2026/27 NIAS Athletics Program
NIAS is offering Athletics as a program for the first time in some years. We will be working closely with the North Coast Academy of Sport (NCAS) to structure the program, which we believe will create great value for Northern Inland athletes. Please note; this program is separate to Armidale Athletics Club and we are unable to provide further information other than what has been supplied below. Should your athlete need further information we encourage you to contact the Northern Inland Academy of Sport.
The program has been designed to deliver three intensive two-day weekend workshops. This format will provide athletes with concentrated learning opportunities, increased access to specialist coaching, and help reduce the ongoing travel demands placed on athletes and families throughout the season.
The involvement of athletes and coaches from NCAS, and potentially the Western Region Academy of Sport (WRAS), broadening the range of coaching expertise and creating a stronger regional performance environment.
The NIAS Athletics Program is designed to enhance and complement the coaching athletes are already receiving through their local coaches and clubs.
The program will support athletes aged 13–19 years across track and field disciplines, including both able-bodied athletes and para-athletes. The focus will be on technical event development, physical preparation, strength and conditioning, nutrition and sports psychology education, athlete wellbeing and long-term pathway progression.
2026/27 Intensive Weekends
Weekend 1 – Coffs Harbour
12–13 September 2026
Athletes and families will arrange their own travel to Coffs Harbour. Any accommodation required will be the responsibility of athletes and families.
Weekend 2 – Tamworth
10–11 October 2026
Athletes and families will arrange their own travel to Tamworth. Any accommodation required will be the responsibility of athletes and families.
Weekend 3 – Ballina
14–15 November 2026
This weekend will operate as a live-in camp, with athletes staying together alongside coaches and teammates. Accommodation and meals for the Ballina live-in camp are included in the program levy. Travel to and from Ballina will be arranged by athletes and families.
The 2026/27 NIAS Athletics Program levy is $600 + GST ($660 including GST).
This includes participation in the three intensive training weekends, weekly strength and conditioning, nutrition and sports psychology education, as well as accommodation and meals for the Ballina live-in camp.
Further information can be found here.
Applications are now open and can be completed here.
Applications close on Sunday, 30 August 2026.
