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Be Fit. Be Well
Inspire students with a visit from a VIS athlete. Hear powerful stories of resilience and discover how sport and physical activity support wellbeing and success.
What’s included
FREE*- 1 hour
- At your school
- Victorian Government Schools only
Our athletes regularly visit Victorian Government schools for FREE thanks to School Sport Victoria.
VIS athletes inspire students through stories of resilience, determination, teamwork and more. They demonstrate how sport and physical activity positively influence wellbeing, sharing insights into the highs and lows of elite sport, staying motivated, and performing at their best. These experiences encourage students to pursue their goals with confidence and commitment across all aspects of life.
For over 30 years, Be Fit. Be Well has brought some of the world’s best athletes to Victorian students.
Product delivery
- Each visit includes a 45-minute presentation, followed by a Q&A session (1 hour total).
- Athlete may also run a short interactive activity linked to their sport.
- In-person visits available across Victoria in metropolitan, regional, and remote areas.
- Online sessions available.
- Schools are required to have a screen and audio equipment available for the athlete’s PowerPoint presentation.
Athlete speaker
- Schools will be allocated an athlete who competes in an Olympic, Paralympic or Commonwealth Games sport – each with an inspiring story to share. Many have represented Australia on the world stage, offering students an unforgettable opportunity to connect with Australia’s sporting elite.
- Please note that athlete availability depends on the athlete’s sporting commitments, and it may take some time to confirm their participation in a booking. Once an athlete has been assigned, a second confirmation email will be sent.
Cost & eligibility
Thanks to School Sport Victoria, every Victorian Government school receives one free athlete visit per calendar year. Additional visits can be booked as an Athlete Speaker session (fees apply).
I had the pleasure of sitting in on Tara Kinder’s session at GHS yesterday. The targeted group of 34 students were well and truly immersed in Tara’s story.
Geelong High School VIS swimmer, Tara Kinder, was a fantastic presenter to our sports leaders and the year 6 class who were lucky to listen to her speak. Her friendly and professional approach, along with her kindness and ability to connect with this age group, was greatly appreciated. The students thoroughly enjoyed her visit and were inspired by her journey and insights.
Harvest Home Primary School VIS Para cyclist Emma Mickle had a remarkable story. When we went back into class after her visit, we had a big chat about all those key takeaways. The session was highly engaging and really showed how resilience, teamwork, self-determination and gratitude can help you achieve your goals. Thanks Emma!
Clyde Primary School We had students from Prep to Year 9 in the group of approximately 20 students. VIS shooter, Nathan Argiro, did a great job sharing his passion for sport and fitness as well as keeping the students engaged. It was a great incursion, and we really appreciate Nathan's efforts to join us and share his passion for sport. The kids loved the clay targets!
Werrimull P-12 School We were blown away with our athlete visit! Absolutely so grateful to have had sailors Casey Imeneo and Phil Cripsey with us. The students were in awe over their stories. Casey is an incredible speaker and knew exactly how to engage her audience at all times.
Montmorency Primary School
FAQs
Is there a limit to how many students can attend?
There is no limit on the number of students who can attend. If there is a wide range of ages, the presenting athlete will do their best to tailor their presentation to ensure it is engaging and appropriate for all students.
When will I know which athlete is presenting at my school?
If your booking date is approaching soon, we will work to allocate an athlete as quickly as possible. Please allow up to two weeks for confirmation, as we need to contact multiple athletes and await their availability. For bookings scheduled well in advance, we appreciate your patience. Athletes’ schedules can change frequently, which can make it difficult to confirm availability too far ahead of time.
How can I prepare for the athlete visit?
We recommend reading about the allocated athlete in advance so students can prepare thoughtful questions. Your confirmation email will include the athlete’s name, sport, and a link to their profile on the VIS website. Ensure a screen and audio system are set up and fully operational prior to the athlete’s arrival, so the session can begin smoothly and on time.
Can I change the date and time after making a booking?
We will do our best to accommodate but changing your booking date is difficult. Our athletes have very busy schedules, and once your booking is submitted, we soon begin contacting athletes to secure their availability. We kindly ask that you are confident in your selected date and time before confirming your booking.
Be Fit. Be Well
Inspire students with a visit from a VIS athlete. Hear powerful stories of resilience and discover how sport and physical activity support wellbeing and success.
Meet our athlete speakers
Jack Howell
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Zali Ward
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Tara Kinder
Swimming
Timeo Tournier
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Tinka Easton
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Gabriella Blewitt
Taekwondo
Stacey Hymer
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Shae Graham
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