Harness Racing Driving
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Nominations are now OPEN.
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Program Coordinator: Barry McColl
The Hunter Academy of Sport (HAS) is now accepting nominations from athletes interested in participating in the 2019 Harness Racing Program. This program is supported by Harness Racing NSW.
A pathway program for high performance including healthy lifestyle & integrity has been created utilising the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) in partnership with various venues & facilities around the state. The main focus of the Academy program is to create junior development to educate off-track, or out-of-racing. Parents are encouraged to attend these sessions alongside their athlete(s).
The program will consist of two education sessions of as follows:
Session One - Saturday 16th Feb
Time: 9am-3:30pm
Venue: HAS Office, Administration Building, 294 Turton Rd Broadmeadow & Newcastle Harness Racing Club
This full day session will include the following topics presented by various professionals:
- Rules & Driving
- Social Media
- Personal Fitness
- Training & Driving
- Animal Welfare
- Media Training
- Dual Sulky Driving
A HAS Polo, lunch & dinner will be provided.
Session Two - Sunday 17th Feb
Time: 9am-3:30pm
Venue: HAS Office, Administration Building, 294 Turton Rd Broadmeadow
This full day session will include the following topics presented by various professionals:
- Gearing a Horse
- Nutrition
- Well Being
- Goal Setting
- Pathway Opportunities
- Media Training
- Public Speaking
- Further Animal Welfare
All athletes will recieve a participation certificate upon completion.
Cost & Eligibility
The cost of the 2019 Hunter Academy of Sport Harness Racing Program is FREE, and is open to athletes aged between 10-14 years of age in 2019.
Please note: if you wish to bring your horse along to these sessions please email sallie@hunteracademy.org.au
