Ake Athlete Academy

Every athlete starts with a dream.

Twenty athletes have taken the first step.

Eight different sports. One academy. One team. One standard.

Over the next 10 weeks we’ll challenge, support and develop these young athletes to become stronger—not just in sport, but in life.

The journey starts now. 💙

💪🔥 The beginning of something that will change lives 🔥💪

Last night was about celebrating the first Ake Academy Athletes, selected for the first 10 week development program representing a range of sports, and talent from throughout the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

This night represents a huge amount of work in the background, and vision for the future of high performance in the region.

A huge shout out to everyone who has been part of making this possible, including the athletes and their families for their commitment to the 10 weeks ahead!

Unlocking potential. Striving for excellence.

Humility isn’t thinking less of yourself. It’s thinking of yourself less.

The best athletes don’t need to tell everyone how good they are. They let their attitude, actions, and consistency do the talking.

At Ake, we believe true greatness is built on humility, discipline, and respect—for yourself, your teammates, your coaches, and the journey.

Stay humble. Keep learning. Keep growing. 💙

Long days and long nights… Making it happen!

More than training. More than sport.

Over 10 weeks our athletes will develop the foundations needed to perform not only in competition, but in life.

🏔 Foundations & Standards
💪 Strength & Movement
🔥 Performance & Competition
🧠 Leadership & Resilience
🚀 High Performance & Pathways

From movement quality and mindset to leadership, resilience and financial literacy, we’re building athletes who are prepared for opportunities both on and off the field.

5 phases.
10 weeks.
1 purpose.

Unlock potential. Strive for excellence.

The best athletes don’t chase results- they chase standards.

Work ethic.
Teamwork.
Attitude.

Get these right and the rest will follow. 🔥

Ake Athlete Academy is more than a programme — it’s a pathway. 💫

We’re here to support rangatahi to grow as athletes, leaders and individuals.

Through our athlete development programmes, high performance workshops, wellness sessions and team building experiences, we create environments where potential becomes performance.

Discipline. Standards. Growth.