Athlete Support Programme

This programme is funded by Scottish Borders Council until the year 2010. The programme aims to establish a support programme and professional development programme for athletes and coaches which will assist them to reach their maximum potential with the ultimate aim of their participation in the London Olympic Games, Paralympic Games in 2012, Commonwealth Games in 2014 or beyond.

Further information is available from the Athlete Support Information Booklet

Services for successful applicants include

 

• Enhanced access to training facilities across the Borders
• Medical and Physiotherapy services
• Strength and conditioning programmes
• Nutrition Advice
• Coach education programme support
• Sports psychology support
• Specialist coaching
• Specialist equipment
• Careers, education and lifestyle advice

Entry Criteria for the Borders target sports are available here

Priority is given to the Borders target sports or sports/disciplines which are involved in the Commonwealth, Olympic or Paralympic Games

Download an Application form

List of athletes selected for the programme

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Got any news on ASP athletes you'd like to share? Email us at asp@scotborders.org.uk