The Joint University Initiative for Coach Education

Course descriptions

Please see below for information regarding the courses offered through the JUICE programme:

Also included are the Wesport coach development courses. For further details on that course please call the coordinator from the hosting organisation or email us. See course calendar for dates and prices.

Additional courses may be offered through The University of Bath or Bristol City Council/National Governing Body sport specific development officers. Please contact us for advice and we can refer you to the appropriate organisation for your specific enquiry.

Sports specific courses

SPORT AWARD OUTLINE
ATHLETICS Level 1 Assistant Coach Based around coaching skills, “how” to coach and a basic introduction to principles of the event group areas.
Level 2 Coach Taken by coaches of all disciplines. Coaches will learn about the specific techniques involved in the events and how to coach them. 
Children in Athletics Introduces the leader/coach to activities that are suitable to lead a group of children (aged 8 – 13) in athletics type activities.
BADMINTON Level 1 Assistant Coach Gives candidates a good idea of how and what to coach to beginner players. Successful candidates can assist a qualified coach.
Level 2 Coach Will qualify the successful candidate to coach junior beginners/junior club players and senior beginners/social/club players in the lower levels of local leagues.
BASKETBALL Coach Level 1 Basic level of coaching qualification. Gives outline knowledge and enables the holder to introduce basketball/assist a Coach.
Coach Level 2 A qualification for all club coaches working at local level. Gives an overview of all aspects of basketball, and an introduction to coaching techniques.
Referee Level 1 Qualifies holder as an apprentice referee to officiate at school and recreational games.
Apprentice Table Official Qualified to officiate at school and recreational games.
CRICKET Coaching Assistant
(Level 1)
Will qualify candidates to assist more qualified coaches delivering aspects of coaching sessions.
FENCING Level 1 Assistant Coach This allows a person just into coaching to have knowledge of health and safety, be insured and CRB cleared. It allows them to warm up beginners, give basic footwork lessons and teach basic strokes. It is considered a high enough qualification to allow coaches to be insured to work unsupervised.  
FITNESS British Weight Lifting Association Leaders Award Instruction in planning, delivering and evaluating a beginners training session using free weights, exercise machines or a combination of both. You will cover warm-up, main work out and cool down.
OCR Exercise to Music This qualification has been designed as an access route for people who want to work in the exercise and fitness industry. It provides evidence of an individual's competence in teaching exercise to music fitness sessions, and enables individuals to gain personal liability insurance.
OCR Gym Instructors The Instructing Exercise and Fitness NVQ Level 2 purpose is to teach how to bring about consistent improvements in participants level of physical fitness. Candidates will learn capability in planning, delivering and evaluating sessions in the context of Exercise and Fitness.
Speed Agility Quickness (SAQ) This generic course introduces the essentials of FUNdamental Movement training in an inclusive, multi-skill/non-sports-specific manner. Candidates will learn skills and drills that focus on speed, agility and quickness training.  
FOOTBALL Coach Level 1 An introduction for all coaches with little experience or knowledge. Participants need an interest in coaching and the motivation to improve their skills.
Coach Level 2 If you have a few seasons relevant coaching experience, you may wish to fast-track and start at Level 2.
Basic Referees Delivered in a classroom style with elements of practical demonstration and audience participation where possible. Tier one consists of the teaching of Law only, followed by the second part where the candidate officiates three games to confirm their application of the theoretical training
HOCKEY Coach Level 1 Minimum qualification required to assist in coaching hockey.  Will provide the candidate with the knowledge and skills to run a safe session.
HOCKEY Umpire Level 1 Aimed at those who take their umpiring seriously and want to officiate in local leagues and club games/events. 
GOLF Tri Golf Activator/Golf Xtreme Training
LACROSSE Umpire Course Become a qualified umpire by learning the rules, regulations, movements, positioning and how to control the game.
NETBALL Coach Level 1 Enables participants to help groups of beginners to play and practice in a safe and enjoyable environment.
Beginner Umpire Suitable for anybody who would like to learn to umpire junior or league matches. No previous experience is required.
C Umpire To prepare umpires with knowledge of rules and competencies to umpire at average adult club level.
POWERBOAT Instructors Guide to self-sufficient powerboating at a basic level. Course includes launching, mooring, anchoring and recovery.
ROWING  Coach Level 2 The level 2 certificate in Coaching Rowing is the entry level qualification for individuals wanting to coach on the water (there is no level 1 certificate). The award is aimed at individuals who have as a minimum some previous experience of rowing.  
RUGBY Coach Level 1 Enables coaches who are working with adult players to develop the game and coach with more awareness, confidence and quality.
Foundation Referee The course content includes both theory and practical sessions relating to all areas of the art of refereeing.
SWIMMING Helpers Certificate This is an introductory award to teaching swimming.  Candidates will learn the basic skills and progression to assist in teaching.
TENNIS Coach Level 1 The Development Coach Award (DCA) is the Level 1 coaching qualification. It is designed for coaches interested in working with beginners and improvers, in clubs and schools. It includes N/SVQ Level 2 Coaching, Teaching and Instructing Tennis.  
TRAMPOLINING Coach Level 1 Includes development of the basic skills, Front & back drops as well as the teaching & development of Front & Back somersaults.
VOLLEYBALL Coach Level 1 Will be able to introduce volleyball, through a progression of small-sided games, to a group of inexperienced adults or children.
WATER POLO Coach Level 1 Information to arrive here soon…

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Generic coach development

Category AWARD OUTLINE
First Aid St Johns Basic Lifesaver St. Johns Basic Lifesaver includes resuscitation, incident management, major bleeding, and unconscious casualty management. Tutor will also discuss sport specific injuries and incidents
Sports Coach UK Good Practice and Child Protection By the end of this workshop coaches should be able to:
  • identify coaching practice and sport situations that might constitute poor practice and/or abuse
  • recognise key principles of code of conduct and their application to good coaching practice
  • recognise truths and myths surrounding child abuse
  • describe what constitutes abuse and identify the indicators
  • recognise signs and symptoms
  • identify appropriate action if a child discloses he/she has been abused
  • identify appropriate action if concerned about the behaviour of another coach or colleague
  • identify appropriate action if concerned about the behaviour of a parent/carer
Equity in your Coaching By the end of this workshop coaches should be able to:
  • explain what sports equity means and why it is important
  • identify barriers to participation
  • use appropriate language and terminology
  • identify and challenge inequitable behaviour
  • interpret the legal framework that affects coaching
  • identify how they can become more equitable
  • establish where to go for further information
Intro to Core Stability By the end of this workshop coaches should be able to:
  • identify good posture and its importance
  • recognise the value of Basic assessment and stability exercises
  • apply a safe series of prone active hip extension exercises
  • specify when to refer an athlete for professional assessment and guidance
Coaching disabled performers Develop your own coaching knowledge and skills to coach disabled players through inclusive and separate coaching sessions. Discover new ways to adapt equipment and identify appropriate safety and medical considerations to meet your players' needs.  
Developing speed and power By the end of this workshop coaches should be able to:
  • identify principles of developing power and speed
  • identify drills to develop power and speed
  • plan a safe and effective power and speed session relevant to the needs of the performer
Youth Sports Trust Tops Play/Sport This course is designed for teachers and those undertaking teacher training. Top Play/Top Sport is a teaching/coaching qualification recognised by all LEAs in England. īTOPS` is a 4 hour course through which you will enhance your knowledge and understanding of games in the National Curriculum for PE. Additionally you will develop your ability to teach a range of games at key stages 1 & 2.   

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