The Athlete Performance and Preparation (APP) department aims to provide the Camberwell Grammar community with industry-leading physical literacy development, coaching and support. We work with students to improve their performance – athletic, mental, academic and social. We take a holistic approach to training and fitness, prioritising mental and physical wellbeing at all times.
Supporting every student to thrive in learning, health and wellbeing.
We provide a supportive and educational environment for all students to achieve their training and fitness goals.
Supervised Access: All Year 7 to 12 students have Weights Room access before school, at lunchtime and after school, with coaches on hand to provide technique correction and program advice.
Learn to Lift: Year 7 students can join this introductory program to learn foundational movements, gym etiquette and program literacy.
TeamBuildr App: Students have access to our online programming software, with various resistance training programs tailored to individual goals.
RunWell: Run club meets twice weekly year-round, focusing on cardiovascular fitness, running and sprinting technique.
We collaborate with the Physical Education department to help every student build lifelong healthy, active habits.
Curriculum Immersion: All Year 7 to 10 Physical Education classes complete a dedicated four-week block in the Weights Room.
Building Autonomy: These sessions expose students to a range of training methods and holistic health education, empowering them to train safely and independently.
Year 11 and 12 Access: Students in Years 11 and 12 can use the Weights Room during their scheduled Physical Education classes.
We provide support and services to improve each aspect of holistic health.
Everyday Support: Our coaches encourage students to prioritise their holistic wellbeing through informal chats and sharing resources.
Collaborative Support: The APP team communicates regularly with School Counsellors and Wellbeing staff, ensuring the Weights Room is an outlet and support system for broader student wellbeing needs.
For our high-performing student-athletes, we offer specialist programming designed to translate physical improvements directly into sporting success.
Tailored Programming: Individualised plans focus on strength, power, speed, change of direction and injury resilience.
Data-Driven Growth: Programs are developed and adjusted based on quarterly performance testing and injury screenings.
Load Management: Comprehensive wellbeing tracking and regular check-ins ensure our athletes balance their academic and athletic loads sustainably.
When injuries happen, our team aims to ensure a safe, supported and streamlined recovery.
Tailored Rehabilitation: Custom programming is provided to injured student based on their specific needs and recovery goals.
Expert Liaison: Our APP coaches collaborate directly with the Health Centre Manager and external medical professionals to ensure unified care.
Safe Return to Play Protocols: We use streamlined return-to-train and return-to-play protocols, and clear concussion management steps to ensure a safe return to activity.
Our support extends beyond the school day, supporting the wider CGS community.
Camberwell Grammar Programs: Performance testing, strength and power sessions, and metabolic conditioning training. Find out more here.
Camberwell Aquatic: Strength and power programming along with benchmark performance testing for Camberwell Aquatic swim squads.
Old Camberwell Grammar Amateur Football Club: Season-round strength and conditioning programming to assist with on-field performance.
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