27/09/2017. Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course. Coach Pathways. International Association of Athletics Federations

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1 Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course Coach Pathways Version 14 July 17 Athletics Australia 2015 International Association of Athletics Federations Commitment to world-wide development of athletics Focus on: Culture Member Federation Activities and Administration Coaching Officiating Athletes Services Competitions Facilities and Equipment Scientific and Medical Support. Australian Athletic Organisations Athletics Australia Runs National events and selects teams for International events Administers Elite Athletic programs and Development Squads Registers all Accredited Athletic Coaches and is responsible for the Athletics Coach Accreditation Framework. 1

The Coaching Portal Athletics Australia provides a Coaching Portal which allows

State Member Associations Register Athletes at State level with Athletics Clubs and

teams that travel to National events Facilitate Development Squads All Accredited

2 The Coaching Portal Athletics Australia provides a Coaching Portal which allows coaches to: Athletics Coach Magazine (Quarterly) Australian Athletic Organisations State Member Associations Register Athletes at State level with Athletics Clubs and Running Clubs Run State events and specialist events and arrange State representative teams that travel to National events Facilitate Development Squads All Accredited Athletics Coaches are registered with the Member Association in the state in which the coach resides. 2

3 Australian Athletic Organisations Little Athletics Associations Register Little Athletes age 5+ at State level with local Little Athletics Centres Run regional and State events for Little Athletes including Cross Country, Relays, Multi-Event and Track and Field. Role of Level 1 Community Athletics Coach The role of a Level 1 Community Athletics Coach: Is to be an Assistant Coach and to deliver training of fundamental movement skills. Opportunities for Level 1 Community Athletics Coaches Coaching in Schools Coaching Squads Coaching in Athletics Clubs and Little Athletic Centres. 3

4 The Accredited Coaching Framework Level 1 Community Athletics Coach 1 day course Pre course - ASC Community Coaching General Principles on line module & Play By the Rules Child Protection on line module Accredited Level 2 by Intermediate Australian Sports Club Coach Commission 2 day course Pre course ASC Play by the Rules Harassment & Discrimination on line module Post course - Training Session Level 2 Advanced Event Group Specific Coach 2 day course Pre Course Worksheets Post Course Worksheets and Training Program Level 3 Event Group Specific Coach (IAAF) Introduction to Performance Coaching 8 day course Level 4 Event Group Specific Senior Coach (IAAF) Development of Performance Coaching 8 day course Level 5 Academy Coach (IAAF) Education Pathway for Recreational Running Coaches Level 1 Recreational Run Leader 1 day course Pre course - ASC Community Coaching General Principles on line module & Play By the Rules Child Protection on line module Level 2 Intermediate Recreational Running 1 day course Pre course ASC Play by the Rules Harassment & Discrimination on line module Post course - Training Session Fitness Australia 7 CEC points Level 2 Advanced Event Group Specific Recreational Running 2 day course Pre Course Worksheets Post Course Worksheets and Training Program Education Pathway for Accredited Coaches working in the Australian Sports Commission s Sporting Schools Space All Accredited Athletics Coaches are eligible to attend the IAAF Kids Athletics Coach Course and the Athletics Australia Active Aths Course IAAF Kids Athletics Coach Program for Primary School Years Foundation Year 6 4 hour course or on line Active Aths Coach Program for Secondary School Years 7 & 8 Course being developed. 4

5 Resources The American Academy Sandringham Little Athletics My Hours on the App Store on itunes itunes.apple.com Lindeman on elearning Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course Introduction to Training Beginning Athletes Version 13 June Athletics Australia 2015 Training Principles for Beginning Athletes FISH 5

6 Fun Inclusive Safe Good coaching practices to reduce risk Plan all coaching sessions Ensure participants warm up prior to activity Clearly establish the rules for behaviour and activities Adapt activities for environmental conditions. Understand and follow child protection guidelines When pairing up participants consider matching on size or strength in preference to age Ensure the safety of playing areas, facilities and equipment 6

7 High Involvement Training Activities Should be easy to organise Simple brief instructions Participants quickly engaged in being active. Focus on and Establish the ABCs Agility Balance Coordination. 7

Training Progression The-gmb-method-key-values-6-638 Modified Equipment Makes

established without official equipment Brightly colored equipment is enticing.

