Who can join:

• Open to athletes of any sport, age __ and above from anywhere around the globe who can demonstrate an uncommon commitment and earn an investment into their development.

• Athletes, their parent/guardian, sports club coach or representative of the athlete may apply.

How to join:

• Applicants must fill out the questionnaires and submit a video application through the registration link below.

• Your video application must be 2 to 3-minutes long and should include the following:

  1. VIDEO INTRODUCTION (1 - 2mins). This is where the athlete introduces themselves and their sport to the camera and state their responses to the following questions:

  • Why do you want to train under GRIT Black?

  • What are your goals for the next 12 months?

  • What’s your training schedule like?

  • Why should you be chosen and what will this opportunity mean to you or your sport?

  • What are you willing to commit/sacrifice for this opportunity?

2. PHYSICAL MOVEMENT EVALUATION CLIP (1 min). This should feature the athlete doing all of the following drills / exercises:

    •    sprint
    •    deceleration
    •    jump
    •    single-leg stability ‍ ‍

Application Period: May 27 - June 03, 2026

What We’re Looking for :

. Commitment & Drive (35%)

You must demonstrate dedication to long-term growth, discipline, and willingness to embrace the demands of elite training.

2. Coachability & Mindset (25%)

Elite athletes know how to take feedback, make adjustments, and keep improving. We’re looking for athletes who are willing to learn and trust the process.

3. Athletic Profile & Performance Potential (20%)

Help us understand where you currently are in your athletic journey and where you could go with the right support and structure.

4. Readiness for Elite Development (10%)

We want to know how meaningful access to high-level coaching would be for your journey as an athlete.

5. Brand Representation & Character (10%)

We’re looking for athletes who genuinely embody what a GRIT athlete represents through attitude, character, communication, consistency, and leadership; someone who can inspire others through how they train, compete, and carry themselves every day.