Individual Athlete Programme (IAP):
- There are currently 10 IAP Athletes in the Sarah Baartman District.This program provides scientific, life skills and athlete support to nominated elite athletes. The criteria for acceptance onto the programme are at least provincial colours, with the prospect of a medal at national/international level.
Sarah Baartman District Academy High Performance Hubs:
Port Alfred Gymnastics Hub :
Port Alfred Gymnastics Hub is situated in Port Alfred in the Sarah Baartman District. The Gymnastics Hub forms part of the award-winning Nemato Change-a-life (NCAL) youth development project also based in Port Alfred.
Jan Blom, a former top-flight rowing coach in Holland is the Hub Coordinator and founder of the (NCAL) youth development project.
A total of 10 athletes (males and females) forms part of the Hub.
Mr Lee Budler is assigned the role of Head Coach.
The group of Gymnasts trains 4 times a week under the guidance of the Coach.
Makhanda Boxing Hub:
The Makhanda Boxing Hub is situated in Makhanda/Grahamstown in the Sarah Baartman District.
A total of 12 boxers forms part of the Hub.
Mr Bulelani Ndwayana is assigned the role of Head Coach.
The group of boxers train 3 times per week under the guidance of the Coach and Conditioning Specialist.