Our Athlete Development Program is aimed at providing young athletes with coaching and experiences in all facets of skill acquisition as well as strength and conditioning, to progress their sporting capability in any context.
In the Athlete Development Program, athletes will:
- Learn from high quality coaches, take part in running training and analysis sessions
- Have access to physiotherapy and mobility training
- Take part in nutrition and wellbeing seminars
If your student is interested in being enrolled into the Athlete Development Program for Year 7, they are required to attend the compulsory Athlete Development Testing Day. The afternoon will consist of a range of Physical Fitness tests that will determine their suitability for the program and guidance on any issues that may be of a concern.
In accordance with our School’s mission statement and core values, there are several requirements in the entry process that need to be met by the applicant to be admitted into the Athletes Development Program.
The minimum requirements for prospective students wishing to trial for the Athlete Development Program are outlined in the dot points below:
- Must be currently registered with a sporting club in their chosen sport
- Demonstrated ability to follow the behavioural expectations of the school
- Demonstrate an enthusiasm and desire to be part of the program
- A desire to further advance their techniques, skills and personal fitness
- Provide one reference from their current sporting coach
To be considered for the ADP Program students must apply, provide one reference from a current Coach or Manager, and participate in the compulsory physical testing day.
To apply for the Athlete Development Program, please complete an EOI (Expression of Interest to Enrol), available online at the bottom of the Enrolments page HERE . On completion of the EOI, you will receive an application form for ADP.
Physical Testing Day for Year 7 2026 Enrolments
Location: SDSHS Sports Hall
Date: Wednesday 18 June, 2025
Time: 3:00pm – 3.15pm Registration | 3.15pm – 5.30pm Physical Testing
Equipment: Athletes are required to wear suitable training clothes, shoes and to bring a water bottle.
Physical Testing Day for Year 8-10 2026 Enrolments
Location: SDSHS Sports Hall
Date: Wednesday 20 August, 2025
Time: 3:00pm – 3.15pm Registration | 3.15pm – 5.30pm Physical Testing
Equipment: Athletes are required to wear suitable training clothes, shoes and to bring a water bottle.