Women’s Programme

Purpose

The major emphasis of the WPA Women’s programme serves to Identify, Develop and Retain Female Athletes between the ages 16 – 20years.

Objectives

• Identify Potential candidates (List of +-10 girls)
• Gain the support and buy in of the coach, parents, and athlete.
• Offer support to athletes (scientific, strength and conditioning, coaching, transport, training camp, etc.) ALL Budget Dependent.
• Regular athlete-coach workshops.
• Athlete Mentorships.

Outcomes

• Increased number of female athletes remaining in the sport
• Improved performance of female Athletes.
• Increased number of female athletes in WPA teams.
• Harness a sense of togetherness amongst the female athletes.

Schedule

 The proposed schedule will be 9 months during the Track & Field and Cross-country season, with the goal of qualifying for the teams.

For more information do not hesitate in contacting the WPA Office on:

021 418 3232/Development@wpathletics.co.za