The World Class Athlete Program (WCAP) is an incredible opportunity to represent the country you serve in top competitions around the world.
The 10th Mountain Division climbed the unclimbable. Our world-class athletes push past limits. Imagine what’s possible when you’re trained to thrive where others can’t.
Honor and tradition unite. As a Soldier-athlete, you don’t just serve your country, you represent the United States on the greatest stage. You’ll train and compete at the highest level—including the Winter and Summer Olympics or Paralympic Games—while also gaining skills and benefits for a successful and lasting career in the Army.
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To prepare our athletes for elite-level competitions, the WCAP has established training centers throughout the country that specialize in Winter and Summer Olympic and Paralympic sports.
Watch our World Class Athletes compete on the biggest stages around the world, stay up to date with results, and find out more about the team.
Talent and discipline go far, but the WCAP opens opportunities for current Soldiers and elite athletes to compete at a level they never thought possible.
Athletes must be at an elite level and eligible or become eligible to represent the USA in international competitions based on specific requirements(Opens in new window) determined by their sport.
To become a WCAP member, you must first become a Soldier. See all the careers the Army offers and what it takes to join.
Since its launch, the World Class Athlete Program has helped hundreds of Soldier-athletes achieve their athletic goals and make their Olympic dreams a reality while serving in the Army.
While the WCAP was established in 1997, the U.S. Army has been training Soldier-athletes for over 75 years.
We’re proud of our Soldier-athletes and coaches who serve and represent the U.S. at the Summer and Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games.
Not only are our Soldier-athletes competitive, but they’re among the best in their sport with a growing medal count to prove it.
Find out more about becoming a Soldier and if a career in the Army is right for you.
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