The Esperance District Recreation Association (EDRA) is an affiliation based peak body for sporting and recreation clubs in Esperance. EDRA’s is your combined voice for sport and recreation in Esperance and surrounding districts.
EDRA Membership
Clubs & Associations that affiliate to EDRA are eligible to nominate individual athletes, teams and volunteers for the Sports Star of the Year Awards, the Junior Travel Trust Fund, and the Esperance Talent Development Centre.
If you would like more information on how EDRA can assist your club or association or would like to join EDRA please contact the President Natasha Woodhouse edraesperance@gmail.com
Esperance Talent Development Centre
The Esperance Talent Development Centre (ETDC) forms part of the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) Regional Athlete Support Program (RASP) which – on the local level – is overseen by EDRA.
The aim of the Centre is to provide opportunities for the development of talented athletes, aged 13-21, who would fall into the categories T1 - T3 using the Australian Institute of Sport’s (AIS) “FTEM” assessment scale. Essentially this means the athletes will have displayed a degree of talent and also a desire to develop their performance capabilities.
The Centre coordinates a range of strategies including education on topics such as nutrition, fitness and conditioning and mental health.
Athletes wanting to improve their physical capabilities can also receive assistance with identifying their area(s) of need and with accessing programs to develop their performance.
Assistance is also available to people who want to develop their knowledge and skills as coaches and/or officials.
The Program is currently coordinated by Nicholas Crane, who can be contacted on the below details:
nicholas@inmotionesperance.com.au
0417406851
Talent Development Scholarships
Applications for the Talent Development Scholarship are now open. Applications are due 28 March 2025.
Scholarship Criteria
- Achieved success in your chosen sport
- Represented your sport at a higher level outside of Esperance
- Have support of the SSA or regional association of your sport
- You are fully committed to attending all aspects of the program
Application Form
EDRA Funding Opportunities
EDRA is responsible for administering Junior Travel Trust Fund
The Junior Travel Trust Fund was established to offset the costs associated with attending training sessions and competitions for individuals who have been selected for State Country, State or National teams in their chosen sport. The fund is open to eligible athletes, who are aged 18 years or under, to subsidise the cost of flights, petrol and accommodation.
For more information contact Natasha Woodhouse edraesperance@gmail.com
EDRA is responsible for administering Junior Travel Trust Fund
Sports Star Awards
The Annual Sports Star Awards is a celebration of sport, recognising excellence across all sports in Esperance in five categories:
- Sports Star of the Year Award
- Veteran Sports Star of the Year Award
- Junior Sports Star of the Year Award
- Volunteer Service to Sport Award
- Sports Team of the Year Award
Sport Star 2025 date to be confirmed.
For more information contact Natasha Woodhouse edraesperance@gmail.com
EDRA is responsible for administering Junior Travel Trust Fund