Skateboarding

Nominations for the 2026/27 program are now open!

Apply here

The NIAS Skateboarding program is delivered in partnership the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network.

This program provides a high‑performance development pathway for talented young Skateboarders, focusing on technical skills, strength and conditioning, athlete education, and personal growth. 

Athletes receive targeted skill development, seasonal training support, and preparation for high‑performance trials. The program includes practical education in areas such as S&C, nutrition, sports psychology and injury management, along with opportunities to represent NIAS at events, inter‑academy sessions and camps.

Selected athletes receive:

  • High‑quality coaching in a squad environment
  • Access to quality training facilities
  • Strength & Conditioning assessment and programming
  • Sports science testing and high‑performance training support
  • Opportunities to represent NIAS at events
  • Education in technical, tactical, and personal Skateboarding development
  • Academy uniform kit (additional cost)
 

Additional NIAS benefits:

  • Access to Lumin (Academy athlete performance and management platform)
  • Support for award and scholarship nominations
  • Community engagement and corporate partner exposure
  • Promotion through NIAS media channels

Program Eligibility Criteria

Athletes must:

  • Turning 8 – 14 (born 2013 -2019) in 2027.
  • Submit a video application via email to elzie@regionalacademies.org.au (as well as submitting the nomination form here)
    Please try to keep it as one video.
    • 2 x 50s run with variations & lines
    • 3 x best trick
    • 30s video self-introduction
      • Goals
      • Strengths & weaknesses
      • Fun fact about yourself
  • Reside in the Northern Inland region within the defined Local Government boundaries of the following Council areas: Armidale, Glen Innes Severn, Gunnedah, Gwydir, Inverell, Liverpool Plains, Moree Plains, Narrabri, Tamworth, Tenterfield, Uralla, Walcha and Warrumbungle.
  • Demonstrate a dedication to improving performance.
An athlete levy will apply, covering the above listed program benefits. Uniform costs are additional, with NIAS items purchased through the official supplier. Additional event costs will apply for camps and events.

Program Delivery Period

November 2026 – May 2027