Course Structure

Day 1 – Physical Development & Soft Skills Masterclass

This session focuses on optimizing athlete performance through physical and psychological development. Key areas include:

• Biomechanics

• Recovery and loading strategies

• Nutrition

• Plyometrics

• Strength and conditioning

• Sport psychology

• Periodisation

Day 2 – Event-Specific Sprints and Relays

A deep dive into sprinting and relay techniques, emphasising event-specific coaching strategies to enhance athlete performance.

Modules

Practical Modules

• Defining Your Coaching Philosophy and Principles

• Mobility and Flexibility

• Load Management

• Plyometric Testing

• Aspects of Personality

• Planning

• Myofascial Release and Mobility

• Strength and Conditioning

• Pool Sessions (Deep Water Running)

Online Modules

• Anatomy

• Introduction to Biomechanics

• Applied Biomechanics in Track and Field

• Role of the Coach in Athlete Well-being

• Injury Prevention and Sport Safety

• Psychological Factors in Return to Sport from Injury

• Loading, Adaptation, and Recovery

• Nutrition, Hydration, and Energy Availability

• Planning and Periodisation

• Plyometrics and Complex Training

• Skill Acquisition

• Introduction to Sport Psychology

Target Coaching Audience

This course is designed for:

• Senior athletics club coaches

• High school athletics coaches

• Physical education teachers

• Private track and field coaches

• Coaches specialising in event groups, working with athletes at state and national levels

Accreditation Requirements

To gain certification as a Level 3 Performance Coach, participants must:

• Complete the Practical Course

• Complete at least one Event-Specific Course

• Successfully complete all Online Modules and Assessments (Multiple Choice)

• Complete all Event-Specific Online Modules and Assessments (Short Answer, Long Answer, and Programming)

This course ensures that coaches are equipped with the expertise to develop high-performance athletes, guiding them toward success at the national and international levels.