Juniors

TA GUIDELINES SPECIFIC TO JUNIORS

From the start of the 2010 /11 season the Juniors age grouping has been changed by Triathlon Australia to the following format :

The new Junior age catergory is changed to 16yo- 19yo (as at 31st December 2010). This catergory will be serviced by the Novice/Sprint Event at most of the State races but age differentials could apply

The distances for racing any long distance events are age relevant with a requirement of being 18yo by 31st December to be able to register.

Essential information for Juniors, Parents, Coaches and Clubs, click on the following links:

Any individual wishing to race above their age group distance must abide by the following TA procedures:

  • Permission in writing from the TA designated Sports Doctor ( contact TWA) – seperate permission required for each race. (Please provide a copy to the Race Director and TWA). Click here for a copy of the consent application form. The process for applying to race up an age group can take some months, so if you are aware of an event you would like to compete in, please ensure you apply early.

 

WA Junior Coaches List for Season 2010/11

The criteria for being on this list is based on a 5 Star rating *****

  1. Level 1 Triathlon Coach or higher
  2. Is a practicing triathlon coach keeping all accredition & skills up to date with TWA
  3. Member of TWA and have Coaches Insurance
  4. Has a valid Working with Children permit
  5. Operates separate Junior Triathlon Program

Junior – Qualified 5 star coaching availble from :

What is the NTID  Program 

National Talent ID & Development is where talented athletes may be showing an interest in moving across to  the sport of  triathlon .
Or it also may be where an existing talented young triathlete has reassessed their goals & decided to be more focused . 
This can be in  metro or regional areas 
Such  athletes are  encouraged & assisted  by a variety  of initiatives.

  • Access to additional coaching support – both for the athlete (and local coach if regional )
  • Further access to areas such as technical analysis/ nutritional advice/school holiday development camps /training programes

The NTID  program has a number of evaluation  factors to determine any appropriate support  including:

  1. Results from competition
  2. Various tests relating to triathlon specific areas – swimming time trial or a 3km –  5km run
  3. Demonstrated ability to improve/achieve goals
  4. Previous sports background
  5. Current age is  between 14 -18yo
  6. Mental strength abilities for triathlon (training for 3 sports in one )

For further information on any of the above NTID areas please contact   development@triathlonwa.asn.au