LAPS (Little Athletics Program for Schools) Coach

Expression of Interest

Little Athletics NSW is seeking accredited coaches to work within the Little Athletics Program for Schools (LAPS).

What is LAPS?

LAPS coaching involves conducting practical athletics sessions for classes of school children during school hours. Most LAPS sessions are conducted at primary schools.

A typical LAPS coaching session will last between 30-60 minutes and involve a class of up to thirty students. Multiple sessions may be conducted at a school throughout a day. One event is usually coached per session. The events offered to schools include sprints, relays, long jump, high jump, shot put, discus, and sometimes hurdles.

Pre-requisites

The minimum requirements are:

• A current Level 1 Community Athletics Coach accreditation
• A working with children check number for paid work
• A drivers licence and access to a car

Payment

Payment for LAPS coaching begins at $30 per hour for a minimum of 3 hours.

An amount for travel expenses is also included where relevant.

Equipment

Supplied by Little Athletics NSW.

Application

An aspiring LAPS coach can apply to work within the program by completing this LAPS Expression of Interest.

Additional training and development will be offered according to the needs of each individual coach.

For more information, call Darren Wensor (Little Athletics NSW Head of Coach & Volunteer Development) on 02 9633 4511 (Ext 108) or email dwensor@lansw.com.au.