Perth Heat Academy

Structured Development. Professional Standards. Clear Pathways.

Registrations Now Open
Launching Term 2, 2026 | Limited Intake Per Age Group

The Future of WA Baseball Starts With Stronger Foundations

Western Australia has a proud baseball culture, built through strong local clubs and dedicated volunteers.

Yet between club competition and representative programs, development is not always consistent. Exposure to structured progression, measurable feedback and professional standards can come late, or not at all.

The Perth Heat Academy has been created to provide a clearer development pathway. It offers young athletes access to structured coaching aligned to the methodology and expectations of the Perth Heat, without the pressure or stigma often attached to “high performance.”

This is not about accelerating children into elite sport. It is about establishing better habits earlier, building confidence through clarity, and supporting long-term growth in the right environment.

Program Overview

Launch: Term 2, 2026
Duration: Terms 2–4
Format: Weekly structured sessions, delivered by Perth Heat coaches

With the support of Baseball WA, the Academy operates as a structured youth development program, allowing athletes to balance club baseball, school commitments and other sports while progressing within a professional framework.

Age Groups

U12 (starting from age 9)
U13
U14

Limited positions are available in each intake to maintain coaching quality and appropriate athlete-to-coach ratios.

Delivered Across Perth

Academy hubs are planned across:

Northern suburbs
Rockingham Baseball Club
NSR Hire Ballpark

Final hub locations will be confirmed following the Registration phase and are subject to participation numbers.

This delivery model improves accessibility for families while aligning development standards across metropolitan Perth.

Multi-Sport Philosophy

The Perth Heat Academy actively encourages multi-sport participation. Well-rounded athletes develop more completely, reduce injury risk and build stronger long-term performance capacity.

The Academy is designed to complement winter sports, not compete with them.

What Athletes Receive

The Academy integrates technical development, baseball IQ progression and athletic foundations within a professional framework.

Athletes will receive:

Technical Skill Development

Structured skill progression
Position-specific instruction
Modern coaching methodology

Baseball IQ & Game Awareness

Decision-making development
Situational understanding
Tactical education

Athletic Foundations

Movement quality and coordination
Injury risk reduction principles
Multi-sport balance and athletic literacy

Individual Progress Tracking

Clear development benchmarks
Ongoing assessment
Structured feedback provided to families

Program Inclusions

Weekly skills sessions – 2-hour sessions each week covering baseball-specific skills, game approach, and strength & conditioning foundations.
End-of-term scrimmage day – Competitive games against other state/regional academies.
Total Health monitoring – Supported by the Perth Heat High Performance team, including a GP, physiotherapist, dietician, psychologist, and strength & conditioning coach / exercise physiologist.
All-Star subscription to The Perth Heat Way (valued at $129) – Includes monthly development tips, group leaderboards, pre- and late-season injury risk assessments, reports and exercise programs, full training curriculum, live weekly coaching Q&A sessions (plus recordings), monthly webinars with MLB pipeline personnel, and mentorship check-ins.
Targeted training programs – Designed to give players the technical, tactical and physical tools required to compete and understand the game at a higher level.
Gateway to Baseball WA exposure – The program is endorsed by Baseball WA and complements existing high-performance pathways.
Priority consideration for Perth Heat tournament teams – Academy players will be first considered for tournament teams competing in the January Perth Heat tournament.
MLB Spring Training tour opportunity – As part of the pathway, a touring team may be selected from tournament squads to visit the Cleveland Guardians and Cincinnati Reds Spring Training facilities in Arizona.
MLB affiliate exposure – Educational discussions and webinars with current MLB pipeline personnel.
Academy uniform – Players receive an official Perth Heat Academy shirt, cap and hoodie.

Why the Perth Heat Are Investing in This

The Academy is not just a program, it is a strategic investment in the future of baseball in WA.

It allows the Heat to:

Strengthen alignment with grassroots baseball across WA
Provide consistency in methodology across the state
Identify and nurture talent early, in a healthy way
Build stronger connection between families and the Heat brand
Expand the baseball community and long-term participation base

We are trying to build better athletes, better teammates and better young people.

Investment

Terms 2–4
Weekly structured sessions
$1,600 annually or $650 per term

Registrations Now Open!

Secure Your Spot Now

Coaches Wanted

We are currently seeking coaches to support the delivery of the Perth Heat Academy across multiple locations.
If you’re passionate about youth development, learn more about the opportunity here or submit your Expression of Interest to join the coaching team.

FAQs

Who is the Academy for?

The Academy is designed for motivated players aged 9–14 who want to improve their skills, understanding of the game and overall athletic development.

It is not limited to “elite” players. The focus is on building strong fundamentals, confidence and long-term development using Perth Heat coaching expertise and high-performance systems, and having fun while doing it!

What days and times will weekly sessions take place?

Session days and times will be confirmed once registrations are finalised.

We are currently taking registrations to determine participation numbers, preferred locations and scheduling. This allows us to build a structured program that works for the majority of families.

If we are unable to find a suitable alignment for your athlete, a full refund will be provided.

Where will the sessions be held?

Locations will be confirmed following the registration period. The southern hub will be the Rockingham Baseball Club.

We are planning to operate across multiple Perth locations (including northern suburbs and NSR Hire Ballpark), however final venues will be based on registration demand to ensure accessibility and quality delivery.

What if my athlete has other winter sport commitments?

The Perth Heat Academy actively encourages multi-sport participation. Well-rounded athletes develop stronger movement patterns, reduce injury risk and build greater long-term performance capacity.

The program is designed to complement winter sports and scheduling will reflect this where possible.

How does the Academy operate during Term 4?

Term 4 shifts to a more strength and conditioning-focused model, while still maintaining baseball-specific elements. This approach is designed to support athletes during the club season, working around game and training commitments while continuing to build athletic foundations and durability.

What level of experience is required?

Players should have a basic understanding of baseball through tee ball or club participation.

The program is designed to support a range of ability levels, with structured progression to help each athlete develop at the right pace.

How many sessions are included?

The program runs across Terms 2–4 and includes weekly structured sessions, alongside additional development opportunities such as scrimmage days and ongoing performance support.