About RAS
Proudly developing the next generation of Australian sport
Regional Academies of Sport Ltd (RAS) is the parent company of 9 Regional Academies that play a vital role in identifying, developing and empowering aspiring young Australian athletes to achieve their dreams in sport and life.
Operating traditionally in NSW, RAS expanded into South Australia in 2025 as part of our exciting active national growth strategy, which will see further expansion nationally in 2026 and beyond.
Specialising in regional talent identification and athlete development programs, the success of RAS is particularly evident with the past 3 Olympic and Paralympic Games (Paris 2024, Tokyo 2020, and Rio 2016) featuring 98 RAS Alumni athletes representing Australia across 13 sports, achieving 45 medals, including 14 gold.
We take a holistic approach to athlete development, focusing on physical and mental health and wellness.
RAS play a significant role in the recognised and endorsed high performance pathway across a large range of sport disciplines.
RAS’ role is to prepare talented young pre-elite male and female athletes for the rigours of the elite levels of their chosen sport.
RAS provide critical opportunities for young sports people to access quality support and development opportunities in an holistic environment – opportunities that would not otherwise be available.
As a part of the Australian Institute of Sport’s Winning Edge Strategy, the FTEM (Foundations | Talent | Elite | Mastery) Model was developed to identify elite pathways in Australian sport.
The Regional Academies of Sport are recognised in the FTEM model. The Academies operate in the T (Talent) section of the model, moving athletes from T1 to T4.
RAS assist young sports people overcome barriers to technical, educational and personal development by providing localised programs, access to learning resources and camps and competitions.
Regional Academy development programs have a strong and sustained record of producing sporting and community leaders across Australia.
The F.T.E.M. model was adopted by the Australian Sports Commission to define high performance pathways in Australian sports. The RAS collective are commissioned by many sports to operate in the T (Talent) section of the pathway moving athletes from T1 to T4.
Our services are designed to support the whole athlete – not just their sporting ability. Through localised programs and development opportunities, we give regional athletes access to:
Specialised Coaching & Skill Development
Technical training, tailored specifically to each athlete's sport.
Strength & Conditioning Programs
Building resilience, health and fitness, and injury prevention.
Education & Learning Resources
Covering topics such as nutrition, recovery, leadership and wellbeing.
Camps, Competitions & Events
Creating opportunities to train and compete at higher levels.
Personal Development Support
Helping athletes grow as leaders in sport and in their communities.