Coach Development
The Brunel Sport Coach Development programme is open to all Brunel students who are interested in sport and physical activity, and who would like to develop their coaching skills and knowledge. Once you are qualified you will be able to begin using your new skills and knowledge to contribute to sport in the community.
To apply:
1) Read through the information on this page and then choose the course(s) that you would like to attend from the list below
2) Unless otherwise stated, students can book places by either visiting or calling the Indoor Athletics Centre between the hours of 9am – 5pm to complete full payment for the courses you wish to attend.
Contact details:
Bookings: 01895 267475 (between 9am – 5pm)
Additional Enquiries: coach.development@brunel.ac.uk
Available Courses – 2011/12
Athletics
Athletics Coach - Candidates will be able to plan a progressive training programme for athletes coaching a range of activities to prepare the developing athlete to run, jump and throw. When qualified you will be insured to coach without supervision.
To attend you must be qualified at either UKA level 1 or above, or Coaching Assistant in the new coach education programme.
Dates: 5th - 6th November 2011, 10th December 2011, and 3rd March 2012 (assessment day)
Venue: Brunel Sports Pavilion & Outdoor Track Cost: £365 (Legacy Funding Available)
Basketball
Level 1 - This is the basic level of coaching qualification for those who wish to commit to coaching basketball. The course provides each candidate with the basic knowledge of basketball and coaching skills, and will enable the holder to assist a fully qualified Level 2 Coach.
Dates: 22nd October and 19th November 2011 Time: 9am – 5pm
Venue: Brunel Sports Centre Cost: £150 (Legacy Funding Available)
To book your place visit or call the Indoor Athletics Centre between 9am-5pm
Emergency First Aid
This course is ideal for smaller workplaces that present few health and safety risks, where a nominated or appointed person is required to take charge in the event of an illness or accident. You will learn basic life saving first aid and workplace health and safety regulations.
Dates: 3rd December 2011 Time: 9am – 5pm
Venue: Brunel Sports Centre Cost: £45
To book your place visit or call the Indoor Athletics Centre between 9am - 5pm
Gym Instructor
This qualification provides access onto the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at level 2. Successful candidates will be qualified to work for an employer as a gym instructor.
Dates: 21st – 23rd May, and 8th June 2012 Time: 9am – 5pm
Venue: Brunel Sports Centre Cost: £525
Apply online: www.hfigroup.com/application.php
Football
Level 1 Coach - The first step towards becoming a recognised football coach. The certificate qualifies you to coach grass roots club teams for children and young people under the supervision of a qualified football coach.
Practical Dates: 30th October and 6th and 13th November 2011 Time: 9am – 5pm
Theory Dates: 1st and 8th November 2011 Time: 6pm – 9pm
Venue: Brunel Sports Pavilion Cost: £120
To book your place visit or call the Indoor Athletics Centre between 9am - 5pm
Handball
Level 1 Coach - The Level 1 course will teach candidates to understand the skills necessary to introduce handball to complete beginners. No previous Handball experience necessary.
Dates: 11th February 2012 Time: 10am – 4pm
Venue: Brunel Sports Centre Cost: £45 (Legacy Funding Available)
To book your place visit or call the Indoor Athletics Centre between 9am - 5pm
Personal Trainer
This qualification provides access onto the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at level 3. Successful candidates can work as a self employed personal trainer or be employed as a personal trainer in a club.
Dates: 28th – 30th May, and 24th August 2012 Time: 9am – 5pm
Venue: Brunel Sports Centre Cost: £895
Apply online: www.hfigroup.com/application.php
Rugby
Rugby Ready and Level 1 Coach - Rugby Ready teaches the importance of sufficient preparation for training and playing in order for Rugby to be played and enjoyed while reducing the risk of serious injury, whilst the Level 1 coach prepares you to deliver aspects of coaching sessions under direction.
Rugby Ready Dates: 15th November 2011 Time: 6.30 – 10.30pm
Level 1 Dates: 20th and 27th November Time: 9am – 5pm
Venue: Brunel Sports Pavilion Cost: £123.50
To apply download a copy of the application form and hand in at the Indoor Athletics Centre, or contact coach.development@brunel.ac.uk
Tennis
Level 1 Coach - The course is the starting point for people who want to get involved in tennis. It is aimed at people who are enthusiastic about tennis, want to help their coach deliver Aegon Mini Tennis.
Dates: 14th January, 21st January and 18th February 2011 Time: 9am – 5pm
Venue: Brunel Sports Centre Cost: £175 (Legacy Funding Available)
To apply download a copy of the application form contact coach.development@brunel.ac.uk
Typhoo Disability Sports for All
This course is designed to give coaches of all sports the ideas and inspiration to adapt their sessions to make them more accessible for disabled participants.
Dates: 3rd March 2012 Time: 9am – 5pm
Venue: Brunel Sports Centre Cost: £15
To book your place visit or call the Indoor Athletics Centre between 9am - 5pm
Mayors Legacy Funding
Courses with ‘Legacy Funding Available’ offer a potential discount of up to 75% when the applicant commits to completing voluntary hours in any London borough. First you must identify an opportunity to volunteer in the relevant sport after you have achieved your qualification, and a person who can verify you will complete these hours. Once you ahve done this please email coach.development@brunel.ac.uk to find out how to apply.
Facebook Page
The Brunel Coach Education Facebook page is used to provide up to date information on coaching courses and additional opportunities at Brunel and local communityas the become available.
www.facebook.com/brunelcoachdevelopment
Student Survey
To have your say in what additional sports or courses you would like to be part of the Brunel Coach Development programme, both this year and in future, please fill out Brunel Sport’s student survey.
For any additional information please email coach.development@brunel.ac.uk
