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Assistant Coach – Tullamore, Offaly
Introduction to coaching 3 key event areas, Running (Sprints and Endurance), Jumping (Long Jump) and Throwing (Shot Putt).
VENUE – Tullamore Harriers Track, Tullamore, Offaly
Tues 14th May and Weds 15th May 10am approx
Price - €70.00
Course Aim
The aim of the assistant coach course is to prepare new coaches with fundamental skills to help assist a more senior coach in the delivery of coaching sessions to young athletes. It is an introduction to coaching in three key event areas, Running (Sprints and Endurance), Jumping (Long Jump) and Throwing (Shot Putt).
Course Content includes:
- group coaching skills and identifying ways to make coaching sessions fun
- Fun and functional warm ups and cool downs
- Safety in Athletics, including Child Welfare
- Rules of key events
- Communicating with young athletes and giving effective feedback.
- Basic Running skills
- Basic Long Jump Skills
- Basic Shot Putt skills
Full Content - http://www.athleticsireland.ie/coaching/coach-education/assistant-coach/
Entry Requirements: The Assistant Coach Course is open to all those 16 years or over.
Assessment/ Qualification: There is no exam.
