The canoe polo coaching program sets out the requirements for becoming an accredited coach of canoe polo in Australia. Accreditation is an important step that ensures that coaches are suitably trained to provide consistent and purposeful programs that meet the needs of the canoe polo player and their teams. It also gives coaches confidence that they are working within a proven framework. The program is accredited by The National Accreditation Scheme and managed by Australian Canoeing. It has two components: coaching general principals and sport specific skills. general principles generic principles of coaching and athletic performance that apply to all sports. general principles are prepared by the Australian Sports Commission and incorporated into Australian Canoeing requirements. Sport-specific skills, techniques, strategies and approaches to canoe polo prepared by the canoe polo technical committee of Australian Canoeing. The National Accreditation Scheme The NACS is an initiative of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), Australia s primary national sports administration and advisory agency. It plays a central leadership role in the development and operation of the Australian sports system, administering and funding innovative sport programs and providing leadership, coordination and support for the sport sector. In addition to course requirements, the following references are available from the ASC: manuals presenter/facilitator training manual assessor training participants manual beginning coaching manual DVDs coaching better and video self-analysis managing the risks of coaching, protecting you and your athletes a winning diet for sport game sense tools and tips For further information about the ASC visit its website http://www.ausport.gov.au/. Australian Canoeing All canoeing and kayaking activities in Australia are governed by Australian Canoeing (AC). It is a national federation member of the International Canoe Federation (ICF). Australia Canoeing works with state organisations that in turn work with local canoe clubs at the grass roots level to provide a consistent approach to canoeing and kayaking. Canoe polo is managed by the Australian Canoeing, canoe polo technical committee, or simply Australian. For more information refer to the AC website: www.canoe.org.au. framework The program is framed in five levels to provide a progressive development from coaching beginning players through to leading high performance athletes: Level 0 Beginning coach Intended for parents and players wanting to introduce groups to canoe polo with a structured approach that covers the fundamentals of the sport. Level 1 Club coach The club coach program provides a solid base in canoe polo skills and tactics and also introduces general coaching principles. The program is targeted at club players and teams. 1
Level 2 State coach Level 2 builds on the level 1 training to provide advanced skills and tactics for players and teams wanting to increase their skills or to prepare for national competition. Level 3 National coach Targeted at preparing high performance athletes for international competition, level 4, along with advanced skills and tactics, focuses on areas such as team building, fitness, sports psychology and games analysis. Specialist coach Specialist coaches have particular skills that may be called on to assist other generalist coaches. Specialist coaches are recognised in paddling technique, throwing/shooting technique, physiology/fitness and sports psychology. The coaching framework is illustrated in figure 1. Australian Canoeing Australian Sports Commission Australian Technical Committee National Accreditation Scheme Level 0 Beginning coach Level 1 Club coach Level 2 State coach Level 3 National coach Specialist coach Figure 1: framework 2
Level 0 Beginning Coach Purpose Level 1 training provides people new to coaching with the skills to introduce canoe polo to paddlers in a safe and controlled environment. Pre-requisites Current member of Australian Canoeing Minimum age of 16 years A desire to assist new players understand the sport and the skills required to play it. Can swim and is confident around water. Accreditation requirements Complete level 0 training course (1 day) Pass level 0 assessment Support and sign the code of ethics Complete a level 2 First Aid certificate Off-water Module CP001 CP002 CP003 CP004 CP005 CP006 CP007 CP008 On-water CP009 CP010 Content Introduction Organisation of canoe polo in Australia framework, the game of canoe polo Boats, paddles, gear Boats size, construction, fit, thigh braces, foot pegs Paddles size, right-tight, left-tight, symmetrical, asymmetrical blades Gear selection and fit of buoyancy vests, spray decks, helmets Scrutineering requirements Rules of play The playing area and its terminology Abridged rules (suitable for new players), referee hand signals Safety Water depth, water quality, snags and obstacles Access to the water Paddler health and fitness Weather hot, cold, hydration, sun cream, warmth outlook, group management Planning Who are you coaching? Why do they play? What facilities are available? Training sessions team skills, individual skills, warm up, warm down Paddling Getting into the boat, holding the paddle Forward stroke, forward sweep, draw stroke Ball handling Offence/defence Team work Blocking the ball, boat position Press, zone defence, goal keeping On the water Prepare the boat, check gear Capsize drill, forward stroke, sweep stroke, draw Skills, drills, games Skills and drills 3
Passing drill, 123 go!, Y-drill Brandy Game Assessment The student coach must conduct a 20 minute training session on a skill of their choice. Additional a. Working With Children Check WWC is not required for accreditation but is necessary for coaches intending to work with boys and girls under 18 years of age. Refer to state government Working With Children Check websites for requirements. 4
