| With tuition in both German and English, the WTA is open to riders aged from nine years old upwards with all riding standards catered for and, with input from all National Federations, it is expected to be a truly international event.
The main objective of the WTA is to nurture and support the next generation of women Trial riders by offering an exclusive opportunity to benefit from coaching and increased exposure through structured, high-level training sessions conducted by professional coaches. Emphasis will be placed on technical, physical and mental development with the international flavour helping to strengthen the global community of riders by fostering collaboration, inspiration and motivation.
As well as passing on essential riding skills to students, FIM Head Coach Iris Oelschlegel – the FIM Women’s Trial World Champion in 2007 and a three-time FIM Women’s European Trial Champion and six-time National champion whose achievements have earned her FIM Legend status – will also use the weekend to impart her teaching techniques and knowledge to five main coaches from the DMSB to aid with their development as trainers.
Thierry Michaud, Director of the FIM Trial Commission (CTR), said: “Diversity is incredibly important in motorsport and the FIM Women’s Trial Academy is just one example of how seriously the CTR takes it. With Iris leading the experienced and talented coaching team, I am confident our latest WTA members will greatly benefit from their knowledge and combined expertise.” |
