Applications are now open for our Weekend Warriors Program!
14 August 2024
We are excited to announce the launch of our first ever Weekend Warriors program, designed for locals in Albury Wodonga.
We know how important it is to perform at your best, and this new program is here to help you!
What is the Weekend Warriors Program?
Weekend Warriors is a program based in Albury Wodonga and designed for anyone who is active and/or engaged in competitive sport locally.
Through this program, Kirinari will offer health support over a six-month period to help you gear up for peak performance with:
1x 90-minute full body screening
Development of a high-performance sports program
3x Physiotherapy sessions
3x recovery massages
Who can apply?
If you are active and/or play a local competitive sport in Albury Wodonga and are over the age of 12, you’re eligible to apply for our Weekend Warriors program.
How many spots are available?
We have two spots open for the next six months, which will coincide with the upcoming summer sport season.
How Will Kirinari choose the winners?
To keep things fair, we’ll be drawing two names out of a hat to select the winners. Everyone has an equal chance to join this awesome program!
Don’t miss out on this chance to boost your athletic performance with Kirinari’s support.
How to apply
All you have to do is enter your information at this link by Friday 6 September 2024.
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