Level One Coaching Course
Level One Coaching Course information
What is this course?
A practical, coach-friendly qualification that helps you feel confident running safe, effective sessions for Junior 12–18 and novice to intermediate adults. You’ll learn what to coach and how to coach it, both on the water and off the water, with plenty you can use straight away in your club. It’s designed to fit around coaching and work too — usually spread across two weekends, with one short online evening session, and then a locally arranged practical assessment.
Course format at a glance (typical)
- In-person Weekend 1: Saturday (approx 09:30–17:30) and Sunday (approx 09:30–15:30)
- Online module (Zoom): one midweek evening (typically 19:00–21:00)
- In-person Day 3 S&C module: one Saturday (typically 10:00–16:30)
- Practical assessment: arranged separately (typically ~2.5 hours)
Exact dates/times may vary slightly by venue, but the overall structure is the same.
What will you learn?
Each day covers different topics to build your coaching skills:
–Coach & Athlete Traits: Discover what makes a great coach and a motivated athlete. Learn how to create a supportive training space.
–Communication & Planning: Learn how to talk clearly, set goals, and plan training programs
–Technique & Video Analysis: Spot common mistakes, use drills to improve technique, and learn how to use video for feedback.
–Coaching Best Practices: Keep training diaries and develop your coaching style.
–Nutrition & Hydration: Discover how what athletes eat and drink affects their performance.
–Safety First: Learn important safety rules and how to keep rowing fun and safe.
–Strength & Conditioning: Understand how to build athlete strength safely.
–On‑Water Coaching Practice: Get real feedback while coaching on the water.
Who Can Join?
You can sign up if:
-You are 18 years or older.
-You have completed the Introduction to Coaching Course.
-You are actively coaching already.
-You have completed Garda vetting (or Access Northern Ireland approval).
-You have completed a Safeguarding course.
-You have access to a computer or tablet with internet for the online sections of the course.
How will you be assessed?
Your progress is checked and assessed during the course. After successful completion, you receive a certificate from Rowing Ireland and Sport Ireland Coaching.
What does it cost and how to register?
The fee is €350. You confirm your place, then pay to secure your spot. You sign up by filling out this registration form:
