Support for existing teachers and coaches
Swimming teacher uniform survey
The ASA are working with Speedo to create a swimming teacher uniform and accessory range for use within & around the pool.
Support for existing teachers and coaches
Teachers and coaches face daily challenges and with the fast pace of the swimming industry today, it is important that they get all the support they need to be the best they can be. The ASA have a dedicated team of people whose main purpose is to provide this support, not only to help them qualify, but also to develop, flourish and achieve their personal goals.
The value of the coaching workforce
In order to create the right environment for the creation and long term development of a high performing coaching workforce, we need to develop and nurture our coaches. Research has shown the coaching workforce has a huge impact and their value should never be underestimated. Findings include:
Research underpins work of Coaching Systems Team
Coaching Systems Officer Ian Freeman has specific responsibility for research and modelling projects to inform and support the delivery of the framework.
Advanced Coaching Offer
The Advanced Coaching Offer is the ASA’s personalised support package for aspirational coaches. Eighty developing coaches across England are now taking their first steps on the programme to develop and expand their coaching skills which will take place over a four year period.
Development Framework for Teaching and Coaching
‘Its about coach development, not coaching certificates’
A development framework to provide a world class coaching environment for England’s teachers and coaches was launched by the ASA Coaching Systems Team at the ASA Council Conference in October 2009.
‘The ASA Development Framework for Teaching and Coaching in England 2009-2013’ will effectively create a new coaching system that delivers the right number of coaching hours, by the right coach, in the appropriate environment to achieve success.
Contact the Coaching Systems Team
A team of Coaching Systems Officers are in place to support the ASA in delivering the goals of the Development Framework for Teaching and Coaching. The team co-ordinate the planning, delivery and quality assurance of the system and also have a national lead in specific areas.