Coaching in Sport and Recreation
Behind every good athlete,
there's bound to be a good coach. Coaches play a vital role in the physical and
emotional wellbeing of athletes, drawing on years of experience as an athlete,
in a mentoring role, or both.
Coaches have to be aware of the latest trends in
diet, training methods and motivation techniques.
The Department of Sport and
Recreation provides coaches with a wide range of resources, including training
clinics and access to the latest research, to ensure they can keep WA athletes
ahead of the pack.
Training for coaches
The Department of Sport and Recreation is committed to raising the
profile, expertise and experience of coaches in Western Australia.
Professional development opportunities for coaches are the cornerstone
of this process.
We have a comprehensive program to provide accredited training and
professional development opportunities for coaches at the community
level of sport through to the elite.
Link to the Australian Sports Commission website.
Training and courses facilitated by the department for coaches.
The Coaching Reference Panel will advise the Department of Sport and Recreation on strategies and policies to develop and support the role of sporting coaches in Western Australia.
A national education and training system for officials at all levels and an industry recognised qualification.
Following on from the very successful Sports Officials Awards the Department of Sport and Recreation would like to give sports the opportunity to reward and recognize their coaches at all levels.
Helpful tools and tips for officials and coaches
Coaching education and events
Monday 30 November 2009
Inaugural networking event for the combat sports industry participants of Western Australia.
Sunday 13 December 2009
As with the first workshop, this is a must for trainers and participants who have to deal with taping and strapping of injuries or, in particular, hands for training purposes. A great refresher that just might provide you with a few insights into current trends and practices.
Friday 14 May 2010
The inaugural Coaches Awards Dinner will be held in May 2010 at the Duxton Hotel in Perth. The awards dinner will provide State Sporting Associations with the opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of their "Coach of the Year" and present other coaches with commendation certificates for their contribution to the sport in the area of coaching.
Funding and scholarships
The Coach in Residence program is a long standing and very successful initiative that continues to contribute to the development of sport in Western Australia.
Scholarships for coaches.
The Coaching Lab is an online library of research on coaching issues.
Powerpoint slides of Wayne Goldsmith's presentation
Doing the 'right' training at the 'right' time with a young child can maximise their future potential as an adult athlete. (Peak Performance)
Canadas' 2008 Summer Olympic Games review process particularly emphasised the importance of an athletes strong working relationship with their coaches.
For any senior coach, developing or perpetuating a strong club culture is the key to success. In the second part of the AFL Record’s coaching series, Carlton’s Brett Ratten outlines his philosophy on creating a winning envi
Meticulous preparation throughout the week is crucial to success on game-day, as Essendon coach Matthew Knights explains in the fifth part of the AFL Record’s ‘Coaches on Coaching’ series.
Play by the Rules provides information and online learning about how to prevent and deal with discrimination, harassment and child abuse for the sport and recreation industry.
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Cotact details for Coaching
Jonelle Burns
Project Officer
246 Vincent Street, LEEDERVILLE WA 6007
PO Box 329, LEEDERVILLE WA 6903
Telephone (08) 9492 9757
Facsimile (08) 9492 9711
Email Jonelle
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