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Ski Academy Switzerland - Race Coaching
SAS is offering a multi-level certification programme that provides training in sport-specific techniques and tactics, sport sciences and sport management. The UK Level 2 Performance Coach or USSA L100 courses can be taken as seperate modules or taken together in conjunction with the new European PSIA Pathway over a 5 day period.
UK Level 2 Performance Coach
A Level 2 performance coach should demonstrate a solid understanding of the fundamentals to performance coaching and be able to plan, implement and analyse long term development programs on artificial ski slopes.
A level 2 coach is authorised to operate within a club or centre environment on artificial ski slopes. The skiers can be ranging from novice to advanced level.
The level 2 performance coach course and qualification is designed specifically for those who work with young skiers on a regular basis. It will provide information which will enable the coach to carry out his/her coaching role within a coaching programme more effectively. The training aims to ensure that children in their charge engage in safe purposeful practices which will develop skiing performance in addition to enhancing the personal development of the skiers.
UK Level 2 Training & Assessment
This is a training course that is delivered at an artificial ski slope by an appropriately qualified tutor.
The course lasts for 3 days and is assessed on the basis of continual assessment.
The three main areas the course will cover are:
- Personal skiing performance
- Performance Coaching
- Course setting
Entry Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Hold level 1 Ski Instructor qualification or foreign equivalent (*).
- Be able to show skilful parallel skiing on all terrain demonstrating good posture and making appropriate movements when in motion.
- Be registered member of the HNGB Coaching Scheme
(* Members of the HN's and British Alpine Ski Teams are exempt from formal entry qualification requirements)
USSA Level 100 Race Coaching Course
The Level 100 certification is designed for entry-level coaches with at least 1-year of coaching experience. It is an introduction to the fundamentals of alpine ski racing and coaching.
The course last for 5 days and is assessed on the basis of continual assessment.
All coaches beginning the certification process will need to successfully complete the following requirements in order to be a Certified Level 100 Coach:
- Alpine Ski Fundamentals Course, on-snow Level 100
- Coaching Principles (ASEP) Course and exam
- First Aid/CPR Course
All new and current coaches who have achieved their Level 100 Coach Certification will be required to complete a continuing education credit every 2 years. Continuing education credits can be achieved by taking an on-snow clinic, reviewing any of the Elite Performance Series CD-ROMs and successfully passing the related examination, taking an online Sports Management course, etc. All Level 100 Certified coaches will be required to maintain up-to-date CPR and First Aid certifications in order to remain current.
Dates and Calendar:
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| Course | Venue | Dates | Cost | Availability |
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| UK Performance L2/USSA L100 | Saas-Fee | 09/08/2010 - 13/08/2010 | £200 | |
| UK Performance L2/USSA L100 | Saas-Fee | 08/11/2010 - 12/11/2010 | £250 | |
| UK Performance L2/USSA L100 | Ziller Valley | 03/01/2011 - 07/01/2011 | TBC | |
Level 3 (Alpine Performance Coach 1)
Course Aim
The Level 3 (Alpine Performance Coach 1) course is designed specifically for those who work with young skiers on a regular basis. It will provide information which will enable the coach to carry out his/her coaching role within a coaching programme more effectively. The training aims to ensure that children in their charge engage in safe purposeful practices which will develop skiing performance in addition to enhancing the personal development of the skiers.
Course Description
The six day course contains elements designed to improve the participants ability to coach skiers in a mountain environment and to introduce skiing to children in a safe and enjoyable manner. Active participation is required of all candidates.
The content of the course includes:
Skiing Performance
Stance and balance; edge, pressure and steering control.
Stance and balance; edge, pressure and steering control.
Coaching philosophy; processes and styles.
Athlete Skill Development
Skills analysis; developing skills through use of slalom poles; setting appropriate drill courses; concept of skill/drill matching.
Assessment is continual during the six days of the course. Course participants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the material covered during the course and be able to assimilate this material into a practical context. The course Tutor will provide ongoing feedback during the course concerning participants performance. On completion of the course the Tutor will conduct individual course review with each participant.
Quotes
"Top stuff."
"All the tutors focussed on optimising the best from the candidates... I'm totally satisfied."
"I Felt it was a really progressive course and my personal skiing improved which I really appreciated - cool bananas!"
Course entry requirements.
Course participants should meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Hold either ASL, ASSI, BASI Instructor, Club Coach or foreign equivalent (*)
- Be able to ski parallel skiing on steep red slopes
- Be a member of the Snowsport Scotland Coaching Scheme (or that of Snowsport England, Snowsport Wales or Northern Ireland Ski Council)
(* Members of the Scottish and British Alpine Ski Teams are exempt from formal entry qualification requirements)
In addition it would be desirable for candidates to possess a ski instructor qualification and have a knowledge of material contained in the following Sports Coach UK Coach workshops:
- The Coach in Action
- The Body in Action
Before issue of a qualification, a first aid certificate (which meets the Snowsport Scotland First Aid Requirements) must be sent to Snowsport Scotland.
Qualification
The APC1 Qualification is issued to candidates who pass the course and also hold a First Aid Certificate and have paid membership fees.