The course and its delivery are expected to satisfy the demands of quality assurance and meet the needs of the participants.

This course is for those who want to gain a National Governing Body award enabling them to assist in coaching rounders. It is the first step on the coaching pathway.

The course is mainly practical, covering the basic skills involved in the game of rounders.  These skills are then implemented using small sided games. The NRA simplified rules are studied briefly in a short theory session. 

Entry requirement....14 years of age

Numbers...............Min 10 – Max 20

6 hours.................6 hours course (no practical test, 1 day)

Cost ...................Course...........£20 + facility + tutor cost (£180  plus travel)

The cost of the course includes a resource pack, NRA membership, registration and insurance for one year and a certificate.

If you would like to book a course, or would like more information, please contact Alison Steel tel 0114 2480357 or email asteel@westfield-admin.co.uk

Course Aims, Objectives and Timetable

Course Aim:        The aim of the course is to give you the expertise to coach rounders to a preliminary standard.

Objective:            The course will develop your experience and expertise in rounders and will enable you to assist an intermediate coach to guide players on how best to make use of their existing skills,  how to correct basic technical faults and how to start to use tactical play

Entrance:            14 years of age minimum. Preferably with some coaching/playing experience.

Time:                    6 hour course split into 12 units of 30 mins
                        

Fee:                      £20 including 1 years registration, insurance
              

Resources:         Level 1 Coaching Pack

Handout ’Fielding formations for beginners and advanced’

Qualification:        After completion of the course you will be awarded the Preliminary Coach Award

Timetable:           6 hours  split into 12 x 30 minute units

      Basic rules of rounders (2 units)