Level 1 Club Coach Purpose Level 1 training provides club coaches with the skills to give players a solid basis for understanding and developing their ability in canoe polo. Pre-requisites Current member of Australian Canoeing Must be a competent paddler Minimum five years experience playing canoe polo Has read ICF Rules of Play Accreditation requirements Complete ASC online Beginning level 1 (6 hours). Provide a copy of the assessment. Complete and pass level 2 training course (2 days) Support and sign the code of ethics Complete level 2 First Aid certificate References Beginning coaching level 1, Australian Sports Commission Canoe polo basic skills and tactics by Ian Beasley General principles General principles ASC online Beginning level 1 (www.ausport.gov.au/participating/coaches/education/onlinecoach) Off-water training Module Content CP101 Introduction Organisation of canoe polo in Australia, coaching framework CP102 ASC beginning coaching (completed on-line) coach role and responsibilities planning, safety working with parents, communication group management, inclusive coaching practices CP103 Boats, paddles gear Boats size, construction, fit, trim Paddles size, construction, symmetrical, asymmetrical blades Gear selection and fit of buoyancy vests, spray decks, helmets Scrutineering CP104 Rules of play The playing area and its terminology ICF playing rules, referee hand signals, penalty cards CP105 practice Why I coach, the coach s skills, coaching outlook aids and resources Group management CP106 The training session Planning, what does the coach/player want to achieve? Who are you coaching? Goal setting, what should be in the program Preparing the program CP107 Risk management Identify the risks environmental, people, transport, venue, equipment Risk planning template CP108 Injury prevention Health and fitness Understanding rotator cuff, dislocated shoulder 5
Technique, training Stretches CP109 Technique fundamentals Fit in boat, posture, body rotation Protecting the shoulder, placing the body in strong positions CP110 Basic strokes Forward paddling, reverse paddling, forward sweep, reverse sweep, draw, bow draw Linking strokes CP111 Kayak control Flat turn, edging, nose and tail control Gaining and maintaining possession Turn on the ball, turning into the tackle CP112 Basic ball skills Picking up the ball Passing, catching, shooting, dribbling CP113 Basic paddle skills Blocking, ball awareness, goal keeping CP114 Rolling Principles of the kayak roll Paddle roll, C-to-C, sweep roll Hand roll, back deck, front deck, upright CP115 Defence Five principles of defence Tactical play press, zone defence, 1-3-1 Static zone Positional play marking/defending CP116 Offence Penetrating offence, shifting offence Key principles Screens Cover On-water CP117 Strokes Demonstrate basic strokes Skills, drills, games CP118 Drills and tactical play Passing drill, 123 go!, Y-drill Zone defence CP119 Games Assessment Game Brandy Written assessment (multiple choice) 30 minutes Participants to conduct a 20 minute coaching session on a topic of their choice Additional a. Working With Children Check WWC is not required for accreditation but is necessary for coaches intending to work with boys and girls under 18 years of age. Refer to state government Working With Children Check websites for requirements. 6
Level 2 State Coach Purpose Level 2 training provides student coaches with the skills to build team and individual skills and tactics to compete at a national level. The course is more demanding and introduces sports science and its application to canoe polo. Pre-requisites Current member of Australian Canoeing Eight years experience playing canoe polo Accredited level 1 coach Accreditation requirements Complete ASC lectures (2 days) Complete level 2 training course (2 days) Pass level 3 assessment Practical coaching diary 24 weeks/sessions Support and sign the code of ethics Complete a level 2 First Aid certificate References Intermediate coaching, general principles manual, Australian Sports Commission Better coaching, advance coach s manual, Australian Sports Commission Canoe polo basic skills and tactics by Ian Beasley General principles Module Content General principles ASC Intermediate coaching: The essence of coaching, coaching processes management, planning Sports safety, inclusive coaching Skill acquisition, introduction to physiology Basic anatomy and biomechanics Development and maturation Nutrition for sport Sport psychology Anti-doping in sport Off-water CP201 Introduction Organisation of canoe polo in Australia, coaching framework Organisation of the International Canoe Federation CP202 General principles Review ASC Intermediate coaching sessions CP203 Designing a training program Components of the training program skill, physical conditioning, sports psychology, relative importance of the components Phases of training preparation, competition, transition Elements of the training program competitions, camps, sessions CP204 Session planning Aim, structure, implementation, evaluation Training session plans CP205 practice Video analysis Teaching sporting skills, stages of learning, DEDICT, game sense Assessing and analysing individual performance 7
