Level 1 Coaching Course Info

Dear Instructor,

Please see information below regarding the upcoming level 1 coaching course. The deadline for applications is April 5th.

The course will take place on April 13th and 14th, May 11th and 12th with remote & online learning forming part of the program also. 

The venue will be:

Portarlington Taekwon-Do School

Unit 6 Portarlington Business Park

Canal Rd

Portarlington

Co. Laois

R32 H66X

Registration form

Google Form

Course Aim
The aim of the course is to:
• Enable coaches to introduce participants to ITF Taekwon-Do in a safe, progressive and enjoyable way
• Equip participants with basic coaching skills which they can develop under the supervision of a senior coach
• Identify key factors in working with young participants, typically 6-12 years


Entry Requirements

Course candidates will be aged 18 years or over and will hold a grade of 1st Dan or higher. Candidates will be asked to sign on to abide by the IMAC code of Ethics and Child Protection Policy. We advise at least 6 months of practice in a coaching role between completing the Introduction to Coaching and undertaking this award. In addition the following certificates must be presented:

  • Introduction to Coaching ITF Taekwon-Do

  • Safeguarding 1

  • IMAC Garda Vetting Certificate

  • Sports First Aid / Occupational First Aid

Course Formats
The course will be delivered over 2 weekends (12 hours per weekend + breaks)

Course Cost

€300 to be transferred to:

Account Name:  Irish Taekwon-Do Association Ltd.

Bank Address :  
Allied Irish Bank.
Bank Place,
Ennis.
Co Clare.

National Sort Code :
93-53-87

Account No :
18184050

IBAN :
IE46 AIBK 9353 8718 1840 50

BIC :
AIBKIE2D


Personal Dress and Materials

Course participants should bring Dobok and Belt, track suit, training shoes, writing materials


Methodology
Class based and on the mat presentations, during which coaches will be involved in practical coaching including planning, organisation, observation, demonstration, analysis, provision of feedback, evaluation, so as to contribute to the coaching process as an assistant to an experienced coach.


Tutors

At least 75% of the course will be delivered by CDPI Coach Developers.

Coaching Materials

A coach’s manual, worksheet material and a logbook (4 sessions) will be provided. Participants will also be given soft copies of all presentations and video used on the course.

Assessment

There is a multi-part assessment of coaches on this programme. You will be required to complete:
• Logbook including 4 Coaching Sessions (Completed in your club and peer reviewed)
• Practical assessment (on course with children aged 9-12, pre-planned topics)
• Full attendance during all presentations is mandatory

Certification

On successful completion of all course requirements a CDPI Level 1 Assistant Club Coach certificate will be issued with IMAC and Sport Ireland Coaching accreditation.

On-going Support

Further practical coaching experience and involvement in a Level 2 Senior Club Coach course are recommended for those who wish to become senior coaches in their own schools/clubs. All successful candidates will have access to coaching fora, continuous professional development workshops and further coach education opportunities. 

Stephen Ryan