High Performance Program - September Holidays
📅 Monday 29 September – Friday 3 October, 2025
Aspire Academy NZ’s High Performance Holiday Program is an immersive, five-day development and learning experience designed to equip high school athletes with the physical tools, mindset strategies, and knowledge needed to thrive in sport and life.
Tailored for athletes from all sporting backgrounds, this program supports those who are ready to train with purpose, understand their performance data, and take meaningful steps toward long-term athletic development.
🔍 Program Overview
This structured and supportive program blends:
Elite physical training sessions
Comprehensive performance testing
Daily expert-led seminars from leading professionals in New Zealand sport
Recovery and regeneration education
Individual reporting and reflection tools
Whether your athlete is preparing for higher levels of sport or building a foundation for future success, the program promotes intentional training, holistic development, and personal accountability.
✅ What’s Included
📊 Full Performance Testing
Athletes will complete a comprehensive battery of tests measuring:
Sprint speed and acceleration (timing gates)
Jump performance (broad and vertical jump)
Power output and movement velocity (VBT tools)
Change of direction and agility
Results are used to inform training focus and are included in the end-of-week Athlete Report.
💪 2 x Daily Training Sessions
Progressive and targeted training blocks focused on:
Linear and multidirectional speed
Strength and power development
Plyometrics and movement efficiency
Performance circuits to simulate sporting demands
Olympic lifting workshops delivered by trained professionals
Speed mechanics from sprinting specialists
🎓 1 x Daily Expert Workshop
Led by industry-leading professionals, including:
Sports Nutrition – Delivered by a nutritionist working with the NZ Warriors Pathways, NPC rugby, and the Blues
Mental Resilience – Taught by a performance coach who has worked with Olympians, the All Blacks, Black Caps, Silver Ferns, and New Zealand’s special services
Injury Prevention – Managing load, movement quality, return-to-play pathways
Pro Athlete Insight – Life as an athlete, training habits, personal stories
Recovery Education – Active recovery, cold/heat therapy, sleep, breathwork
📘 High Performance Diary
Each athlete receives a guided diary to reflect on training, track habits, and set goals — developing autonomy and awareness in their journey.
🧾 Athlete Report + Certificate
A comprehensive report summarising testing results, key takeaways, and coaching feedback is provided at the end of the week, along with a certificate of completion.
🗓️ Sample Weekly Schedule
| Day | Focus Areas |
|---|---|
| Monday | Performance Testing + Nutrition Workshop |
| Tuesday | Strength Training + Injury Prevention |
| Wednesday | Plyometrics + Mindset Development |
| Thursday | Performance Circuits + Pro Athlete Q&A |
| Friday | Recovery Education (off-site) |
Mon–Thu: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fri: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🧳 What to Bring
Lunch, snacks, and water bottle
Training gear and shoes for indoor and outdoor activity
Towel for recovery sessions
Device (phone/tablet) for diary use
🌟 Program Outcomes
By the end of the week, athletes will:
Understand their performance metrics and how to use them
Learn how to train and recover more effectively
Gain tools to build resilience, manage pressure, and stay focused
Develop greater ownership of their development
Be better prepared for the demands of competitive and high-performance sporting environments
This is not just a training camp — it’s a high-performance development experience, combining elite-level coaching, expert guidance, and practical tools to elevate performance, enhance knowledge, and empower high school athletes on their sporting journey.
✅ Confirmation & Communication
Once payment is completed, your athlete’s place in the program is secured. You will be added to our official program list and will receive all relevant details including:
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Daily schedules and reminders
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What to bring
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Coach introductions and key contacts
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Any updates or changes (e.g. weather or venue-related)
All communication will be sent via email and/or SMS in the lead-up to the program.
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🔁 Cancellation & Refund Policy
We understand that plans can change. Our policy is as follows:
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Cancellations made 14+ days before the program start date will receive a full refund.
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Cancellations made within 7–13 days of the start date are eligible for a 50% refund.
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Cancellations within 7 days of the program start are non-refundable, as staffing and facility costs will already be confirmed.
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In cases of medical withdrawal (with a medical certificate), a credit may be applied to a future Aspire Academy NZ program.
Please contact us as soon as possible if you need to make a change.
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📋 Medical & Emergency Info
Parents/guardians must complete a pre-program form that includes:
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Medical conditions or injuries
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Emergency contact information
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Consent for supervised recovery sessions (e.g. ice baths)
This ensures the safety and wellbeing of all participants.
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🧑🏫 Supervision & Safety
All sessions are supervised by qualified coaches with current child safety certifications. Group sizes are capped to maintain an appropriate athlete-to-coach ratio, and all activities are designed with age-appropriate progressions.
📸 Media Consent
Photos and videos may be taken during the program for educational and promotional use by Aspire Academy NZ. If you do not consent to media use, please let us know during registration.