Fault recognition, both team and individual, fault correction techniques CP206 Touring and competition day Representing your state Uniforms, behaviour Organisation travel, accommodation CP207 Fitness Aerobic, anaerobic, plyometric, endurance, flexibility Strength training CP208 Skill training Individual, team skills Training loads CP209 Injury prevention Technique, training Understanding rotator cuff, dislocated shoulder Exercising, stretches CP210 Advanced ball skills Dribbling Throwing, shooting CP211 Advanced paddle skills Dribbling with the paddle Stern turns, pivot turns CP212 Advanced defence 1-3-1, 2-2-1 zone defence, 2-2-1 chasing defence, press, 5-1, 4-1 Static zone, rotating zone Transition to offence outlet pass, fast breaks CP213 Advanced offence Penetrating, shifting, overlap Set plays Shooting Taking corners Transition to defence man up, zone CP214 Tactics Assessing the opposition strengths, weaknesses, who plays where? Charge starts, substituting Breaking up the zone On-water CP215 Strokes Practical application of DEDICT to teach strokes Skills, drills CP216 Offence/defence Offence styles Zone defence styles Press CP217 Games Game Assessment General principles ASC (take away) written assessment Canoe polo conduct a 20 minute coaching session on topic of student s choice Canoe polo written (multiple-choice) assessment Maintain a coaching diary 24 weeks/sessions Additional requirements a. Working With Children Check WWC is not required for accreditation but is necessary for coaches intending to work with boys and girls under 18 years of age. Refer to state government Working With Children Check websites for requirements. 8
Level 3 National Coach Purpose Level 3 coaches prepare and lead players and teams for international competition. The requirements build on level 3 and in addition to playing strategies and tactics, there is an emphasis on sports science, sports psychology and other areas necessary for high performance. Pre-requisites Current member of Australian Canoeing Experience as a player in international competition Accredited level 2 coach Ten years coaching experience Accreditation requirements Complete ASC lectures (2 days) Complete level 3 training course (2 days) Pass level 3 assessment Practical coaching diary 52 weeks/sessions Support and sign the code of ethics Complete a level 2 First Aid certificate References Intermediate coaching, general principles manual, Australian Sports Commission Better coaching, advance coach s manual, Australian Sports Commission Canoe polo advanced skills and tactics by Duncan Cochrane and Ian Beasley General principles Module Coverage ASC better coaching The art and science of coaching and including: Planning, risk management Self-reflection Teaching and coaching methodology Skill acquisition Communication Biomechanics, anatomy and physiology Principles of training Sport medicine, sports psychology Nutrition Development and maturation Off-water CP301 Introduction The international scene Representing Australia, sportsmanship History of canoe polo CP302 practice The coach as facilitator, mentor, friend Learning VAK/VARK models Use of video, visualisation CP303 Focus on the athlete Performance improvement technical, tactical, physiological, psychological Attributes of success What makes a great player? Energy budget 9
CP304 CP305 CP306 CP307 CP308 CP309 CP310 Fitness Energy systems, body types Physiological fitness aerobic, anaerobic, endurance, plyometric Mobility, stretches Fitness testing Fartlek, BEEP test In the gym super sets, circuit training, endurance vs strength Sports psychology Mental fitness, motivation, arousal Concentration, confidence Stress management, distraction control, relaxation Injury prevention Technique Fitness, exercises Training program Training sessions The training program Competition ready Assessing the opposition strengths, weaknesses, who plays where? Games analysis, video analysis Game plans Team building team goals, team work, team roles Selection processes Support staff Skills Game On-water CP311 Games Assessment Refining individual skills Refining team skills Game plans Offence/defence positional play, tactical play, set plays Substituting Assessing individuals Assessing teams Prepare a six month coaching program targeted at an international competition Participants to conduct a 2 hour coaching session on topic of their choice Written examination Interview by Australian (Chairperson, coaching director, player) Additional requirements a. Working with children check WWC is not required for accreditation but is necessary for coaches intending to work with children under 18 years of age. Refer to state government Working With Children Check websites for requirements. 10
Specialist Coach Purpose The specialist coach brings high level skills and experience to canoe polo without necessarily being an all-round coach of it. Such experience may be gained from other sports but its application to canoe polo is appropriate and well understood. The specialist coach may apply for accreditation in one or more of the modules given below. Pre-requisites Current member of Australian Canoeing Elite or high-performance level experience gained in canoe polo or comparable sport. Over 10 years experience in the specialist field Is recommended by appropriate high performance canoe polo athletes and/or coaches Accreditation requirements Detail curriculum vitae of relevant experience Contact details of two suitable references Interview by two representatives of Australian Support and sign the code of ethics Module CPS01 Coverage Paddling technique Strokes forward, reverse, sweeps, draw, bow draw Stern turn, front and back pivot turns High and low supports Paddle rolls C-to-C, sweep roll Hand rolls back deck, upright, front deck Body rotation, hip snap, edging Injury prevention, protecting the shoulder CPS02 Physiology/fitness Energy systems Physiological fitness aerobic, anaerobic, endurance, plyometric Mobility, stretches Fitness testing Fartlek, BEEP test In the gym super sets, circuit training, endurance vs strength CPS03 Sports psychology Mental fitness, motivation, arousal Concentration, confidence Stress management, distraction control, relaxation CPS04 Throwing/passing Posture, body rotation Summation of movements, follow through Rotator cuff muscles Injury prevention Assessment The acceptance of an applicant for level 5 coach is decided by the coaching director, Australian. Additional requirements a. Working With Children Check WWC is not required for accreditation but is necessary for coaches intending to work with children under 18 years of age. Refer to state government Working With Children Check websites for requirements. 11