Athlete Development Programme
To build on the growth and success in sport at Whakatāne High School, we are proud to continue to offer the Athlete Development Programme in 2026 for students with a passion for sport. This will help students develop a good understanding of what it takes to be successful in sport after school as they will be exposed to a range of experiences and topics that will help them improve their performance.
With an athlete-centric approach, fostering excellence in body, mind and character. The components of this programme will include:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Strength and Conditioning
- Components of Fitness
- Sports Psychology
- Athlete Wellbeing
- Sports Nutrition
- Recovery and Rehabilitation
- Community Engagement
- Student Leadership
Athlete Development Programme Applications
Year 10-12 Athlete Development – Applications are now open for all current (and incoming) Year 10-12 students to be part of the Athlete Development Programme in 2026. Note that students who are part of ADP in 2025 do need to reapply. Applications will remain open until Friday 5th September.
Year 9 Athlete Development – All incoming Year 8 students can select ADP as an option subject as part of the enrolment process. This option runs for one term and introduces sports performance at a beginner level. There is no application or selection process as our school acknowledges that a lot of students are still developing and that talent may emerge at any age. The only expectation is that students have a passion for sport
Year 10 Athlete Development – All current Year 9 students will be provided with application information in term 4 as part of the subject selection process. This is an option subject that runs for 2 terms and provides experiences and learning that promote the next steps on the sporting pathway.
If you have any questions then please do not hesitate to get in touch with Director of Sport, Ben Sexton, ben.sexton@whs.co.nz
