Any young New Zealand sportsperson preparing for a world title bid in the next 12 – 24 months.

Young, compared with the normal ages within your sport

You can be involved in any recognised New Zealand sport which has a world title or equivalent.

You must be capable of winning a world title or equivalent in the next year or two, and preparing your buildup now.

Not in your sport, that’s for your coaches etc. We train you in the off-track activity which will be crucial to your success.

Support. It’s not about getting, but showing. Pinnacle will mentor you to become a professionally-focused sports person. The material benefits, including funds and a vehicle, follow. Part of the programme shows you how to identify outside sponsors and land contracts, that’s one of the Twelve Pillars.

Tuition in professional, personal and organisational skills.

Personal development: in sport and in life

• Motivation & psychological approach to the sport overall
• Mental preparation for the event
• Competition analysis
• Risk assessment   
• Family, friends, relationships
• The price of fame

Professional career development: running your career

• Career plan
• Financial, legal, insurance

Media: 

• Reactive - how to handle media
• Proactive - running a media/communication programme

Sponsors, contracts and marketability

Public profile

Various organisations offer support of different kinds. Pinnacle will work with athletes receiving other support, providing the mentoring  in areas not covered to complete the picture. It’s like putting together a jigsaw. Pinnacle will also accept athletes not supported elsewhere.

Sports professionals, backed by Hyundai.

Nationwide. Pinnacle has Advisory Board members throughout New Zealand. Application forms are available from Hyundai Dealerships nationwide.

Collect an application form from your nearest Hyundai Dealership, or download a form from this website.