Background Information:

*Due to Covid-19 this course has now been converted online*

The Level 1 Recreational Running Coaching Course introduces how to lead a recreational run group under the guidance of a Level 2 Intermediate Recreational Running Coach or higher. In the course, beginning coaches learn the fundamental technique of running, the ocmponents of a successful run training program, how to design the warm up and cool down components of a session, the critical communication and group management skills that are required to be an effective coach, and the motivations of recreational running participation.

Further Information 

COVID-19 Update:

Due to current circumstances, uncertainty and the complexity of COVID-19 this coaching course may be altered, postponed or cancelled in accordance with the current limitations, restrictions and guidelines stipulated by State & Federal Authorities as well as venue management at the time. All participants will be notified ASAP when and if these changes are needed to take place. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this period of time.

Course Details:

Dates and Times (Microsoft Team meetings)
Week 1: Monday 26 July, 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Week 2: Monday 2 August, 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Week 3: Monday 9 August, 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Week 4: Monday 16 August, 6.00pm - 7.30pm

Further Information regarding Course Resources will be provided upon registration as well as an invite to the Microsoft Team meeting(s).

Pre-Course Work:
Online Modules: 4 Hours
Reading: 2 Hours

Teaching Hours:
7 Hours delivered over one full day

Post-Course Work:
Reading: 6 Hours+
Online Modules: 1 Hour
Assignment: 1 Hour

Pre-Requisites:

Participants must be a minimum of 16 years of age.

Further enquiries:

Please contact coaching@nswathletics.org.au
or phone 9746 1122