Coaching Information
RUN JUMP THROW
Designed for 6-11 year olds, Run Jump Throw allows athletics clubs and schools to easily teach the foundation skills of athletics in a positive, supportive environment, where participants learn and are challenged at their own pace. The programme uses modified equipment and games to help maximise participation and enjoyment.
South Canterbury Athletics runs the Run Jump Throw and Basic Athletics programmes on a Wednesday evening and the first few weeks of the season on Saturday.
SPECIALISED COACHING
The Club is fortunate to have access to the expertise and experience of coaches, who are available for one on one coaching, Squad Coaching and seasoned advice.
South Canterbury Amateur Athletic Club strongly recommend that athletes under the age of 10 have little to no specialised coaching.
Designed for 6-11 year olds, Run Jump Throw allows athletics clubs and schools to easily teach the foundation skills of athletics in a positive, supportive environment, where participants learn and are challenged at their own pace. The programme uses modified equipment and games to help maximise participation and enjoyment.
South Canterbury Athletics runs the Run Jump Throw and Basic Athletics programmes on a Wednesday evening and the first few weeks of the season on Saturday.
SPECIALISED COACHING
The Club is fortunate to have access to the expertise and experience of coaches, who are available for one on one coaching, Squad Coaching and seasoned advice.
South Canterbury Amateur Athletic Club strongly recommend that athletes under the age of 10 have little to no specialised coaching.
Recommended Athletics NZ Accredited Coaches
Mike Thomas (ANZ Accredited Coach) * Disciplines: Sprints, Jumps, Throws, Middle & Long Distance * Contact: Email |
Mike Hende (ANZ Accredited Coach) * Disciplines: Sprints, Jumps, Throws, Middle & Long Distance * Contact: Email |
Craig Motley (ANZ Accredited Coach) * Disciplines: Sprints, Hurdles, Jumps, Throws, Middle & Long Distance * Contact: Email |
Gaela Kilgour (ANZ Accredited Coach) * Disciplines: Sprints, Hurdles, Jumps, Middle & Long Distance * Contact: Email |
Grant Lord (ANZ Accredited Coach) * Disciplines: Sprints, Hurdles, Jumps, Throws, Middle & Long Distance, Walks * Contact: Email |
Adam Blake (ANZ Accredited Coach) * Disciplines: Sprints, Hurdles, Jumps, Throws, Multi's * Contact: NA |
Ian Baird (ANZ Accredited Coach / Retired) * Disciplines: Sprints, Hurdles, Jumps, Throws, Middle & Long Distance * Contact: NA |
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Changing Coaches
If an athlete, or an athlete’s parent, wishes to change coaches, or a coach is approached by an athlete who already has a coach, certain procedures should be observed.
The IAAF Code of Ethics for Coaches states:
Coaches should never solicit, either overtly or covertly, athletes who are receiving coaching to join their squad. Further, under the discussion in the code, it states,
If, however, an athlete initiates discussion with a coach in connection with commencing a coaching relationship, while the athlete is already being coached by another coach, then that coach must inform the athlete’s present coach as soon as practical.
This code, which has been widely accepted by responsible coaches throughout the world has implications for coaches, athletes and the parents of athletes. Athletics Canterbury endorses this concept and has had a policy in place for many years that:
All Athletes, Parents and Coaches should follow these procedures as a matter of common courtesy.
The IAAF Code of Ethics for Coaches states:
Coaches should never solicit, either overtly or covertly, athletes who are receiving coaching to join their squad. Further, under the discussion in the code, it states,
If, however, an athlete initiates discussion with a coach in connection with commencing a coaching relationship, while the athlete is already being coached by another coach, then that coach must inform the athlete’s present coach as soon as practical.
This code, which has been widely accepted by responsible coaches throughout the world has implications for coaches, athletes and the parents of athletes. Athletics Canterbury endorses this concept and has had a policy in place for many years that:
- Coaches should not approach athletes, already coached by another coach, to join their squad.
- If an athlete, or an athlete’s parent wishes to change coaches, the athlete (or parent) must inform the current coach and discuss it with him/her.
- If a coach is approached by an athlete to be coached, the coach must ensure the athlete informs the current coach and then also discuss the matter with the current coach. In all the discussions the needs of the athlete must be considered.
All Athletes, Parents and Coaches should follow these procedures as a matter of common courtesy.