Athletics North Queensland Inc.

Written by Cameron Clayton
Thursday, 18 February 2010
On Saturday the 27th of February, Athletics North Queensland and the Townsville Road Runners will combine to host an 'Introduction to Coaching' Seminar for Junior Cross Country and Middle Distance Running. CLICK HERE for more info.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 18 February 2010 )

Get ready, get set, get accredited in 2010

Written by Cameron Clayton
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Get ready, get set, get accredited in 2010 Athletics Australia coach accreditation and education explained. Most coaches will now be aware that discussions with the state Member Associations (MAs) and the ATFCA over the past couple of years have reached agreement on some key points and changes to the accreditation and education systems will be fully operational from January 1, 2010. Below you will find information on why Athletics Australia is now responsible for coach accreditation, and what these developments mean to you as a practicing coach. Essentially, the major difference for the coach from January 1, 2010 is that you will have a choice. Your choice is to be accredited only with Athletics Australia OR be accredited with Athletics Australia and be a member of the ATFCA. In short, the difference is as follows: 1. Be accredited with Athletics Australia – pay $40: • Be subject to the provisions of the member protection policy and code of conduct • Be included on the single national database of accredited coaches and the communication network through Athletics Australia and its state MAs • Be fully insured for coaching practice 2. Be accredited with Athletics Australia and be a member of the ATFCA – pay $128: • Be accredited with Athletics Australia as described above, as part of the membership fee • Receive all benefits of membership of the ATFCA such as newsletters, publications and much more The literature you will have received describes in more detail these differences and the choice is now yours. CLICK READ MORE TO CONTINUE
Last Updated ( Sunday, 03 January 2010 )
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Accreditation Framework

Written by James Grech

Thursday, 10 December 2009

On the 1st April 2008, Athletics Australia together with the Australian Track and Field Coaches Association announced the commencement of the Athletics Coach Accreditation Framework.

As part of the Framework, coaches will only be eligible for accreditation if they meet the following requirements:

1. Demonstrated coaching competence
2. Agreement to the provisions of the Member Protection Declaration
3. Agreement to abide by the code of ethics
4. Membership of either Athletics Australia through its member associations OR the ATFCA

Coaches who meet this criteria and who apply will be known as accredited athletics coaches and receive a card to verify their accreditation.

Athletics Australia, its member associations, the ATFCA and the Australian Sports Commission through the National Coach Accreditation Scheme, will only recognise accredited athletics coaches as ‘qualified coaches’ within the sport of athletics. Clubs, schools and all associated organisations will be encouraged to engage the services of only accredited athletics coaches. Organisations who engage the services of individuals who are not accredited athletics coaches cannot guarantee the competence of the individual and may be exposed to various risks associated with that individual's practice.

The accredited athletics coach is designed to enhance the recognition and expertise of coaches by acknowledging they have met the minimum requirements of what is expected of an athletics coach.

The accredited athletics coach will also provide for parents and athletes, a clear indication of who is qualified to coach and who is not. Only accredited athletics coaches will be recognised as qualified and approved coaches in the sport of Athletics.

To apply to become an accredited athletics coach, click here.

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Athletics Needs More Coaches

Written by James Grech
Wednesday, 09 December 2009
To help decide if athletics coaching is for you talk to a current coach and visit an athletic club during a training session. Some questions for potential coaches to ask themselves: How much time can I commit to the sport? Do I understand the needs of athletes in regards to the emotional, physical, technical and psychological support that is required? How well do I cope with challenging situations? Can I communicate with people in a variety of different ways? Am I willing to commit to on-going coaching development? Do I have a thirst for knowledge and a desire to understand more about my sport? For further information on becoming a coach please contact your State Member Association or the Australian Track and Field Coaches Association in the LINKS section of the website.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 10 December 2009 )

Coaches

Written by ANQ Content Manager
Wednesday, 25 February 2009
The ability to improve athletic performance and realise the individual potential of each athlete at any level, relies heavily on the role and support of the coach. Great coaching will ensure athletes at all levels have the capacity to achieve personal best performances Coaching has “enabled me to witness the development of the athlete, and the person, and to know that you contributed to that development in a significant way is very powerful” Dr Cliff Mallett, Olympic Men’s Relay Coach, 2004 Athens Olympics. (Coaching Australia, Vol 9, No 2. January 2006) This statement by one of Athletics Australia’s world class coaches is true for his experience with Olympic athletes but is just as relevant for coaches at all levels of the sport. A coach’s capacity to influence the decisions an athlete makes with regard to all aspects of their life can be one of the most rewarding elements of the coaching process, and should not be underestimated. For coaches working with athletes at all levels, as well as developing the skills of the sport, the greatest attribute a coach can enhance is a love for the sport that becomes so infectious, that once you start, you just can’t stop! Coaching is a truly rewarding role that is time consuming, technical, highly challenging and sometimes thankless. It enables athletes to achieve new challenges and occupies many of the coaches waking hours and sleepless nights. Coaching combines both ‘art and science’ as it brings together technical, tactical, physical and psychological skills then applies them to the athlete who is made up of and influenced by, a variety of sporting and personal experiences. Athletics Australia, in conjunction with its partners, the Australian Track & Field Coaches Association, the Member Associations and the network of athletics clubs, is responsible for the development and coordination of coaches around the country, at all levels and across all event areas. To be among the world best athletic nations, Australia needs to recruit, develop, retain and recognise its coaches from the grassroots to world-class level and Athletics Australia, in conjunction with is partners is committed to achieving this standing.
Last Updated ( Thursday, 10 December 2009 )
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