The CCAS Sprint Kayak Program exists to provide a unique opportunity for local athletes to gain further individual skill and personal development that will assist them in gaining higher representative selection in the sport of Sprint Kayak. Applicants should be looking to progress to State and National selection. The CCAS Sprint Kayak program will run weekly (with session frequency dependent on assessment of the level of athlete selected).
Nominations for the 2023/24 program have closed
Head Coach
Scott Cunningham
Program Focus
The program will cater for Kayak and Surf Ski athletes U14 – U24 years
The Pathway
The aim of the CCAS Sprint Kayak program is to provide identified athletes progression into higher representation with Paddle NSW, NSWIS and Paddle Australia.
Athlete Benefits
CCAS Kayak athletes will have access to the following benefits:
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CCAS Merchandise pack
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Weekly Squad training sessions – 30 Weeks (frequency of sessions per week are determined by level of athlete)
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Weekly Strength & Conditioning training and/or programming
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Education Sessions on topics such as Nutrition, Sports Psychology, Drugs in Sport and Youth Leadership
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A musculoskeletal screening and education session
Selection Process
A trial will be held to select the Sprint Kayak Squad. Athlete ability will be assessed and successful athletes will be offered a training package according to their current and potential skill levels. The CCAS decision/s regarding athlete selection is based on objective and subjective measures and the CCAS hold final responsibility for the selection of athletes.
A trial will be held on Saturday 19th August, 2pm at Cockle Creek.
Eligibility
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Athletes must be born in 1999– 2009 (inclusive)
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Currently reside within Central Coast Council LGA
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Be committed to progressing to higher representation within the sport of Kayaking
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Current or willing to become a member of a Kayaking Club
Program Levy
A cost will apply to all selected athletes