8 Training Progression The-gmb-method-key-values Modified Equipment Makes activities more accessible to more children Movement patterns can be practiced and established without official equipment Brightly colored equipment is enticing. Training Principles Run Jump and Throw Experiential learning Participants do Coaches facilitate doing. 8

9 Holistic Approach to Training Physical Social Emotional. Small group discussion The Age Newspaper Saturday June A junior football coach has received a huge match ban for repeatedly hurling obscenities at two children playing in an opposition team. It is alleged that (the coach) swore at two girls playing in an under 14s match where he was part of the coaching team. References Athletics Stars inspire future generations Embrace Nestle/IAAF Kids Athletics Mrs R s Class Blog missbclassblog.blogspot.com Kids-Athletics-Homenetmen flalb.org Kids Athletics Pack DC

10 References the-gmb-method-key-values Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Introduction to Warm Up Version 6 July 2017 Athletics Australia 2017 Purpose of Warm up Increase body temperature Increase blood flow to muscles Prepare body and mind Increase heart rate Help to prevent injury. 10

11 Purpose of Warm up Actively engage with participants. Warm Up Progressions Walking to skipping to running Activities in a forward motion before undertaking backward or lateral movements Prepare the body for the training session to follow. Undertake Activities That Help to Develop Agility Balance Coordination Consider including variety of fun, engaging, game based activities. 11

Warm up Session Practical Session References http://yourcliftonpark.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2015/04/ycp_may1_track2.jpg http://www.pyroenergen.com/articles/backward-running.htm https://www.

12 Warm up Session Practical Session References Cooldown Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course Unit 3: Long Term Athlete participation Long Term Athlete Participation Version 19 June 2017 Athletics Australia

Why People Participate in Sport is Complex People have many reasons for getting involved Write down what you believe to be the factors that motivate the age group which you coach.

13 Why People Participate in Sport is Complex People have many reasons for getting involved Write down what you believe to be the factors that motivate the age group which you coach. Motivating Factors for Teens and Adults Fitness Fun Excitement Physical competence Social interaction Be aware of gender and cultural differences. Motivating Factors for Children To improve skills Excitement FUN! To feel wanted, joyful and valued To participate - If a child is not playing, they ll lose interest very quickly. 13

Participating Sport In a Supportive, Positive Sporting Environment Appreciation for an active lifestyle Participants have the opportunity to gain: Positive self-image by mastering physical skills

14 Participating Sport In a Supportive, Positive Sporting Environment Appreciation for an active lifestyle Participants have the opportunity to gain: Positive self-image by mastering physical skills Skills to work as part of a team Social skills Experience at managing success and disappointment Respect for others. Focus Bring the focus to the process of learning skills Effort should always be encouraged and rewarded. 14

Success We must let beginner athletes know: That skills develop gradually That practise and experience are important That making mistakes is an important part of learning.

(1994/95) Introductory philosophy: developing the appropriate objectives in sport. Coaching Focus. 27, (Winter), pp.

motivation for sport participation Human Kinetics by Robert S. Weinberg, PhD, and Daniel Gould, PhD. Making Sport a Daily Habit: What Motivates Children to Take Part in Sport?

15 Success We must let beginner athletes know: That skills develop gradually That practise and experience are important That making mistakes is an important part of learning. Sources Intermediate Coaching General Principles, ASC American Sport Education Program. (1994) SportParent. Champaign: Human Kinetics. p. 4. Petlichkoff, L. (1994/95) Introductory philosophy: developing the appropriate objectives in sport. Coaching Focus. 27, (Winter), pp. 3-4 What motivates children to participate in sport or to drop out Straight Talk About Children And Sport Encourage participation in playground activities Human Kinetics by Jane Watkinson Understand motivation for sport participation Human Kinetics by Robert S. Weinberg, PhD, and Daniel Gould, PhD. Making Sport a Daily Habit: What Motivates Children to Take Part in Sport? Talking Education and Sport Understanding participation in sport and physical activity among children and adults: a review of qualitative studies Health Education Research by Steven Allender*, Gill Cowburn and Charlie Foster Examining Adolescent Sport Dropout and Prolonged Engagement from a Developmental Perspective SIRC by JESSICA FRASER-THOMAS Changing the Game Project changingthegameproject.com Four Ways Fleet gpstrackit.com Leadership in sports sportmanagement.cc It s only a game Top 10 board mistakes Recover your stride recoveryourstride.blogspot.com Intermediate Coaching General Principles Manual, ASC. Petlichkoff, L. (1994/95) Introductory philosophy: developing the appropriate objectives in sport. Coaching Focus. 27, (Winter), pp

Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course Working Together Version 8 June 2017 2016 Athletics Australia Coaches as Role Models Coaches are role models and therefore it is

16 Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course Working Together Version 8 June Athletics Australia Coaches as Role Models Coaches are role models and therefore it is important to create a welcoming, respectful and engaging environment for all. General Strategies for Working Together Open and clear communication Clearly stated expectations. 16

Engaging Participants at Training Session Encourage questions.

17 Engaging Participants at Training Sessions Be prepared Clearly state the goals of the session Active engagement of all participants. Engaging Participants at Training Session Encourage questions. General Strategies for Working with Parents Increasing parental involvement in youth sports may be the result of parents feeling increasingly responsible for their child s achievements. 17

18 General Strategies for Working with Helpers Clear roles Clear guidelines. Basic Conflict Resolution Strategies Take discussions away from the group Request a meeting in a couple of days Encourage everyone to reflect on desired outcomes before meeting At the meeting listen to all parties without interrupting Always maintain a polite and respectful attitude Remember the athlete s best interest is what s most important, always. Who will you be working with and what will be the benefits and challenges of these working relationships? Other Coaches? YOU??? 18

19 Who will you be working with and what do you perceive to be the benefits and challenges of these working relationships? Mentor: Encouragement Model Best Practice Observation Support Advice Praise. Other Coaches: Share ideas Share training groups Provide advice Differing ideas Criticism YOU Schools/Clubs Opportunity to coach as a paid employee or volunteer Long held views by these organisations Parents: Encouragement Support Collaboration Interference Anger Athletes: Why you became a coach to positively influence others Managing disinterest, confrontation and disappointment Sources TLC How to Handle Parents While Coaching Jane McGrath Dealing with difficult parents Associate Professor Marilyn Campbell Queensland University of Technology Encourage participation in playground activities Jane Watkinson AASC Behaviour Management Cards 0&sID=71072&&news_task=DETAIL&articleID= Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course Fundamentals of Running, Jumping and Throwing Athletics Australia 2015 Version 6 April

Fundamental Movement Skills The first layer of skills that need to be established Must be established before adding technical skills Logical progressions to learning.

20 Fundamental Movement Skills The first layer of skills that need to be established Must be established before adding technical skills Logical progressions to learning. 58 Fundamental Movement Patterns of Running, Jumping & Throwing Fundamental Movement Skills of Running 59 Fundamental Movement Patterns of Running Hands relaxed position Arms 90 degree angle Sprinting punch the elbows back Middle Distance - arms slightly more relaxed Arms not across centre line of the body

Fundamental Movement Patterns of Running Run Tall Body tall, chest open, head relaxed, eyes ahead Mid foot landing underneath body Tip: Listen for a light sound Free leg: Thighs parallel to the

21 Fundamental Movement Patterns of Running Run Tall Body tall, chest open, head relaxed, eyes ahead Mid foot landing underneath body Tip: Listen for a light sound Free leg: Thighs parallel to the ground Tip: heel to butt Planted leg: full extension Tip: push off the back leg Toes up Dorsiflex. 61 Fundamental Movement Patterns of Running, Jumping & Throwing Fundamental Movement Skills of Jumping 62 Fundamental Movement Patterns of Jumping Efficient Sprint Technique accelerating into take off Length of run up to ensure optimal speed at take off Tip: Age of Student equals length of Run up e.g. 8 y/o - 8 steps Eyes focused forward Tall upright position with hips up and forward at take off Drive knee of free leg and fully extend planted leg Active use of arms at take off

Fundamental Movement Patterns of Jumping Quiet Trunk straight and stable Horizontal jumps - Land on 2 feet parallel High Jump take off and land in a scissor action Land on the feet Absorb landing

