Level 1 Qualification

Level 1 Coaching Course

UPCOMING COURSE DATES

• Athy, Co.Kildare 18th -19th May, 2013, (€195), please email ruth@triathlonireland.com
  

Coaching is a critically important aspect of the triathlon experience, and one that has been identified and earmarked for improvement within the current Triathlon Ireland Strategic Plan. We will also be announcing shortly the dates of our Level 2 Courses following on from the successful Pilot Level 2 Course held in Limerick in Dec 2011. You can register interest for this course at coaching@triathlonireland.com 

Who are the tutors?

Triathlon Ireland is fortunate to have 5 accredited tutors who will be teaching the Level 1 Coaching Courses. They are Oliver Harkin, Lynne Algar, Sebastien Locteau, Eamonn Tilley and Jamie Bray.

How much does it cost?

As an incentive to promote and increase the number of Level One coaches in TI's affiliated clubs, the following price structure has been determined:

Level One Course Registrants nominated by a TI affiliated club: €195*

Level One Course Registrants NOT nominated by a TI affiliated club: €300

*When applying for the club rate you must be a current TI member and provide a statement from your Club Secretary indicating that you are attending on behalf of your club.

What do I get for my course fee?

• Two days lectures and practical instruction from qualified triathlon coaches;
• Course Manual and Materials

• Lunch, Tea Coffee and refreshments on both days;

• Pool and Facility Hire;

• Upon successful completion of the course requirements, you will receive TI Affiliated Coach Status, along with an accreditation card, which is valid for three years, and is a recognised accredited qualification with Coaching Ireland.

Where are the Courses being Held?

• Athy, Co. Kildare, 18th - 19th May, 2013, please email ruth@triathlonireland.com 
  

The course will have a limited number of places. Please email immediately if you wish to take up a place on this course. The places will be offered on a first come first served basis. There is a high demand for Level 1 course places so please email by the close off date. Please be advised that we will be confirming future course dats shortly and those on the mailing list will be notified once these dates are confirmed. A notice will also be placed on our website. If you would like to placed on the coaching mailing list please email ruth@triathlonireland.com Please only reserve a place that you intend to take up as there is a high demand for these places. Confirmation of your places will be sent by email. Applicants who have been placed on a waiting list will also be notified. No confirmations will be sent prior to the clsoing date for applications.

How do I book on a Course?

If you wish to attend one of the above courses, you will need to email ruth@triathlonireland.com and confirm your interest, please include a phone number as payments for this course will be taken over the phone.  Please note that places are limited to 12 people for this course. Your name will be kept on a waiting list to be notified when new course dates are confirmed. We are currently in the process of confirming additional dates across the country for more Level 1 and Level 2 courses.

Don't forget if you register as a TI member/Club member (€195), your Club Secretary will need to send an email to Triathlon Ireland at ruth@triathlonireland.com indicating that you are attending on behalf of your club.

How is the course structured?

In addition to the two weekend days (structure below) there are a couple of other requirements necessary to attain the Level One accreditation. These include:

• Successful attainment of a recognised first aid accreditation** Please click here to find a list of courses - A copy of this certification must be supplied to TI
• Successful Garda Working with Children Clearance
• successful completion of Child Protection and Awareness in sport Seminar** Please click here to find a list of courses - A copy of this certification must be supplied to TI
• Attendance, and participation in one practical coaching session, at regional coaching day (held in your region)  - this not only complements the theoretical components of the course, but will provide you with the opportunity to work with TI's emerging talented athletes and world-class senior coaches.

**Please contact TI if you are in doubt regarding any first aid qualifications - examples of suitable courses include: Order of Malta, Red Cross, St John Ambulance and any first aid course endorsed by a governing body or Local Sports Partnership.

Provisional Structure of Course Delivery

Please note that depending on number of participants the nature of delivery may be modified, though will follow a similar structure to the below.

Day 1 - Saturday 

09.30      Welcome / Registration

10.00      Introduction

10.30      The Triathlon Coach

11.00      How people learn

12:00     Code of Ethics and Working With Children

12.30      Lunch (provided by TI)

13.00      Safety: General safety in Triathlon

14.00      Planning: Planning from a template session

15.15      Equipment (safety): In the coaching environment

16.15      Physiology for Triathlon 

17.15      Review of Accomplishment of Day 1

17:30     End of Day

Day 2 - Sunday 

09:00     Introduction

09.30      Techniques & Safety: Swimming Techniques

10:30     Swim Practical

12:30     Lunch (provided by TI)

13.00      Techniques: Cycling Techniques

14:30     Bike Theory

15:30     Techniques: Run Techniques

16:30     Planning: Session content

17:00     Debriefing

17:30     End of Day

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