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SUMMARY:Organising Demystified 22nd Jan & 26th Feb 2026
DESCRIPTION:A  pair of low key Organiser workshops is being run over 2 online sessions\, 7.30 – 8.45 on Thursday 22nd January and Thursday 26th February with short home/in club tasks to be completed in between. \nThis informal and accessible course is open to anyone who is just starting out in organising and will cover the basics of putting on a local (level D) event.  The trainer will share their knowledge and guide you through the process step by step\, with plenty of time for discussion and questions.  There will be take-away resources to help you organise your first event successfully. \nA must for beginner organisers!  \nPlease fill in the Google Form if interested \n 
URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/organising-demystified-29th-jan-26th-feb-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event officials,organisers
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org
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SUMMARY:Coaching Foundation (CF/26_1) – Blended Learning
DESCRIPTION:An initial\, unassessed course for orienteers who are interested in getting involved in coaching.  This fun course will give you the basics and get you on the pathway to becoming a coach. Also useful for qualified coaches in need of a refresher.\nCOURSE STRUCTURE:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n•\n\n\n  Run mostly online\, with a practical club supported element\, this course will be held over 4 sessions:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n•\n  Weeks 1\, 2 & 4 – 1.5 hrs online weekday evenings.\n\n\n•\n  Dates are w/b 26th Jan\, 2nd & 16th Feb .\n\n\n•\n  Exact day will be decided in consultation with learners to take other commitments into consideration.\n\n\n•\n  Week 3 is a club based self-evaluated practical session. Practical session by negotiation with club mentor.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nCOURSE CONTENT:\n\nDiscussion based learning around what to coach and how to coach orienteering.\nPractical self and peer evaluated exercises.\n\nPRE-REQUISITES:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n•\n\n\n Competent orienteers at least at TD3\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n•\n  Age 16+ (open to negotiation for exceptional candidates)\n\n\n•\n  You must be able to arrange a practical exercise with either a club coach or a local school/youth organisation within the time frame of the course\, ideally between online sessions 2 & 3 but anytime before session 4. You will be supported in this process.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nCOST: \n£50 per person (non-members £75) \nOTHER NOTES: \nThis course is a pre-requisite for the SCCO Level 5 Club Coach course. \nREGISTRATION: \nBook online through the Google form or contact Suzanne Robins-Bird with any questions.  Closing date for applications is Monday 12th January 2026
URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/coaching-foundation-cf-26_1-blended-learning/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coaches
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260126T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T210000
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SUMMARY:Club Coach (L5/26_1) – Blended Learning
DESCRIPTION: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. \nINTENDED FOR: \nActive Foundation level coaches or Young Coach Assistants interested in furthering their experience to gain a licenced coaching qualification. \nCOURSE STRUCTURE \nDelivered mainly online over a 5 – 6 week period\, this course comprises: \n\nFour online\, tutor led\, interactive sessions online of 1.5 hrs each.\nExact day will be decided in consultation with learners to take other commitments into consideration.\n1 full day in person practical which includes the assessment\nThe assessment may be split over 2 days in the winter due to lack of daylight or split into a North and South day\nThe first online session will be  w/b 26th January 2026. All pre-course work will need to be completed prior to this date.\nThe pre-course work will be sent out before Christmas giving the learner a good amount of time to complete the work.\n\nASSESSMENT: \nWritten 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 \nCOURSE OUTLINE: \nThe 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. \nPRE-REQUISITES: \n\nAttendance at Coaching Foundation course\nAged 17 or over\nEvidence of competence at orienteering at TD4 or above\nCurrent member of British Orienteering for insurance purposes\n\nCOST: \n£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. \nBOOKING: \nEmail 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.
URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/club-coach-l5-26_1-blended-learning/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Coaches,Teachers/outdoor leaders,Young people
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org
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SUMMARY:Coach CPD - physical preparation for orienteering 19th Feb
DESCRIPTION:The next coach CPD session is being held online. Dave Ellis\, Orienteering Coach\, UK Athletics Endurance Coach who has coached at Commonwealth Games and Olympics will look at aspects of physical preparation for orienteering including strength and conditioning. It will look at the different needs of the young orienteer\, performance orienteer and older orienteer and consider what a year round training programme might look like. .  Please register using the Google Form by  Monday 10th Feb  if you would like to attend.
URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/coach-cpd-physical-preparation-for-orienteering-19th-feb/
CATEGORIES:Coaches
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SUMMARY:Controller CPD - 21st Feb 2026
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for controllers to get together in person will take place 2.30 – 4 pm after the Scottish Middle Championships in the Trossacks on 21st Feb 2026 \n\nThis will be an opportunity to have a safety update\, to raise any topics of interest and highlight the requirement for future Controller CPD \n\n\nPlease register an interest by filling in this form using the option to give us any topics of interest to you.\n\nPlease let us know by 9th Feb so we can book a suitable venue.
URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/controller-cpd-21st-feb-2026/
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SUMMARY:Planners' Discussion  23rd February 2026
DESCRIPTION:For this coming winter we have twisted the arms of some experienced planners to share their knowledge and answer your questions to enable you to broaden your knowledge of the planning process.\n\nThese discussions are open to all including juniors.   The whole series is as follows but each one has a separate sign up form:\n\n\nUrban Planning for safety – 27th October\nEavesdroppping on the planners thought process – 4th December\nExperiences of a rookie S6Ds planner – 23rd February\n\nIn this discussion Peter McLuckie will share his experience of planning at the S6Ds for the first time including: \n\n\nThe main differences that he noticed compared to other events he has planned\, including working as part of a team of planners.\nHow his experience to date helped him to be prepared and advice that he has for others wishing to take on this role\n\nThe discussion will be held on Zoom and run from 7:30pm to 9pm;\n\n\nPlease register using the form by Monday 16th February 2026.
URL:https://www.scottish-orienteering.org/courses/planners-discussion-23rd-february-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event officials,planners
ORGANIZER;CN="Suzanne Robins-Bird":MAILTO:suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org
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