Southwest High-Performance Academy

Southwest High-Performance Academy

Developing Athletes for Success. In Sports and in Life.

SHPA is more than an athletic program — it’s a philosophy of excellence that shapes athletes for success in every sport and offers a clear pathway to professional Rugby and American Football.
Forge Your Future

Our Philosophy

At SHPA, we develop the complete athlete by combining physical mastery, mental fortitude, and strength of character.

 

Physical Mastery

Elite, science-based training designed to maximize athletic performance across all sports.

Mental Fortitude

Building resilience, discipline, and a true high-performance mindset.
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Strength of Character

Fostering leadership and community through our “Try-fecta Approach” and “PACK Mentality.”

Elite Training

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Meet Our training partners

Wayne Taylor

  • IRANZ Managing Director & Head Of Performance
  • Head Of Athletic Performance Rugby
    • Romania – 2023
    • SA Rugby, Pro 14, Isuzu Southern Kings – 2019
    • Japan Rugby Football Union – 2016
    • Sunwolves Super Rugby – 2016
  • High Performance Coordinator
    • Honda Heat Rugby, Japan – 2015/2016
    • Lions Super Rugby – 2010-2012
  • High Performance, Team Building And Leadership, IRANZ
    • 2003-2009
  • Strength & Conditioning Coach / Medical Team Coordinator
    • Tasman Makos – 2006-2008
    • NZ U21 Team – 2005-2007
    • NZ Blackferns Team – 2004

Nehe Milner-Skudder

  • Played for: Maori All Blacks, Hurricanes, Highlanders, Toulon (France)
  • Positional Specialist, IRANZ | World XV Representative

Mark Hammett

  • Head Coach: Hurricanes | Assistant
  • Coach: Crusaders, Highlanders
  • Resource Coach, IRANZ | Global Rugby Consultant

Featured Event

Featured Event: The Inaugural IRANZ High-Performance Camp

Glendale, AZ | December 17-21, 2025. Featuring world-class coaching from the International Rugby Academy of New Zealand.

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