Elite athlete pathways

• The Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) supports elite athlete development through 12 squad programs.
• Your state sporting organisation may offer athlete development programs.
  • See Swimming Queensland's athlete development program as an example.
• The Australian Institute of Sport offers funding.

Retiring from sport?

• If you were an elite athlete, you can continue to serve the sporting community through a leadership role at an industry body or sporting association.
  • The Queensland Academy of Sport Board has a number of former elite athletes.