voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Athletics Coach Volunteer Opportunity No. VO48034 - Created/last updated: 04/08/2020 | ![]() Opportunity |
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Minimum age: | 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | no upper age limit has been specified | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | We would initially organise a qualified coach for the volunteer to work with and learn how to structure a session. The volunteer could then work with a coach to help take a group or, once qualified, take their own group independently. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - We do not pay travel expenses | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | The ability to motivate and explain activities to a group of 9-13 year olds. A positive attitude is important as children often have to be encouraged to work hard to pick up new skills and develop fitness. It is a misconception that a coach has to be fi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | Coaches must be over 18 years to hold a UKA coaching licence. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Trial Period | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | Pitreavie Athletics Stadium, Dunfermline
Walking distance from Rosyth Station, on all bus routes, easy access by car. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is not suitable for Saltire Awards (for volunteers aged 12-25). |