A Structured Winter for Committed School Rowers
A fully individualised 12-week coaching block for Year 10-11 athletes. Intake is limited. Coaching is delivered in person and by arrangement.
Apply for Winter IntakeApplications reviewed personally
Who This Is For
This is for:
- Year 10-11 rowers who train consistently and want clearer direction
- Athletes willing to engage with direct technical feedback
- Families who value structure and honest communication
This is not for:
- Casual or drop-in training
- Shortcuts or selection promises
- Athletes unable to commit to the full 12 weeks
Winter Coaching Block
A 12-week private, one-to-one coaching block designed to give school athletes structured exposure to high-performance training standards.
The focus is on experience and understanding - particularly around technical execution, physiological intent, and how training decisions are made. Athletes are held to clear standards and expectations appropriate to their stage of development, supporting both physical preparation and the mental skills required to train consistently through the winter.
The emphasis is not on short-term acceleration, but on informed, purposeful work across the winter period.
How the Winter Block Is Delivered
- Weekly private on-water technical coaching (pair or double)
- Individual Performance Plan with technical and behavioural standards
- Individually written training aligned with school rowing demands
- Monitoring via TrainingPeaks and heart rate compliance
- Scheduled lactate testing to guide aerobic development
- Movement assessment by a rowing-specific physiotherapist
- Mid-block review and adjustments
- Final evaluation with written summary
What Athletes Typically Take Forward
- A clearer understanding of their technical priorities
- More consistent and intentional daily training habits
- Greater ownership and maturity in how they approach training
- A calmer, more deliberate relationship with performance and feedback
We weren't looking for a hypey camp. We wanted structure, individual attention, and honest feedback. This gave our son clarity and real change.
- Parent, Year 11 athlete
About the Coach
Martyn O'Leary coaches school and club athletes, with this intake kept intentionally small to prioritise quality, structure, and honest evaluation.
His coaching is informed by experience across school, club, and international rowing environments, giving him a clear understanding of how young athletes develop within - and alongside - established systems. The focus is not acceleration or short-term outcomes, but helping athletes train with clarity, maturity, and purpose during a critical development phase.
Credentials
- International competition experience as an athlete
- Six years working inside school rowing programmes
- Degree in Human, Sport & Performance
- Degree in Education
- Valid Working With Children Check
Pilot Intake - Pricing & Feedback
This winter block is being offered as a limited-capacity pilot intake.
Pilot investment: $7,200 AUD
(This reflects a reduced rate relative to the final programme structure.)
As part of the pilot:
- Families are asked to provide honest end-of-block feedback
- Testimonials are optional and handled respectfully
- Feedback is used to refine future intakes, not for marketing pressure
This block is capped to ensure coaching quality is maintained.
Important Clarification
This programme does not guarantee selection, results, or performance outcomes. The goal is improved training quality, clearer feedback, and long-term development.
Common Questions
Does this replace school rowing?
No. This block is designed to complement school programmes, not replace them.
What does the application involve?
A short written application followed by a brief conversation to confirm fit.
Is feedback required?
General feedback is requested as part of the pilot. Testimonials are optional.
What access is required?
Athletes need access to appropriate equipment and the ability to train consistently within their school context.
Apply
- Submit application
- Conversation to confirm fit
- Places offered where appropriate
Applications reviewed personally