Program Overview
The Level 2 Development Coach accreditation is designed for coaches interested in working with athletes aged 12+ years old, and/or want to be involved in the Introduction to Training and Training I (General) stages of development (outlined in Athletics Australia’sTraining and Competition Guidelines for Children and Adults).
- The primary objective of a Development Coach is to teach athletes the technical model of Track and Field events and develop biomotor abilities.
- Development Coaches offer structured, coach-led practices, designed to improve performance and prepare athletes for local, regional, and state level competitions.
- This accreditation is primarily aimed at Club Coaches, Secondary Teachers, Little Athletics Coaches, Private Athletics Squad Coaches, Masters Coaches, and Senior Athletes.