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Foundation Coach

OVERVIEW

The Foundation Coach accreditation is the entry level course within the Triathlon Australia National Coaching Framework. It is designed as an introduction to coaching for those interested in delivering skill-based, participation focused group training sessions.

COURSE CALENDAR 2024

STTA	DATE	LOCATION	REGISTRATION CLOSING	CLICK TO REGISTER
QLD	March 23rd 2024	Brisbane	Feb 26th 2024	click here
QLD	Feb / March 2024	Cairns	TBC	coming soon
QLD	November 11th 2024	Runaway Bay	October 15th 2024	click here
NSW	27th April 2024	Sydney West	29th April 2024	click here
ACT	1st June 2024	AIS	3rd May 2024	click here
VIC	13th April 2024	MSAC	15th March 2024	click here
TAS	15 December 2023		24th November 2023	click here
SA	16th March 2024	TriSA HQ	1st March 2024	click here
WA	17 February 2024	Perth	19th January 2024	click here
NT	3rd May 2024	Parap Pool	5th April 2024	click here

WHAT WILL COACHES LEARN

Delivered in a supportive and engaging environment the course is designed to develop fundamentals of coaching Triathlon through the development of ‘soft skills’ to better understand and engage with participants in a triathlon specific coaching environment [i.e. affiliated club/squad School or community group environment]. Coaches will learn:

How to facilitate group training sessions to novice participants
Plan, prepare and deliver basic skills-based training sessions
Strategies to assess and manage risk for the safety and wellbeing of all participants in predictable settings
Demonstrate knowledge of basic triathlon specific coaching skills,
Demonstrate acceptable inclusive coaching practices for youth, junior and adult participants with an ability to work collaboratively and respectfully.
How to provide meaningful feedback in a supportive and effective manner
Value the benefits of self-reflection and being a self-learner

WHAT IS INVOLVED TO COMPLETE THE COURSE

A blended delivery strategy utilising the Flipped Classroom approach in a balance of online learning, video conference learning and face to face practical coaching assessments in the areas of swimming, cycling and running. This entails:

The need to obtain a current Senior First Aid (HLTAID011), Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) (HLTAID009) certificate
Hold a current Working with Children and Vulnerable Persons check or State/Territory exemption.
Complete the SportAus Community Coaching Essential Skills Course
Complete several Sport Integrity Australia online learning modules
~15 hours of independent learning and assessment tasks over 3-4 weeks via the Knowledge Hub online resource [prior to attending the face to face sessions].
Attend a 1 day practical coaching assessment with experience coach facilitators and dedicated coach mentors.

Coaches will be required to complete home study online tasks, plan, deliver and review practical sessions (on course).

COURSE PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Coach Candidates must be at least 16 years of age at the commencement of the learning program.
Be a current Triathlon Australia member.
Have access to an internet connected device for the Knowledge Hub online resource.
Must complete all course requirements within the documented timeframe

UPON COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of the Foundation Coach Training Program, coaches will be able to:

Coach unsupervised in participation focused group training sessions within affiliated clubs, squad, schools, or community group environments
Have a fundamental level of knowledge, competence and decision making to facilitate participation focused coaching to novice participants in a group environment inclusive of demonstrating, instructing, and monitoring participants
Plan and prepare basic skills-based session plans inclusive of assessment, analysis, and feedback in preparation for entry level triathlon races within affiliated clubs or local community events
Assess and manage risk for the safety and wellbeing of all participants in predictable settings.
Deliver sessions focused on inclusive coaching practice and working with others.
Encouraged to work with or be mentored by a more experienced higher accredited triathlon coach to develop skills, competencies, and confidence for future independent coaching environments.
Engage and inspire the community to take part in triathlon.

FEES

The cost of the Foundation Coach Training Program is $290 [plus GST] which includes ongoing access to Knowledge Hub online resource and practical assessment, all coaching resources, facilitator, and mentor support throughout the course.