Trent Athletics will once again be hosting National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) coaching courses this fall. Competition: Introduction Part A course will run in October and Competition: Introduction Part B will be held in November. All courses will be held at the Trent Community Sport & Recreation Centre (TCSRC).

The courses, which are suitable for coaches in sports at all competitive levels and all ages, are open to all coaches and interested members of the community.

Competition Intro A
Introduction to Competition A helps coaches understand why athletes participate in sport and prepares them to teach skills and to design a safe, enjoyable and challenging practice. Course modules include Making Ethical Decisions, Planning a Practice and Nutrition.

Dates and Times:

Friday, October 28, 2011 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm AND Saturday, October 29, 2011 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Cost: $110/person + HST (includes materials)

Competition Intro B
Introduction to Competition B introduces coaches to the needs of developing athletes preparing for competition. Goal setting, physical training and skill analysis techniques are emphasized as coaches plan a season of competition. The focus of the Introduction to Competition B course is the design of a seasonal plan.

Dates and Times:

Friday, November 25, 2011 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm AND Saturday, November 26, 2011 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Cost: $110/person + HST (includes materials)

Both courses will be taught by instructor Mary Stever.

Registration is now open!

Register online on the Trent Athletics website. Click the "Register Now" button on the Athletics main page, choose the "Programs" tab at the top and select “Coaching” from the list on the left hand side.

Register In person at the TCSRC any time Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

If you require more information, please contact billbyrick@trentu.ca or visit the NCCP website.

Previous coach training is not required.