Specialisation Information

The Henley Sports Academy provides ten sports where expert teachers and coaches lead the skill and tactical development of student athletes enrolled in the academy. Each of the sporting programs are developed in close consultation with the State Associations to ensure that we provide both a ‘developmental’ and ’high performance ‘ focus to tailor for individual student athlete’s needs. A subject within the curriculum the Henley Sports Academy adopts a Year 7 -12 model of delivery which provides students with mentoring and leadership opportunities.

The aims of the Henley Sports Academy are to provide student athletes access to:

A flexible, supportive and “athlete friendly” academic environment.
Quality support in balancing sporting and academic expectations
Provide flexible access to competition & training opportunities.
Sport Science services such as fitness testing, performance analysis, sports psychology, nutritional advice and sports injury support.
Work Experience and Career Education support and planning.
An extensive Personal Development program specific to the student athlete.

Programs offered

Athletics
Basketball
Cricket
Dance
Football
Hockey
Netball
Soccer
Surf Life Saving and Swimming
Tennis

The Henley Sports Academy is based upon a season focus with its training schedule supporting a whole year development model.

The training schedule includes

Specific skill and technique development
Team and strategy development
Game play throughout the year with involvement in various competition, carnivals and exchanges.
Individual and group strength and conditioning programs
Rehabilitation and recovery support
Video analysis
Fitness Analysis
Coaching and officiating accreditations
Nutritional, Sport psychology and Injury Prevention