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Program Overview

Tennis will be part of the Future Stars program when introduced again.

Unfortunately, the Academy did not have enough interest to conduct a stand along Tennis program. It is important for athletes in other sports to understand the commitment and process of skill development and it has proven to be beneficial for athletes involved in Tennis to network with athletes from other sports.

The Future stars program also gives Tennis players an opportunity undertake some basic fitness testing to see where their strengths and weaknesses are.

The focus of program will be on general fitness and educational sessions focused on the growth of understanding in personal development and approach to performance.

Selection Process

Academy athletes are nominated by their clubs from within the Gold Coast region for inclusion in the program. Athletes need to be 12years of age and above and must be registered with a local Tennis association.

To apply for a GCAS future stars academy position, potential athletes are required to complete an academy future stars application form and must attach supporting materials advising of achievements within their specific sport.

Once completed and submitted, applications are advised of the specific program.

Eligibility

Athletes must be representing their chosen sport at a regional level

Athletes must be aged between 12 – 18 years of age in the applicable year (contact GCAS if you wish to be eligible but do not fall in this age category)
Athletes must reside within the Gold Coast, Scenic Rim or Logan City Councils
Athletes must be participating in a sport outside that of the current GCAS sport programs OR must be outside the applicable age of a particular GCAS sport program.

The following requirements apply to selected Academy recipients:

Athletes must report to the GCAS any sporting achievements / selections.
Athletes who are age relevant will receive a 6 month gym membership at the Southport Sharks whilst the program is being conducted. It is expected that the athletes use this membership to use information learnt in the program and to put into practice skills learnt.
Personal screening and personal training session – highlight strengths and weaknesses to further the athlete’s abilities (testing is completed to highlight any specific strengths and weaknesses)

*Please note that GCAS reserves the right to withdraw athletes from the future stars program if the above requirements are not being met.

Athlete Commitment

There is a levy that goes along with being part of the program but for this fee, future star athletes receive the following benefits:

6 month gym membership with Southport Sharks, which includes gym and an initial personal consultation session with a qualified fitness instructor. **6 month Gym Memberships only available to those 16 years and older.
A full GCAS uniform kit including a polo shirt, training t-shirt and training shorts
Fitness testing conducted by coordinator of Future Stars program and associated personnel
Access to attend educational seminars presented by the GCAS.

We encourage each athlete to use as many of the additional optional benefits as possible that are on offer to gain maximum benefit from the program.

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