Assistant Coach Course Longford 2026
Introduction to coaching in 3 key event areas, Running (Sprints and Endurance), Jumping (Long Jump) and Throwing (Shot Putt).
VENUE –Longford Indoor Facility,
Date - Jan 13 & 20, 2026 1000 to 1400
Price - €90.00
Course Aim
The aim of the assistant coach course is to give some basic skills to the beginner coach 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.
For more information contact
Conor Wilson. Coach Education Manager. conorwilson@athleticsireland.ie · 086 032 9578
