Performance Pathways and Programs
AIS Performance Pathways and Programs
The AIS Performance Pathways and Programs Team support sports to develop and improve the effectiveness of Australian high performance (HP) pathways to successfully identify, develop, support and progress talented athletes to achieve medal winning performances in the future.
Performance Pathways and Programs Purpose
- Partner with NSOs to develop integrated HP strategic plans, identify priority campaigns, and monitor performance outcomes.
- Support NSOs to deliver integrated, sport-specific athlete pathways that identify and holistically develop talent toward medal-winning success.
- Assist NSOs to coordinate system resources to execute their HP strategic plans.
- Support the development of HP people, high-functioning performance teams, and programs across system partners.
- Lead delivery of sport performance initiatives under the Win Well Strategy.
Guidelines and Athlete Development
Athlete Development Frameworks
Describes the pathway and principles that support athletes to develop their capabilities and reach their potential over time.
Elite Youth Athlete Guidelines
Recommendations for supporting the wellbeing, development, and performance of U18 individuals across HP sport.
National Athlete Categorisation
Identify, track and prioritise athletes at each stage of the Performance Pathway
An articulation of what is required to Podium at a Pinnacle Event.
Program Spotlight
Works alongside state‑based programs to discover people with the potential champions.
Education and professional development for the Performance Pathways workforce.
State Hub of Interaction
Designed sessions to share best practice, build capability, and enhance program delivery.
Conference Spotlight
International TID Conference
Co-hosted by the AIS and Queensland Academy of Sport, it will explore Best Practice and Next Practice in identifying and developing high-performance sporting talent.Elevate eConference 2021
An invitation-only event at which delegates will share insights and learn practical skills designed to improve organisational approaches to Performance Pathways.Elevate eConference 2020
Aimed to inspire the Performance Pathway Workforce by providing a variety of international expert insights on how to successfully identify, develop, support and progress talented athletes to achieve medal winning performances.
Additional Resources
Parent, Carers, Significant Others
For more information, please contact performancepathways@ausport.gov.au