My name is Jayda Ramia, I am an 18 year old NSW representative, National Champion, and I am a dedicated Olympic weightlifter from Western Sydney. I am honoured to have been selected to attend the HRDKAW International Development Camp in Thailand in 2026, an opportunity designed to support young athletes who have demonstrated high-performance potential and aspirations of competing on the international stage.

Through balancing full time uni, training five times per week, work commitments, and study, I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to Olympic weightlifting. The discipline and dedication required to manage these responsibilities have allowed me to continually improve my performance, increase my competition totals, and progress towards my long-term goal of representing Australia at the highest level.

Having participated in a variety of sports throughout my life, I have found Olympic weightlifting to be the most impactful on both my physical and mental development. The sport has taught me resilience, adaptability, confidence, and perseverance while also providing me with a supportive community and lifelong friendships.

I am fundraising to attend the HRDKAW International Development Camp in Thailand 2026. This camp is an important step in my athletic development by providing access to high-performance coaching, international training environments, and the opportunity to train alongside athletes from different countries. The experience will help me develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence required to compete successfully at higher levels of the sport.

My goal is to continue progressing through the Australian weightlifting pathway and ultimately represent Australia on the international stage one day. The Thailand Development Camp will provide valuable exposure to elite training environments and help bridge the gap between national-level competition and future international opportunities.

Funds raised through this campaign and your donations will assist with travel, accommodation, food, training expenses, and participation costs associated with attending the camp. Any support is greatly appreciated and will help me make the most of this incredible opportunity to further my development as an athlete.

Thank you for supporting my journey.

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