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Alterra Performance WXC

Alterra Performance Womens XC Team: Breaking the barriers in female sport. The team that focuses on the things that matter.

Alterra Performance Womens XC Team

Breaking Barriers

Our primary goal is to break down the barriers that impact females in MTB XC and gravel, particularly those that affect performance. We had worked closely with several riders and witnessed first hand what it’s like to participate in a male-dominated sport, we also saw how removing these barriers could unlock greater potential for performance, participation, and enjoyment.

The fundamental focus of our team is listening to riders, giving them a voice, and understanding that material support alone isn’t enough to achieve high-performance. Addressing key challenges within the sport — such as pressure to master technical features, time management, nutrition to make racing an inclusive and enjoyable experience.

Belonging

At the very heart of this team we are committed to fostering a true sense of belonging within a high-performance environment. We believe that the key to sustained high performance lies in consistency, enjoyment, and the positive experiences that motivate us to return time and time again.

A team built on belonging creates the ideal foundation for high performance, where each individual feels valued and supported. The drive to train and race within the team— regardless of the outcome — cultivates a sense of commitment and passion that is essential for success.

The desire to be part of this team is what we see as crucial for long-term success and longevity in the sport through nurturing growth, resilience, and sustained high performance.

High Performing

We want our athletes to be their best selves and perform to the best of their ability. At the centre of our team are coaches Alex Rhodes and Ashley de Lotz. With extensive experience working with elite athletes, they are dedicated to constantly evolving the team’s structure.

Together, they are deeply committed to fostering a culture that listens to the riders and to challenge the traditional norms of male-led female teams, as this team is led by the riders with the male coaches as facilitators. It's a priority to listen to the riders and focus on their unique needs. This approach is something we believe many teams still overlook or fail to implement.

We see it to be a new way of thinking — one that values the individuality and input of female athletes, especially as women’s sport continues to see growth and increased investment.

It's time to create a more inclusive, rider-focused approach that leads to true progress and success.

Alterra Performance offers expert cycling and triathlon coaching based in Leatherhead, Surrey, with services extending to London and Bristol.

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