22 Fundamental Movement Patterns of Jumping Quiet Trunk straight and stable Horizontal jumps - Land on 2 feet parallel High Jump take off and land in a scissor action Land on the feet Absorb landing flexed hips, knees and ankles. Landing: 64 Fundamental Movement Patterns of Running, Jumping and Throwing Fundamental Movement Skills of Throwing 65 Fundamental Movement Patterns of Throwing Start low, finish high Push off the back leg to drive hips up and forward Tall delivery position Hips facing the direction of the throw Open chest Eyes forward toward the direction of the throw Extend arm fully through the throw and finish with a long arm

References http://www.coach.ca/fundamental-movement-skills-s16736 http://www.adriansprints.com/2011/03/complete-sprinting-technique-charlie.html http://www.theherald.com.au/story/2964017/rio-leaps-into-view-for-fast-learner-erin/ http://theconversation.

23 References Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course Session Planning Version 8 June 2017 Athletics Australia Be Prepared Coaches need a plan and should be organised to deliver the plan

24 All Sessions Should develop from two or three identified goals Elements should include: Warm up activities Skill and fitness for beginner participants a run, jump and throw activity Cool down. 70 Consider Space available Equipment requirements Age appropriate duration Age appropriate activities. 71 Consider How will you ensure all participants are safe? How could you simplify activities? How could you make activities more complex? How could you engage participants with a disability or injury? 72 24

25 Learning Task 2 Design a Session In small groups, choose a scenario from the following 3 options. Please provide the following details: Duration Equipment needed Warm up activities Drills/activities for Run, Jump and Throw Cool down Safety reminders. 73 Learning Task 2 Design a Session Scenario 1 15 Little Athletics participants with ages ranging from U6 U9, are coming to training this week Scenario 2 A school has invited you to deliver a session to 25 Year 2 students Scenario 3 A group of 8 beginner adults are coming to train at your local Athletics Club.. 74 Session Plan Template Date: Equipment Needed: Venue: Duration: Age of Participants: Introduction (objectives, skill elements, aims for session, safety reminders, etc.): Warm-up Activities: Drills and Games: Drills and Games for Running: Cool-down Activities: Drills and Games for Jumping: Coaching Tips/Questions/ Challenges Reminders: Drills and Games for Throwing: 75 25

Reference http://www.ausport.gov.au/ data/assets/pdf_file/0016/380131/sp_32434_planning_a_training_session.pdf http://www.pghdynamo.org/doclib/how_to_write_a_training_session_plan.

26 Reference data/assets/pdf_file/0016/380131/sp_32434_planning_a_training_session.pdf 76 Level 1 Community Athletics Coach Course Coach Membership Version 10 June 2017 Athletics Australia 2016 The Level 1 Community Athletics Coach To be eligible for the Level 2 Intermediate Club Coach Course 30 hours of coaching needs to be logged Coaching can be in schools, squads, clubs or with individual athletes. 26

To become an Accredited Athletics Coach 1 Current competence Completion of the Level 1 Community Coach Course and the Course prerequisites 2 Sign i. Member Protection Declaration ii.

27 To become an Accredited Athletics Coach 1 Current competence Completion of the Level 1 Community Coach Course and the Course prerequisites 2 Sign i. Member Protection Declaration ii. Child Protection iii. Coaches Code of Conduct iv. Member Statement Yearly re registration and payment is required to maintain accreditation. Your Accredited Athletics Coach Registration Registration with Athletics Australia and your State Athletics Association Recognition as an Accredited Athletics Coach Professional Indemnity Public Liability Personal Accident. Full insurance cover I Inclusion on the national database icoach of Accredited Athletics Coaches Participant Evaluation Complete the Participant Evaluation. 27

28 Resources The American Academy Sandringham Little Athletics My Hours on the App Store on itunes itunes.apple.com Lindeman on elearning 28

Introduction to Training Beginning Athletes. Beginning Athletes 19/04/2018. Fundamental Movement Skills for Beginning Athletes. Training Progressions

Introduction to Training Beginning Athletes Version 17 March 2018 Athletics Australia 2018 Training Principles for Beginning Athletes Remember: That as a Coach you are responsible for creating a welcoming,