Last few places remain on the upcoming Athletics Leader Course in Co Wicklow. Please note the change of venue from the advertised venue on the Coaching Calendar. The new venue is Boys National School, Rathdrum, Co Wicklow The Athletics Leader coaching course focuses on introducing the fundamentals of athletic movement to children. The aim of the Athletic Leader course is to provide teachers, parents and club members with the skills and tools to manage and lead an Athletics Program in their club or school. The course is focused on the delivery of practical information and lessons. The content focuses on organising athletics games and activities for young children. It is aimed at those who want to begin coaching and assisting in their local club or school. The content for this course includes: • Group coaching skills and identifying ways to make the coaching sessions fun • The use of hurdles and obstacles, tumbling, running, jumping and throwing • Games to provide fun in developing fitness • Developing an awareness of the growing child and the implications on fitness activities • Games to develop speed and reaction, using acceleration and change of direction • The ethics of coaching including topics such as winning vs. involvement and recognising the importance of individual improvement • Practical sessions on running and agility, jumping and throwing. • Planning a session and a program. *Venue: Boys National School, Rathdrum, Co Wicklow Dates: 6th March 2008 & 13th March 2008 both nights. Time: 6.30pm – 9.30pm Cost: € 60 If you are interested in attending this course, please download application form and return it by email to ryan@athleticsireland.ie, or by post to Athletics Ireland, 19 Northwood Court, Northwood Buisness Park, Dublin 9.