BCITO

SPORTS

The trades are a strong career option for athletes, as the industry suits those who are physically fit, disciplined, focused, and team oriented. BCITO Sports builds on this with a customised programme enabling athletes to build a long-term career in the trades.

BCITO Sports

PROVIDES

Career pathways

Helping retiring athletes transition into new careers.

Professional development

Offering clubs and associations tools to build and retain their numbers.

Apprenticeship opportunities

Connecting school leavers with apprenticeships through their sports clubs and schools.

Trade-positive attitudes

Encouraging apprentices to bring valuable skills from sports into their trades, including teamwork, motivation, personal health knowledge, and a drive for success.

How we can support you on an individual basis

Get in touch and let us help you find a way we can design a programme to your specific needs.

Email sports@bcito.org.nz

PLAYER STORIES

Watch & listen to others who have apprenticeships in the trades, whilst competing in their respective sports.

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Shot Put

Tom Walsh

Olympic Shot Putter and Qualified Builder. Hear Tom’s journey as he came up through the ranks of his sport to the international stage, while having a qualified career to back him up. Learn how he leveraged skills from both disciplines to excel in his sport and profession.

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Rugby

Frank Lochore

The Hawkes Bay Magpies and overseas’ club back rower, and BCITO Qualified Carpenter. Hear Frank’s journey as a sportsman navigating competitive rugby and a career in the trades, supported by his employer and training provider.

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Rugby

Tanita Garnett

The Tasman Mako player and BCITO Joinery apprentice. Hear Tanita’s story as she manages her joinery apprenticeship around her rugby training and games, passionately supported by her employer and coach.

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Muay Thai

Callum Sanders

Muay Thai competitor and BCITO Painting and Decorating apprentice. Hear Callum talk about why having a trade and developing a career is the perfect match to his sport, securing him and his family’s future.

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Cricket

Liam Robinson

Cricket and rugby player Liam, who is also a BCITO-qualified carpenter, discusses with his employer the benefits of having a sportsperson and tradesperson combined in one individual, both on-site and on the field.

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Sailing

Zach Stibbe

I’ve always enjoyed woodwork, so becoming a builder seemed like a natural fit. I also spoke to another Olympic sailor, Issac McHardie, who’s also doing a BCITO apprenticeship, and he’s been a great mentor.

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The trades have always been a strong career option for those with a background in sport. The industry works well for people who are physically fit, personally disciplined, focused and used to working in a team environment.

A customised programme for athletes at all levels that enables you to build a long-term career in the trades.

sports@bcito.org.nz

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