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In health and physical education, the focus is on the well-being of the students themselves, of other people, and of society through learning in health-related and movement contexts - New Zealand Curriculum
Academy of Sport must be selected as a SIXTH option choice
This course is personalised around students own sport(s)
Internal assessment opportunities available
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Josh Elkin Senior PE.mp4WHY STUDY academy of sport AT YEAR 13?
WHY STUDY academy of sport AT YEAR 13?
It is the mission of the Academy of Sport to identify and support you to reach your potential as an outstanding sportsman and young man.
The Year 13 Academy of Sport is timetabled during the study line. This will help ensure time is not wasted during this period as it will be spent training and learning. However, during pressure times throughout the year, the sessions can be used to study for assessments or exams.
This Senior Academy course caters for aspiring athletes, who are motivated and passionate about their chosen sport(s). This course is based in the training facility in the Frank Crist Centre (FCC). Here you have direct access to first class training resources. This is a predominantly student directed course, where the you may work closely with the schools Strength and Conditioning Coach, to develop individualised conditioning programmes. Your progress towards your individual fitness goals is monitored along with your wellness by the classroom teacher and/or the Strength and Conditioning Coach.
This course is a part of the development pathway for aspiring young sportsmen. You will develop your ability to self-manage and therefore set yourself up for future success in your chosen sport.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
It is hoped you will have the ability to perform at an elite under 18 level by the time you reach your final year at school. This includes performance on the field, fitness standards and tactical knowledge. As an Academy of Sport member you will be offered a variety of rich learning experiences that will build on your knowledge of training principles and techniques, as well as offering an insight into the world of professional sport.
Key Outcomes
develop knowledge of training methods
develop a variety training techniques to improve fitness
enhance understanding of programme development
improve ability to self-manage
develop skill and game analysis.
What WILL I DO?
What WILL I DO?
You will cover the following key aspects of sports development:
Training methods
Fitness testing
Training techniques
Programme development
Nutrition
Self-management
Elite sport requirements
Skill Analysis as relevant
Game analysis as relevant
Following relevant training programmes on a regular basis
Training experiences and seminars may include some or all of the following:
Cross Fit
Pilates
Boxing
Speed Sessions
Mental Fitness
Injury Management
Nutrition
Professional approach to sport – athlete centred approach
Professionalism in sport
The need for life balance as a professional sportsman
wHAT will I NEED?
wHAT will I NEED?
You will need to be motivated and self-reliant. You do not need to have been a part of the Academy of Sport in previous years. Applications can be found here on the Academy of Sport website.
This course is to be taken as a sixth subject only. There is no academic requirement, although it is possible to be assessed on their performance in achievement standard 91501: Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting.
How is this course assessed?
How is this course assessed?
NZQA Physical Education Subject Resources
School Policy for NCEA Assessment
You should be aware of the school procedures for NCEA assessment. They can be found on the school website at this link. There you will find answers to frequently asked questions about how NCEA works as well as guidance about how to apply for extensions, reconsiderations or the process for withdrawing from a standard.
We hope you have a successful and interesting year!
Bradley Moon and Mark Tinkle are in charge of the Academy of Sport – please feel free to contact them:
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