning the fundamentals of developing performance
Aspirational / Non-Programme Athletes
Many athletes aspire to be world class and often make significant personal commitment to achieving their goals.
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