Ontario Track Academy

The Ontario Track Academy is a high performance training program for athletes identified as having potential to represent Canada internationally in the next 1-3 years.  Targeted athletes will typically fall between the ages of 15-19 (some exceptions considered on a case by case basis) with the primary focus being on athletes tracking towards junior (U19) World Championship selection.  

The program runs from October – April under the direction of Ontario Provincial Track Coach, David Jack, and Ontario Cycling Sport Science Lead, Kevin Iwasa-Madge [through partnership with the Canadian Sport Institute Ontario].  Athletes train 1-2/week on-track with supervised strength session and other sport science services.  

Program Objectives 
·       To bring Ontario’s strongest track athletes together to create a training environment that facilitates healthy competition and athlete growth

·       To provide athletes with regular access to a world class velodrome and structured training under the direction of certified and experienced coaches 

·       To provide athletes with off-bike training and support through sport science services including developing healthy habits for optimal performance
 
·       To qualify Ontario athletes to represent Team Canada internationally at major track events including World Championships and Nations Cups.
 
Anyone interested learning more about the program is asked to contact Michael Suraci, Sport Performance Director.