Triathlon Singapore will be conducting a SG-Coaching level 1 Full-Integration Triathlon Course for aspiring Triathlon Coaches!
In collaboration with SportSG, this course will cover THREE main certifications:
- Foundational Sport Science (FSS)
- SG-Coach Level 1 (Theory) – Inclusive of Values & Principles in Sport (VPS) and Safe Sport
- SG-Coach Level 1 (Technical) – Triathlon Specifics
FSS and SG-Coach (Theory) will be completed at the participants own pace via E-Learning online platform, SportSG-ED, while SG-Coach (Technical – Triathlon) will be conducted in a classroom settings. Estimated 20 hours of Online E-Learning, and 46 hours of classroom and practical sessions (excluding exams)
Course Objective
This is a community coaching course targeted for existing coaches (in other sport), teachers and community leaders working with beginners, children and youth in sport. This course will provide a broad perspective of coaching, roles and responsibilities, teaching methodologies and sport-specific skills for the sport of Triathlon.
The work of coaches at this level will be vital in supporting the development of new and existing triathletes. Participants will be introduced to the fundamental skills of Triathlon.
Pre-Requisites
- Be 18 years of age and above
- Ability to Swim and Cycle
- Possess (of have the intention to possess) the following, which is a requirement to register themself as a Level 1 Triathlon Coach in the NROC :
- Triathlon Singapore (TAS) Membership
- Standard First-Aid Certification with CPR & AED
- Life-Saving Level 1, 2, 3 or higher
Course Schedule
Date: 6 to 20 March 2023
Time: Own Time
Venue: SportSG-ED E-Learning
Modules: FSS and SG-Coach Theory
Date: 21 March 2023, Tuesday
Time: 09:30 to 16:30 (1 hour lunch break)
Venue: SportSG, ActiveSG room
Modules: Course Introduction, Coaching Philosophy & Practices, Rules & Regulations of Triathlon, Anatomy and Physical Preparation
Date: 23 March 2023, Thursday
Time: 09:30 to 16:30 (1 hour lunch break)
Venue: TBC
Modules: Theories of Coaching, The Coaching Process, SwimmingDate: 30 March 2023, Thursday
Time: 09:30 to 16:30 (1 hour lunch break)
Venue: TBC
Modules: Swim Practical, Cycling and Transition
Date: 4 April 2023, Tuesday
Time: 09:30 to 16:30 (1 hour lunch break)
Venue: Sports Hub Sports Museum, SportSG ActiveSG room,
Modules: Cycling and Transition Practical, Running
Date: 11 April 2023, Tuesday
Time: 09:30 to 16:30 (1 hour lunch break)
Venue: Sports Hub Sports Museum, SportSG Active Health Room 3
Modules: Running Practical, Sports Nutrition, Safe Sport (Triathlon)
Date: 25 April 2023, Tuesday
Time: 09:30 to 16:30 (1 hour lunch break)
Venue: SportSG CoachSG Room 1 & 2
Modules: Designing a Lesson plan with GFL, Improving Performance, Sports Safety
Date: 2 May 2023, Tuesday
Time: 09:30 to 16:30 (1 hour lunch break)
Venue: SportSG CoachSG Room 1 & 2
Modules: Sports Safety (Walk the Ground), Assessment Preparation and Review, Peer Coaching Feedback, Building a Positive Culture
Date: 6 May 2023, Saturday
Time: 09:00 to 13:00
Venue: Sports Hub Sports Museum, SportSG CoachSG Room 1 & 2
Modules: Final Assessment
Date: July 2023 (Exact date to be confirmed)
Time: TBC
Venue: SportSG
Modules: FSS Exam
Date: July 2023 (Exact date to be confirmed)
Time: TBC
Venue: SportSG
Modules: SG-Coach Theory Exam
Course Fees:
The total course fees is SGD $1,250 (inclusive of the compulsory SportSG-ED platform license fee)
Other Fees:
For FSS and SG Coach Theory Exam, participants will have 4 attempts. Re-assessment fees of $54 (inclusive of GST) will take effect after 4th failed attempt, for two more attempts.
Applications:
Please complete the google form here.
Closing Date for Registration: 3 March 2023, Friday 17:00pm
The course will need a minimum of 6 participants to run, and only a maximum capacity of 18 participants, based on a first come first serve basis.
For more information, please visit here
or email Mr. Eugene Ong at: eugene.ong@triathlonsingapore.org
