Durham Institute of Sport - Coach Support Scheme

Thursday 13 November 2014

Durham Institute of Sport Coach Support Scheme

I am pleased to announce that applications are now open for the Durham Institute of Sport Coach Support Scheme.

The Durham Institute of Sport Coach Support Scheme aims to further develop those coaches working with athletes on NGB performance pathways.

Support services

The range of support services available to coaches will include:

  •          One-to-one strength and conditioning coach visit
  •          Video analysis of a coaching session with feedback from a high performance coach
  •          A series of coach education workshops on offer including:
    •   What does a good performance coach look like?
    •   Strength and conditioning
    •   Nutrition and ergogenic aids
    •   Performance psychology
    •   Injury prevention
    •   Performance analysis and measures
    •   Periodization and planning

Eligibility criteria

The coach support scheme aims to provide opportunities for male and female coaches, including those with disabilities, who satisfy the following criteria:

  •          You’re over 18 years of age
  •          You hold a minimum of one Level 2 National Governing Body (NGB) qualification
  •          You currently coach athletes on NGB Performance Pathways – i.e. athletes performing at County, Regional or National level
  •          Coach or live within the County Durham boundaries
  •          You are able to fulfil the requirements of the Programme (as detailed in the Application Form attached)

 

You must also be willing and able to:

  •          Demonstrate a willingness to use your new skills to help develop two other coaches within your club environment
  •          Demonstrate how your coaching impacts positively on those athletes involved on NGB performance pathways
  •          Demonstrate a willingness to improve your coaching skills and knowledge
  •          Be willing to contribute to the DIS Coach Support Programme evaluation

How to apply

To apply for the coach support scheme, please complete the attached coach application form and return it to:

Email:    dis@durham.gov.uk

 Closing date for applications is Monday 5TH December

Durham Institute of Sport is delivered in partnership by Durham County Council, County Durham Sport, Durham University and Leisureworks.  For Further details email dis@durham.gov.uk  or go to www.durham.gov.uk/dis . 

 

 
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