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Sports Academy

Coleg Sir Gâr Sports Academy

Introduction

If sport is a big part of your life and you’re working towards success in your field, then joining the Sports Academy at Coleg Sir Gâr will help you to achieve those ambitions, whilst also keeping you on track for top academic results too.

Our Sports Academy stands out for its remarkable achievements and we’re proud to have  nurtured many athletes who have reached the pinnacle of success. Among our distinguished alumni are British Lions stars Josh Adams and Gareth Davies, World Champion cyclist Emma Finucane, and Ffion Lewis, a prominent player in Welsh international women’s rugby.

Two female student athletes playing football.
Two people in Team GB sports kit racing on a tandem bike in a velodrome.
Student in sports kit pushing a sled in the gym.

Our Academy is uniquely designed to integrate sports training seamlessly with your academic studies, providing you with a balanced opportunity to excel in both arenas. At the heart of our mission is a commitment to shape young athletes into individuals of calibre, ensuring you receive the necessary support to flourish in your sports careers. But our framework doesn’t only aim at athletic excellence, we also prioritise academic achievements and have created a holistic environment for student-athletes.

So whether your talent lies in team sports like netball, football, and rugby, or individual sports such as athletics, cycling, boxing, triathlon, cross-country, or others, our comprehensive program offers you the robust support you need to help you navigate college whilst pursuing sporting excellence.

As a Sports Academy member you’ll have access to a variety of facilities to help your development, including a state-of-the-art 3G pitch that ensures year-round training capabilities in various weather conditions. Additionally, we have a sector-leading weightlifting and conditioning facility that is designed to meet the demands of elite athletes, alongside a gym and sports science suite. These facilities are complemented by a sports hall, which offers a versatile space for a multitude of indoor sports and activities. 

You’ll also benefit from the strong partnerships we have built with prestigious organisations, including the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU), Scarlets, Llanelli Town AFC, Llanelli weightlifting club, Colegau Cymru, and AoC Sport. 

So if you’d like to join the Coleg Sir Gâr sports academy and pursue excellence in both sports and academics, please complete the form below or pop in to visit us on one of our open days.