Sport
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Clubs and Programs
For students who want to take their sport further, Velora's extra-curricular sporting clubs and programs offer expert coaching, strong competition and a true sense of community.
Hockey
Rowing
Basketball
Hockey
The Velora Hockey Program welcomes students of all skill levels, providing opportunities to develop confidence, teamwork, and competitive excellence in a supportive environment. Through structured coaching sessions, students build strong technical skills, tactical awareness, fitness, and sportsmanship while enjoying the excitement of the game.
Philosophy
Participation for All
Velora believes in active participation for all. Every student is supported to find a sport she enjoys, from social house events to elite competitive pathways. The emphasis is on belonging, health and the pursuit of excellence, all within a culture of teamwork and respect.
Our programs aim to build confidence and lifelong healthy habits, encouraging students to value fitness, fair play and perseverance.
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Performance
Elite Pathways
For students who wish to pursue sport at a higher level, Velora offers structured pathways that support both performance and wellbeing. Talented athletes are encouraged to develop their skills through advanced coaching, competitive opportunities and access to high-quality training facilities, including the School’s gym and specialist fitness spaces.
Just as importantly, Velora takes a holistic approach to elite sport. Students are supported to manage training commitments alongside their academic responsibilities, with guidance around health, recovery and balance. Coaches and sporting leaders work closely with students to provide individual support, helping each athlete progress with confidence while remaining engaged, healthy and connected to school life.
How Sport Works at Velora
Velora's sports program is structured to support students at every stage of their schooling. Explore how sport develops in the Junior and Senior School and view the range of sports offered throughout the year.
Junior School (Prep-6)
From the earliest years, Velora students develop confidence and coordination through fun, inclusive activities. Junior students take part in House competitions, intra-school games and interschool carnivals throughout the year.Velora is a member of both School Sport Victoria (SSV) and Girls Sport Victoria (GSV), giving students opportunities to participate in swimming, athletics, cross country, netball, basketball, AFL and soccer.The focus is on participation and enjoyment, helping every child build resilience, teamwork and a lifelong love of being active.
Senior School (Y 7-12)
Velora is a proud member of Girls Sport Victoria (GSV), providing students with opportunities to represent their school in weekly inter-school competitions, major carnivals and championship events against 23 other schools in Melbourne. In addition to weekly fixtures, GSV hosts major carnivals in Swimming and Diving, Cross Country and Track and Field, plus special events such as Triathlon and Golf. Students are encouraged to try new sports, compete with pride and enjoy the friendships formed through team participation.
Senior GSV sports:
Senior GSV Sport at Velora provides students with the opportunity to represent the school across a wide range of competitive team and individual sports. Students develop teamwork, resilience, leadership, and sportsmanship while competing in Tennis, Softball, Netball, Hockey, AFL, Volleyball, Badminton, Soccer, Basketball, and Cricket throughout the season.
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Confidence through movement
Sport is for Every Student
Whether she’s a first-time player or a seasoned competitor, every student at Velora is encouraged to discover the joy of movement, the value of teamwork, and the confidence that comes from achieving her personal best.
Sport and physical activity are integral to wellbeing at Velora. Through participation in sport, girls learn leadership, resilience, commitment and camaraderie, skills that stay with them for life.
Frequently asked questions
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At Velora School, education extends beyond the classroom. We cultivate a culture of innovation, kindness, resilience, and lifelong learning, where every student is encouraged to discover their strengths, challenge themselves, and thrive in an ever-changing world.