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Level 1 Course - Newcastlewest, Limerick
Focus on the development of sports specific skills, learning the correct posture and movements of all running, jumping and throwing events.
There will be 2 evening theory sessions, followed by 2 full practical days. Both Friday evening Theory sessions will be ONLINE via ZOOM. A link to the online session will be sent the morning of the 12th and 19th of April
Theory sessions
- Friday April 12th 6-9pm - ONLINE
- Friday April 19th 6-9pm - ONLINE
2 x All Day Practical Sessions
Day 1 - April 13th - 10am-5pm - Limerick Athletics Hub, Newcastlewest, Co Limerick
Day 2 - April 20th -10am-5pm - Limerick Athletics Hub, Newcastlewest, Co Limerick
All dates must be attended to complete the course
Content:
- Developing the techniques of running, jumping and throwing.
- Understanding the effects of puberty in developing the young athlete
- Planning and conducting a training session incorporating Running, Jumping and Throwing
- Developing the mental capacities of the athlete towards fair play, discipline, confidence, concentration etc.
- Developing the fundamental skills of Running, Jumping and throwing and making them more sport specific
- Continuing the development of athletics in a fun environment
- Child Welfare and Safety in events
Entry Requirements: Level 1 is open to all those 18 years or older who have completed one of the Foundation Level courses ie : Athletics Leader course, Assistant Coach course or Endurance Running.
Assessment/ Qualification:
- Practical assessment and continuous assessment throughout the course.
- Sample training session
- Observed Practice
- Oral assessment
Cost: €105 - Included in the price for this course is a Level 1 Coaching Manual.
Course organiser : Olivia Scully Hahne
Contact: oliviascullyhahne@athleticsireland.ie
