This workshop provides support to coaches who are working with female athletes who are in peri-menopause, menopause and post-menopause. The workshop provides coaches with theory and practical support which can be applied club coaching sessions.
As part of Athletics Ireland coach education pathway, Long term athlete development is a key stage in attracting new members, supporting existing ones and retain our club athletes.
Currently 50% of our female members are over the age of 45. Clubs should be thinking ahead to how they can work with this group of members and look to support them into the future.
90% of women want to remain active and run but often do not know how to do this. This workshop will provide club coaches with the knowledge and key practical advice for delivering club sessions.
The workshop is delivered by Irene Clark. Irene specialises in coaching midlife women and has built up a national reputation for being one the of the foremost experts in the subject. Irene both advises and delivers support for coaches and athletes in the midlife women space.
The workshop will include a learning e-book which coaches will receive on completion. The workshop will cover:
In 2025 two workshops have been delivered. The cost is 50 euro per coach for the full day workshop.
If there are a few clubs in the area who would like to plan a workshop please email annagrealish@athleticsireland.ie