Coach
We are passionate about helping you in your coaching journey, however that may look. We know first-hand that first class netball experiences happen through great coaching. That’s why we need coaches across the game that inspire, grow, develop and retain netballers in all the places where netball happens.
Take a look at the options below to find out how we can help you.
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England Netball Coaching Courses
Supercharge your development with England Netball coaching courses! There are so many ways to get involved in coaching.
Click the below link to find out more about our wide range of courses on offer and how to book.
If you’d like to register you interest for future courses, please complete one of England Netball’s Expression of Interest forms. This ensures you’ll be contacted ahead of the next course launch with all the information you need to get involved.
For full detail on how to apply for England Netball coaching offers click here.
Level 1
Start your coaching journey with our England Netball Level 1 course, providing you as a learner with an introduction to coaching the game and working with players, from under 7 to open age. Following the completion of the course, you will be able to assist more qualified coaches in delivering aspects of coaching sessions.
Who is this course for?
Perfect for those who are at least 16 years of age, who wish to start coaching netball. You will need to have an understanding of the rules and a sound knowledge and experience of the game.
Outcomes
By successfully completing the Level 1 coaching qualification, you’ll be able to:
- Assist more qualified coaches in delivering aspects of coaching sessions (normally under direct supervision)
- Learn more about the basics of the game
Details
Minimum Age: 16
Duration:
3 virtual sessions – one of 3 hours and two of 2 1/2 hours
Cost of Course:
England Netball Member – £160
For help funding the cost of this course, you should contact your County Association Coaching Secretary. You may also wish to ask your Club if they can help towards the funding of this course
To book or express interest please visit the England Netball website on the link below.
Level 2
Progress your coaching journey with our England Netball Level 2 course, equipping you to fulfill the level 2 coach role duties of preparing for, delivering and reviewing coaching sessions.
Who is this course for?
Perfect for those who have been an active coach in netball for a minimum of 2 years or have a Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Netball.
Outcomes
By successfully completing the Level 2 coaching qualification, you’ll be able to:
- Plan a series of coaching sessions.
- Prepare the coaching environment for the delivery of coaching sessions.
- Deliver a series of coaching sessions to develop the participant’s performance.
- Monitor and evaluate coaching sessions and personal practice.
Details
Minimum Age: 18
Duration: The course consists of 3 virtual sessions of 2.5, 2.5 and 2 hours spread over 3 different dates. There are 2 days of face to face delivery and 1 virtual professional discussion on a different date, lasting for an hour.
Cost of Course:
England Netball Member – £380
For help funding the cost of this course, you can apply to the EM Region for a grant (of up to 50% - depending upon the situation of the regional funds), but this must be done in advance of the course starting. To view the full grant guidelines click here.
To book or express interest please visit the England Netball website on the link below.
Level 3
Thank you for your interest in the EN level 3 coaching course. England Netball are currently reviewing the level 3 offer, but would appreciate you registering your interest in the course so they can contact you with more details at the appropriate time.
Details
Minimum Age: 18
Duration: 2 virtual sessions of 2 1/2 hours each
Cost of Course: England Netball Member - £50
To book or express your interest please visit the England Netball website on the link below.
Performance Identification Workshop
This is a five-hour virtual workshop to provide current coaches working within the pathway with skills and tools to select players into the performance pathway.
Who is this course for?
The course is aimed at England Netball Level 2 coaches (or above) working in the county performance pathway.
Outcomes
By successfully completing the Athlete Identifiers workshop, you’ll be able to:
- Understand where and how the County Under 15 and Under 13 age groups fit into the Roses Academy Pathway
- Understand the behaviours and expectations required of an Athlete Identifier
- Gain knowledge and understanding on how to observe, analyse, collect evidence, and identify performance players in generic games, skill practices and match play
- Apply the knowledge and understanding when making decisions on identifying performance players.
- Reflect on one’s own knowledge, skills and understanding as an Athlete Identifier
Walking Netball Host
The aim of this six-hour workshop is to provide people with the skills they need to be able to host a Walking Netball session. The workshop includes a mix of both theory and practical sessions.
Who is this course for?
The workshop is aimed at new or aspiring Walking Netball Hosts. Attendees do not need any previous qualifications to complete this training. They must have a desire to work with this audience.
Outcomes
- Understand the game and ethos of Walking Netball
- Be clear on the role of a Walking Netball Host
- Know how to create a great first experience
- Provide ideas for fun and relevant practices that can be used in a Walking Netball session.
- Ensure that the host can deliver safe, fun and inclusive sessions
Details
Minimum Age: 18
Duration: 6-hour face-to-face workshop
Cost of Course: England Netball Member: £70
Non-Member: £85
To book or express interest please visit the England Netball website on the link below.
Bee Leader Workshop
Bee Netball is the perfect way to introduce children to netball in a fun, nurturing and child-centred environment. Not only do they learn the basic skills needed for netball, they also learn beyond the court through our Beeliefs.
What is the Bee Leader course?
A 6-hour face-to-face course aimed to give you the confidence to deliver Bee Netball, so the course is fully practical – you can learn from and with other volunteers guided by one of our expert tutors. You will be equipped with the necessary skills to deliver Bee Netball, as well as understand the curriculum and how to support children.
Who is the course for?
Anyone over 18, regardless of coaching experience, who wants to understand how to deliver the Bee Netball in the best way possible for children.
Outcomes
- To understand the values and ethos of Bee Netball and be able to bring them to life in a session
- To provide ideas for fun, engaging games and activities
- To ensure your sessions are fun, safe and inclusive
Details
Minimum Age: 18
Duration: 6-hour face-to-face workshop
Cost of course:
England Netball Member: £70
Non-member: £85
To book or express interest please visit the link below.
NSL Coaching Workshops and Opportunities
In the East Midlands, there are two Netball Superleague franchises, both each offering a range of learning opportunities for coaches. Please note that regional funding is not available for any coaching CPD or courses delivered by a franchise.
Loughborough Lightning
Loughborough Lightning Netball offers a wide range of activities to cater for the wider netball community. Including courses and camps for both players and coaches.
For more information on Lightning's current coaching offers visit the link below.
