Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course
This is the entry level for all Accredited Athletic Coaches. The fundamental skills of running, jumping & throwing are introduced as well as exploring how to engage athletes in long term participation and how to coach skills to beginner athletes.
This qualification is certified by the Australian Sports Commission and allows participants to be nationally accredited as a commu-nity coach which is transferable to other sports engaging in the community coach program. The course includes one day of face to face training as well as the online Beginning Coach General Principles course.
The Course is designed for those coaches who have athletes from 8-12 years. It is an introduction to athletics and does not contain in depth technical information required for coaching senior athletes. It is a one day course 8.30am-4pm.
If you require a more advanced course or if you are a Physical Education teacher you should contact John de Bes on john.debes@waathletics.org.au to discuss the Level 2 course and the possibility of Recognised Prior Learning (RPL).
The course involves participation in a number of activities so come prepared to actively participate in the program and dress appropriately for physical activity. You should also bring a water bottle, sunscreen, hat and lunch.
Prior to your participation in this course you will be required to complete the Australian Sports Commission’s “General Coaching Principles Online Course” and provide evidence that you have done so to the course organisers. The course can be found at:-
http://www.ausport.gov.au/participating/coaches/education/onlinecoach
Assessment for the course will include small groups of participants devising and implementing running, jumping or throwing activities suitable for young athletes.
Participants minimum age requirement is 16 years.
The cost of the course includes the course booklet, DVD and one year accreditation with Athletics Australia
Location: | Broome Recreational and Aquatic Centre (BRAC) |
Event Date: |
Saturday 2 November 2013
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