Sport Climbing Victoria (SCV) continues to develop and facilitate the growth of competition climbing in Victoria. Due to the increasing growth of the Sport SCV reintroduced the Victorian State Youth Training team in MID 2024.
Training for Success:
Our training program is designed to help Athletes become the best climber they can be, both on and off the wall. Throughout the season, athletes will participate in sessions that focus on key areas of performance, including climbing techniques, skill refinement, strength and conditioning, competition strategies and more. We also cover topics essential to your overall well-being and growth, such as healthy eating, the importance of rest and recovery, mental health, and age-appropriate training for your stage of development. These sessions will equip you with the tools you need to thrive not just as an athlete, but as a well-rounded individual.
Training sessions will be held at various locations across Melbourne and Geelong, led by our dedicated state coaches and featuring a rotating lineup of guest coaches, health professionals and accomplished climbers. These experts bring a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives to help you elevate your performance.
Team Selection:
This team selection is made via State and National Podium results, and via an SCV Selection Committee. Selections are based on past performance and potential. Selection to be a member of the State Training Team allows athletes to continue to progress through structed training and via our high-performance pathway.
Selections will be based on past performance and potential., Selection to be a member of the 2026 Victorian State Training Team for the Boulder discipline allows athletes to continue progressing through structured training and our high -performance pathway.
Being on the Training Team does not guarantee selection for National’s, However we strongly encourage all Training Team athletes to apply for Special Consideration (SC) when applications are Open. All members are required to sign an SCV Athlete Code of Conduct and adhere to all SCV policy’s
SCV Coaching Team
Sarah McKinnon (Head Coach)
Enrico Capano
Trent Johnson-Boe
Angus Cameron
James Lindsay
If you wish to Discuss How you can Join the State climbing team Or wish to discuss the team in more depth Please feel free to reach out to the team via email Development@sportclimbingvictoria.com.au
To request a copy of the Youth Training Team Handbook please contact Development@sportclimbingvictoria.com.au
Best Regards
SCV Selection and Coaching Team