About the NZ MTB Academy.
Based in Rotorua, The NZ MTB Academy develops young mountain bikers demonstrating real talent in downhill, cross-country and enduro racing.
We help bridge the gap between amateur and professional athletes - providing the tools, coaching, and resources young riders need to take the next step.
The academy supplies expert support, resources, and a nationwide network to back athletes both on and off the bike.
Each year, we run an open camp in Rotorua, inviting promising riders from across New Zealand who’ve been identified through racing and the wider biking community. From there, athletes are selected to join the academy and be part of a programme focused on growth, development and long-term success.
At the NZ MTB Academy we’re about removing barriers and giving the next generation a platform to reach their potential, with the right people beside them along the way.
What we offer our athletes.
NZ MTB Academy focuses on what each athlete needs to develop their performance to the next level.
Working with mentors and providers across the different support networks that an athlete requires, the academy is able to provide the professional support that otherwise might not be available to the athletes.
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Performance testing to develop an understanding of each individual athletes needs and development opportunities, and to integrate into the coaching plan.
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Professional coaching to develop the athlete within, achieving high performance through a tailored approach based on personalised needs analysis.
This includes sport specific coaching, strength and conditioning, physiological coaching, and psychological aspects.
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We mentor for future success, uniting young and seasoned athletes to accelerate the learning curve of being a high performance athlete.
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Bringing together leading providers, educators and athletes to create an environment where athletes can expand their physical self and knowledge.
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Developing the athletes’ primary resource, the top two inches, with the right knowledge and understanding to perform at the highest level.
Our vision.
Our vision is to support the next generation of New Zealand mountain biking athletes to achieve international success on the world stage, in all disciplines of the sport.
Our Partners.
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Go beyond the known.
NZ MTB Academy is enabled by Launchpad, a dynamic hub fostering growth and innovation in the community. Launchpad supports talent to break barriers and transcend limits
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He Whare Atawhai - A place of kindness.
QE Health generously open their doors to our Performance Academy athletes, offering top class facilities to help them reach peak performance health and fitness.