LEAP is a purpose-built programme that provides accelerated learning for future leaders through developing leadership skills, building business management capability, and receiving on-going coaching.

The programme covers the fundamentals that sport leaders need to succeed. It combines practical sessions with an impressive network of experts delivering bespoke content that is backed up with ongoing support and mentoring.

LEAP provides a unique opportunity for participants to become better leaders, to grow the positive impact they have on their organisation and to start a leadership legacy in sport in New Zealand.

Who is LEAP for?

LEAP is designed for leaders / senior managers that report to the Chief Executive or General Manager and CEOs of small organisations that report to the Board Chair of a sport organisation.

Entry to the programme is by application to ensure the right mix of participants for each intake.

LEAP is currently only available to those working in the sport sector.

How does LEAP work?

LEAP is a sport leadership programme designed and delivered by sport leaders for sport leaders. It is built on effective leadership and management theory and practice. Most importantly – all programme content is tailored to specifically meet the needs of participants and to be practically applied.

What does LEAP cover?

What will participants gain?

Testimonials from past LEAP participants

"The LEAP content is well thought out and full of practical tools. Jamie and Joe genuinely care about your growth, and leave you with a clear plan on how to step up and perform at a higher level" Peter Kadar, Performance Operations Manager, Triathlon NZ

"I can’t speak highly enough of my LEAP experience with Jamie and Joe. Both are passionate about giving back to the sector and the knowledge they impart, and the manner in which it was delivered, has really helped me greatly on my leadership journey." Steven Upfold, Chief Executive, Volleyball NZ

"LEAP was the best commitment I could have made to improve my growth and learning as a leader. My confidence in my abilities as a leader have skyrocketed" Tamara Hill, Marketing Manager, Touch NZ

"I came away from LEAP energised, more confident in my leadership style and with a kete full of tools that I could implement immediately within my organisation" Sue Smith, General Manager, Sport Hawke's Bay

“LEAP has been a game changer for me on my leadership journey. It provided me with the tools and mindset to make some immediate changes to be able to lead myself and my team more effectively, but more importantly provided some direction on how I can continue my development as a leader. Jamie and Joe really went the extra mile to understand us as individuals and this allowed them the ability to provide highly personalised (and accurate) feedback and feedforward which has been invaluable. Highly recommend!!” Dean Roulston, HAL Regional Lead, Sport Canterbury

How to apply for LEAP

Entry into the programme is by application, and participant mix is carefully considered to ensure each cohort is operating at a suitable level for this experience.

The investment for participating in the LEAP programme is $6,950 NZD + GST per participant.

The investment covers:

The full programme
Leadership needs analysis
A personalised professional development plan
All tuition, accommodation, meals and activities involved in the two residentials (six days total)
Executive one on one coaching
Check-in sessions with the CEO of each participant
Comprehensive leadership playbook that covers all content, activities and is a fantastic reference resource

We are now accepting applications for our second LEAP intake for 2024

Please note that our second intake dates are set for:

Residential One: Tuesday 23rd July to Thursday 25th July in Auckland.
Residential Two: Tuesday 15th October to Thursday 17th October in Auckland.