Level 1 Course - Clonmel - Feb 2nd, 3rd + 10th (COURSE IS FULL) Contact: COLIN BYRNE

Focus on the development of sports specific skills, learning the correct posture and movements of all running, jumping and throwing events.

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Event Description:

Level 1 Coaching Course, Clonmel

Feb 2nd - 6-9.30pm

Feb 3rd + Feb 10th - 10am-6pm

Clonmel Regional Sports Hub, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary

Content: (Long Jump, High Jump, Sprints, Relays, Hurdles, Shot, Discus, Javelin, Walks, Endurance, Circuit training and 8 theory elements)

Aim

The Level 1 course is focused on the learning to train stage on the LTAD pathway.
Coaches working at this stage will continue to develop the fundamental skills of the athlete.
Fun and participation are still the main aims of the course. The course focuses on the development of sports specific skills, learning the correct posture and movements of all running, jumping and throwing events.

Plus

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

Duration: 24 hours - Practical + Theory

Entry Requirements: Level 1 is open to all those 18 years or older who have completed an Athletics Leader course or an Assistant Coach course.

Cost: €100 - Included in the price for this course is a Coaching Manual.

Contact: colinbyrne@athleticsireland.ie or (087)0632326