The success of a sports program depends a great deal on the quality of the coach. That's why the Coaching Association of Canada recommends that all coaches in Canada, whether novice or master, become certified in the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP).

Level 1 - 3 of the NCCP covers three components of coaching - Technical, Theory and Practical. After completing all three components of a level, coaches receive a "passport" that officially recognizes their accomplishments as a certified instructor/coach at that level.

TECHNICAL presents the skills and drills of curling, as well as specific information on rules of the game, equipment and skill development.

Club Coach - focuses on the developing coach by providing the basic technical knowledge of coaching. After completing Level 1 you will be prepared to take inexperienced athletes and provide them with safe, educational training sessions. Level 1 Curling deals with coaching a novice team or instructing novice clinics.

Level 2 - is designed to teach coaches to train teams/athletes in the physical, technical and mental requirements of the sport. Upon completion of Level 2 you will be prepared to provide developing competitors with the basic skills necessary for successful competition. Level 2 Curling deals with coaching intermediate to advanced teams or instructing intermediate clinics.

Level 3 - Participants must be certified Level 2 with a recommendation of already having Level 3 Theory. The programs are aimed at teaching fundamental principles applicable to coaching high performance athletes. The objectives of Level 3 are to develop a high level of technical expertise necessary to advanced skills. Level 3 Curling deals with coaching a high performance team and individual athletes.

THEORY teaches important principles of coaching. Levels 1 - 3 - courses content includes: planning, role of the coach, growth and development, safety, skill analysis, development of skill and physical preparation.

PRACTICAL provides coaches with feedback on their ability to apply coaching knowledge through self, peer or examiner evaluation.

For further information on instructing / coaching certification, please contact:

NACA

Phone (780) 440-4270
Fax (780) 463-4519

Email NACA@planet.eon.net

COACHING ASSOCIATION OF CANADA