Club Coach (L5/26_1) – Blended Learning

A Scottish Coaching Certificate in Orienteering fully accredited by the SQA, this course blends theory and practical providing the knowledge and skills to run single sessions within a framework set up by a more experienced coach.

INTENDED FOR:

Active Foundation level coaches or Young Coach Assistants interested in furthering their experience to gain a licenced coaching qualification.

COURSE STRUCTURE

Delivered mainly online over a 5 – 6 week period, this course comprises:

• Four online, tutor led, interactive sessions online of 1.5 hrs each.
• Exact day will be decided in consultation with learners to take other commitments into consideration.
• 1 full day in person practical which includes the assessment
• The assessment may be split over 2 days in the winter due to lack of daylight or split into a North and South day
• The first online session will be  w/b 26th January 2026. All pre-course work will need to be completed prior to this date.
• The pre-course work will be sent out before Christmas giving the learner a good amount of time to complete the work.

ASSESSMENT:

Written tasks and observation of practical coaching sessions by a qualified assessor. The practical assessment will take place over the weekend of 7th/8th March 2026

COURSE OUTLINE:

The focus of the Level 5: Club Coach is the single session usually progressing a skill within the session. Building on the basic skills and knowledge covered in Coaching Foundation, the course includes the theory of what and how to coach, practical exercise planning and delivery including risk management and developing yourself as a coach.

PRE-REQUISITES:

• Attendance at Coaching Foundation course
• Aged 17 or over
• Evidence of competence at orienteering at TD4 or above
• Current member of British Orienteering for insurance purposes

COST:

£170 per person, £200 non-members.  sportscotland funding is now administered through SOA and may cover part of your course fee depending on your circumstances. Please consult your club treasurer if you are expecting your club to pay your fee.

BOOKING:

Email suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org for further information or use the Google form to register for the course. Closing date for applications is Monday 8th December 2025.