UK Athletics Children’s Coach Award

 

England Athletics have now launched the CHILDREN’S COACH qualification which is the progression from the Coaching Assistant (or previous level 1).   We have now got a flyer for anyone who may be interested in the course and have minimum of one per region coming up from Sept.  Please book on to avoid missing out and if you have any queries please get in touch and I will assist where I can.

Philosophy

Young children should develop athleticism in an environment that is child-centred; safe, enjoyable, inclusive, well organised, with activities that are appropriate to their developmental stage and needs and that will enhance their overall health and well-being. UKA Children’s Coaches should engage children in fun activities that have the clear purpose of developing techniques and skills, primarily within a multi-skill and multi-event environment. Children should be motivated in athletics by actively participating in developmentally appropriate challenges that are structured to make use of competition in an effective and balanced manner

Aim of the Award

On successful completion of the award, coaches should be able to plan, deliver and review a coaching programme for children that:

·         develops fundamental, athletic movement skills suitable for children aged 8 to 12 years old
·         provides engaging and enjoyable activities
·         maximises involvement
·         is more focused on long-term development than short-term performance

Programme – 3 days input + 1 day assessment

Cost - £325 affiliated cost ( £365 for all others)

We are looking for people to become Children’s Coaches who:

·         are at least 18 years of age
·         can demonstrate some coaching experience eg minimum of 3 months as a Coaching Assistant Ideally this experience should be in working with children in the 8-12 years age range.

It is useful for potential candidates to consider to what extent they:

*work within, or have access to, a club or school with children who have ‘signed up’ to a programme or sessions where they can develop running, jumping and  throwing skills *have access to the minimum facilities and equipment for the duration of the programme: eg a large, well lit, safe indoor or outdoor area in the summer /sports hall?  Do they have access to: mats, cones, ladders, mini hurdles, variety of throwing implements? * 

Pre-requisites

Coaches are required to:

·         sign up to UKAs’ terms & conditions of being a Coach
·         provide a passport photograph and payment
·         have had the appropriate police records check
·         Hold a Level 1 or Coaching Assistant license and 3 months operational experience in the role
·         complete specific pre-course study

Award Content

Athletics Specific

1.      Running, jumping, throwing development
2.       Activities – purpose, value and role / function
3.       Specific athletic tools / resources that can help them and guidance on how to use e.g. how to assess
child’s achievements / progress
4.       Role and responsibility of a UKA Children’s Coach and how deployed
5.       Relevance of technical information at this level
6.       Principles of warm up and cool down – stretching
7.       UKA Athlete Development Model
8.       Participation / competition balance and how to use competitions to the best effect
9.       Personal development opportunities and how to access CPD

Coaching Process and Child Development

1.      Child growth / development – as it relates to athlete development and coaching
2.       The coaching process: plan, do, review
3.       Planning and programming
4.       Balance, coordination, agility, speed
5.       Key health messages
a.       Active lifestyle
b.      Positive youth development (5 C’s)
6.       How children learn best
7.       Skill acquisition and development
8.       Promote positive behaviour and development
9.       Motivation
10.   Health and safety and risks: assess and monitor
11.   Equality, inclusion & differentiation
12.   Coaching methods – tell, ask, show, peer coaching, set up and stand back
13.   Reasons for children’s participation in sport and athletics
14.   Appropriate language

I have attached an application form for your assistance and if you are concerned over places please contact me.

Many thanks

Debbie Beresford
Education Coordinator
England Athletics – North
Eastlands (Formally Sportcity), Gate 13 Rowsley Street, Manchester, M11 3FF

M: 07920 532552
Email: dberesford@englandathletics.org
www.englandathletics.org

 

 

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Education & Training Coach Licence Application here

Coaching and Leadership Courses information poster.

North Area Coaching Courses 2011 Course flyer here

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The Foundation can help with course costs for coaches who agree to volunteer some time within their club, local school or community organisation. By becoming a member of the Foundation you will receive great support and networking opportunities.  So please look into this as it may help you.  

http://www.tonyblairsportsfoundation.org/sports/pages/athletics/