UK Coaching Week has been a busy one at Badminton England – here’s a round-up of what has been going on…
Badminton England to Enhance Coach Development Support
As part of UK Coaching Week, we are announcing our plans to enhance the support for coaches who are essential to the delivery of our sport through the re-launch of the Badminton England Resource Hub & Community for Coaching Members.
Click here to find out more.
Meet our Grassroots Coach of the Year 2022 – Keith Burns
We wanted to take the time to highlight the important role that grassroots coaches play in our community by celebrating our inaugural Grassroots Coach of the Year winner Keith Burns (Hertfordshire).
Keith told us about his time within the sport, top coaching tips and the enjoyment he gains from inspiring others – click here to read the full interview.
Meet our Grassroots Coach of the Year Runner-Up – Sheila Boyes
In addition to catching up with Keith, we also spoke to runner-up Sheila Boyes, who spoke about her coaching journey in County Durham.
Click here to read what Sheila had to say.
Access the CIMSPA ReEngage Free Digital Platform
ReEngage is a free digital platform, providing online learning and skills development in four key areas, designed to ensure that everyone providing sport and physical activity services has the knowledge and confidence to engage with all members of their community:
- Awareness of the prevalence, impact and treatment of long Covid
- Engaging effectively with inactive adults with no pre-existing health conditions
- Communicating with customers, especially those who may be lacking the confidence to return to physical activity
- Awareness of the aspects of ageing that can be controlled or influenced through physical activity
Click here to find out more.
Online Classroom Safeguarding Workshops Now Available
Badminton England is now delivering monthly UK Coaching Safeguarding & Protecting Children workshops in an online classroom environment.
This Online Classroom will raise your awareness of the tell-tale signs of abuse and give you the tools and confidence you need to deal with any issues sensitively, appropriately, and effectively should the need ever arise in your sessions.
If you are looking to complete this training, why not join others from the badminton community and attend one of our online classrooms.
To find a course that suits you, along with a list of dates and booking information, click here.