This coach is competent to plan, conduct and evaluate advanced training programs suitable for swimmers competing at NZ Age Group and NZ Open Championships (or higher) level competitions. A Silver Accredited coach has demonstrated the ability to train swimmers who have achieved National Age Group or National Open qualifying times. The Silver Coach will have the skills to structure a complex training environment that allows for a progression from club and regional level competitions to success at the national level.
Core Units:
Unit 1: Talent Identification and Development
Unit 2: Mechanics of Swimming
Unit 3: Application of Training Principles
Unit 4: Drills and Performance Enhancing Skills
Unit 5: Mental Skills Training
Unit 6: Nutrition and Health
Unit 7: Coaching Professionalism and Welfare
Silver Accreditation components will be delivered over 4-5 days depending on course logistics. There will also be a practical component, which may be achieved through attending Youth and Open National programme camps. There is a total of 19 competencies delivered in 7 core units. There will also be post course work and performance criteria to be achieved.
Corresponding resource:
Coaching Essentials: A Swimming Coaches Guidebook. By Dr. Ralph J. Richards (Silver Handbook)
Pre-requisites:
NZSCTA membership. Bronze certified (or equivalent)
Any questions in regards to the Silver Accreditation should be in the first instance directed to Donna Bouzaid (National Coaching Director) at donna@swimming.org.nz
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